Las Palmas cuisine is simple and incredibly diverse at the same time. Many culinary traditions have a clear Latin American flavor, however, classic Spanish traditions form the basis of local cooking. Visitors to restaurants will have the opportunity to try interesting fish dishes and exotic seafood, vegetable salads and hearty meat dishes. A large part of the menu in restaurants is occupied by everyday snacks and salads, which became every-day for locals.
Most of the seafood that is prepared in Las Palmas restaurants is caught by local fishermen, only some species of northern fish are delivered here from other countries. Here they serve delicious grilled fish, various types of shrimp and shellfish, as well as seafood salads. Goat or poultry meat is most often used to prepare meat dishes, most of which are distinguished by surprisingly affordable prices.
The diversity of dishes from fresh vegetables and fruits can surprise even experienced travelers. Many of them go to the market in search of exotic products. In the Canary Islands, they grow a special variety of potatoes, which is considered one of the most delicious in the world. Their tubers have a rich yellow tint inside, the potatoes are typically boiled in salted water until cooked and served as a garnish to meat and vegetable dishes.
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