Food

How to make Falafel

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Some argue that falafel have been eaten in the middle-east for centuries, others claim that they were invented by Indian soldiers serving the British Army in colonial Egypt. Whatever the origin, there’s no doubt that they are now a middle-eastern classic, and have enjoyed global popularity due to their flavour, healthy ingredients and suitability for vegetarians and vegans.
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How to make Baked Canarian Cheesecake

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Figs are one of Lanzarote’s most-awaited seasonal products, and they come in two varieties. Larger, coarser, less flavoursome brevas appear in early summer, but the smaller, luscious, deep purple, velvety higos should be available in September. This recipe is one way of making the most of them.
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How To Make Chicharrones with Gofio

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Chicharrones (fried pork crackling) are a favourite dish from the island of La Palma, but today they are eaten throughout the Canary Islands, and gofio (toasted cornmeal) is often added. This is a typical, popular Canarian snack that resulted from using all of the pig after its slaughter.
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How to make Garlic Prawns with Sherry

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A perennially popular starter for holiday-makers and locals. Sizzling garlic prawns finished with a splash of sherry creates the most aromatic sauce – perfect for sharing and mopping up with warm crusty bread.
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Island Eating: How Local Can Your Lanzarote Diet Be?

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Is it possible to live entirely on food produced on Lanzarote? If you want to keep it local and support island businesses, here’s how to go about it.
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How to Make El Hierro Cheese Soup

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A hearty and filling peasant dish originally eaten by goatherds on the island of El Hierro, this tasty vegetarian soup adds flavour to the potatoes with smoked semicurado cheese. An egg is added for each diner.
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