Developed within the hotel industry itself, this initiative helps establishments reduce food waste through practical tools, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

By joining this initiative, we strengthen our commitment to:

Integrating food waste prevention into our daily operations.

Continuously measuring, analysing, and optimising our processes.

Training and raising awareness among our teams.

Strengthening collaboration with suppliers, guests, and social organisations.

Reducing food waste is not only an environmental and social responsibility. It is also an opportunity to improve efficiency, create value for our destination, and contribute to a more sustainable tourism model.

We will continue working to ensure that every action, no matter how small, helps build a better future for people, the environment, and future generations.

Ingredients:

• 150 g unsalted butter, softened
• 80 g dried figs (stems removed, finely chopped or blended)
• 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• A pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Chop the figs very finely or pulse in a food processor until paste-like.
2. In a bowl, combine the softened butter, fig paste, honey (if using), cinnamon, and salt.
3. Mix well until smooth and fully combined.
4. Spoon into a small jar or ramekin and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.

Let it soften slightly before serving.

We hope this brings a touch of Tigaiga to your table — and whenever you miss us, just spread a little on toast and dream of our Restaurante Tinguaro!

Serviced apartments – the innovative alternative to the hotel. In 29 spaciously designed apartments, we now offer you plenty of space for personal relaxation during your holiday or simply for a longer stay in Puerto de la Cruz.

On 1st June our new will guests arrive! We look forward to your visit!

MANY ADVANTAGES:

Separated bedroom and living area
Beautiful  dining area and fully equipped kitchen
Comfortable beds
Bathroom with bath AND walk-in shower
Sunny terrasse with  Teide view
Cleaning 6 times per week
Daily breakfast buffet
Beautiful garden and pool
Public parking right in front of the door
Good location with quick routes to the bus station and the city center
Only 200 meters from Restaurante Tinguaro (Hotel Tigaiga) for lunch and dinner

etc, etc, etc

For every identified charity dish or set meal enjoyed in our Tinguaro Restaurant we´ll donate a part to Action Against Hunger.

In the last edition of this initiative – 2014 – , 125000 euros were generated with 700 participating restaurants.

1 large cup of oatmeal

1 large cup of milk  (+ add according to preference)

150 ml yogurt,   can be vanilla flavor

4 large chopped dried apricots,

1 tablespoon raisins

2 teaspoons of sugar or honey

either small amount of sunflower seeds and / or chopped nuts

1 tablespoon orange juice

1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest

pinch of salt

Place all ingredients in a large bowl. Mix the orange juice into the yogurt and then the milk (this helps, do not curdle the milk and yogurt!)

Finally, we add the orange zest and honey. Then we mix everything together. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Add more milk the next morning if the mixture is too dry,  it should be pretty smooth…  and ENJOY

One of the pleasures of being food editor is that you are sometimes invited to some of the most exquisite places for memorable meals.

One such feast was prepared for us at the Hotel Tigaiga in Puerto de la Cruz. We ate in the Tinguaro Restaurant, on the outside terrace…

read Island Connections edition 679, 05/10/2012 island_connections_tin

FOODS FROM SPAIN Tenerife Potatoes, Pioneers in Europe. A tour in search of unique varieties.

Edited by: Tenerife Tourism Corporation

More information also on the official website  www.webtenerife.co.uk

A lot to enjoy!