Where to have breakfast in Lanzarote. My favorite spots.

I always say that a good day in Lanzarote starts with a good breakfast. Whether it’s before a surf session, a hike through the volcanoes, or a quiet workday, I like stopping at places that serve a great breakfast and are run by people who truly care about what they do.Here are some of the […]

Surfing in Lanzarote. Tips from a local surfer.

For decades, Lanzarote has been one of Europe’s premier surfing destinations. People travel from all over the world every year in search of its waves, yet they often overlook something important: before it was a tourist destination, this place was—and is—home to many people who have spent their entire lives surfing here. One reason Lanzarote […]

Where to shop for groceries in Lanzarote

One of the questions guests ask me most often is where it’s best to shop for groceries during their stay.If you’re spending a few days on the island, my recommendation is simple: do a big shop right after you arrive, and then fill in the gaps throughout the week by buying from small shops and […]

Where to buy wine in Lanzarote. My favorite wineries.

One of the things I enjoy most when returning to Lanzarote is visiting small wineries and talking to the people behind each project.Viticulture on this island is unlike anywhere else in the world. Cultivating vines in volcanic ash—while contending with the wind and water scarcity—demands a level of hard work that is difficult to imagine […]

Hiking trails in northern Lanzarote

One of the things I love about spending a few days in La Santa is that you don’t need a car to be surrounded by nature. You can simply step out the door and, within minutes, find yourself walking along trails that wind through volcanoes, lava flows, and Lanzarote’s rugged coastline.Here are a few of […]

Where to eat in northern Lanzarote

One of the questions guests ask me most often is where to find good food in Lanzarote. The answer is always the same: try to avoid places designed solely for tourists and opt for the restaurants where we locals go.Here are some of my favorite spots in the north of the island. They aren’t luxury […]