Canary Islands Culinary Schools Emerge as Key Tourism and Cultural Hubs
The Mencey Cooking School in Tenerife is expanding its diverse culinary workshop program, positioning itself as a key cultural and leisure destination for both locals and tourists.
Culinary education is booming in the Canary Islands, becoming a key driver for both tourism and local culture. The Mencey Cooking School, located within the Iberostar Heritage Grand Mencey hotel in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, has expanded its schedule of activities for both residents and visitors.
The school offers a monthly program covering a wide range of cooking styles. It serves as a hub for national and regional experts, hosting workshops that span from international dishes—such as sushi, ramen, and ceviche—to technical training in creative pastry, ranging from classic foundations to modern decorating trends.
By combining a historic hotel setting with professional culinary instruction, the school has become a popular leisure destination for those living in the Santa Cruz and La Laguna areas. The school has also tapped into the growing "experience gift" market, making its workshops a popular choice for presents.
Those interested in signing up or viewing the current schedule can contact the school directly at mcy.inscripciones@iberostar.com. This initiative reflects a growing trend among luxury hotels to offer more than just accommodation, using high-quality culinary training to become a central part of the capital’s cultural scene.