Vianda del Mar Leads Shift Toward Seasonal Tasting Menus in Tenerife
Chef Sebastiano’s Vianda del Mar in Arafo is spearheading a shift in Tenerife’s culinary scene by offering a creative, market-driven tasting menu that prioritizes seasonal, fresh ingredients.
Tenerife’s food scene is moving beyond traditional seafood, shifting toward creative, seasonal dining. As highlighted by content creator @elsiciliano_tenerife, Vianda del Mar in Arafo has become a leader in this trend. The restaurant is run by chef Sebastiano, who brings 30 years of experience in Italian cuisine to his market-driven approach.
Located at 19 TF-245 Road, the restaurant has moved away from standard menus in favor of a tasting experience. Designed for at least two people, the menu costs 55 euros per person, excluding drinks. By choosing ingredients daily, the chef can adapt his dishes to what is freshest, mirroring a Sicilian philosophy where the meal tells a story based on the season.
This shift reflects a growing demand among local diners for unique experiences and a closer connection to the chef’s vision. Vianda del Mar is open Thursday through Saturday, with two seatings: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. On Sundays, the restaurant is open only for lunch. It remains closed from Monday to Wednesday, a common practice that allows the team to focus on maintaining high quality and managing resources effectively.