Food souvenirs to take home from Tenerife
If you want a souvenir from Tenerife that is not a fridge magnet, take home something to eat. At Frutería la Gomera, stalls 14/15 in the Mercado de África, we stock dry goods that pack easily.
Every day, 08:00–14:00 · Stalls 14/15
- Gofio
- Biscuits
- Preserves
- Dried exotic fruit
- Gifts
Gofio
Gofio, flour made from toasted grains, is the classic Canarian food. It is stirred into milk, made into escaldón or used in desserts. It is light, typical and travels well. We stock gofio from La Gomera.
Good to know
Biscuits and preserves from La Gomera
Biscuits and preserves from La Gomera are hard to find in other Tenerife shops, which makes them a gift with a story. More about our La Gomera products.
Dried exotic fruit
Dried exotic fruit is another easy option to pack and share when you get home.
Packing tips
Dry, packaged goods are the most practical. For fresh fruit, check your home country's rules on bringing in fresh food before you pack it.
Where we are
Stalls 14/15, Mercado Nuestra Señora de África, Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Every day 08:00–14:00. The selection varies; ask on WhatsApp or Instagram if you want something specific.
See you at the market.
Every day 08:00–14:00, except a few public holidays. Mercado Nuestra Señora de África, Patio Naciente, stalls 14/15, 38005 Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Frequently asked questions.
What food can I take home from Tenerife?
Gofio is the most typical. Biscuits and preserves from La Gomera and dried exotic fruit are also easy to pack.
Where can I buy gofio as a gift in Santa Cruz?
At Frutería la Gomera, stalls 14/15 in the Mercado Nuestra Señora de África.
Do you ship?
No, we do not offer delivery at the moment; you need to visit the stall.
More guides
- Where to buy exotic fruit in Tenerife
- Red bananas and blue bananas in Tenerife
- Products from La Gomera, in Tenerife
- Fruit shop in the Mercado de África, Santa Cruz
- A fruit shop open on Sundays in Santa Cruz
- Dragon fruit in Tenerife: where to buy it
- Plantain and ají peppers in Tenerife
- Seasonal fruit and vegetables in Tenerife
- Fresh vegetables in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Fresh coconut in Tenerife
- Pomegranates in Tenerife
- Fruit and veg for your Tenerife holiday apartment
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