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THE ART OF FOOD

XIII Gastronomic Days
Grupo Monkey

This year we are back with more strength and flavor than ever. In this 13th edition of our gastronomic days, we pay tribute to the identity, creativity and soul of Canarian cuisine.

“The Art of Food” will be a celebration of local talent with global projection: chefs born in the islands or who, from other corners of the world, continue to carry the flag of our gastronomy with pride. Diverse voices, unique styles, but the same root: the love for what is ours, for the products of the land, and for a cuisine that looks to the future without losing its origins.

During May and June they will be held at Bésame Mucho, the heart of our gastronomic experiences, which is transformed to receive these ambassadors of the Canarian flavor, both from tradition and from the avant-garde.

5 CHEFS

5 Gastronomic Experiences

FRIDAY, MAY 9

Braulio
Simancas

Silbo Gomero,

Tenerife

FRIDAY, MAY 16

Jonay
Hernández

La Vieja de Jonay Hernández,

Mallorca

THURSDAY, MAY 22

Safé
Cruz

Gofio Restaurant, Madrid

THURSDAY, MAY 29

Rubén
Cuesta

Kamezí Deli & Bistro, Lanzarote

FRIDAY, JUNE 06

Michele
Princiotta

Bésame Mucho

Tenerife

A look at creativity

Some of the creations of the chefs invited to these days. Dishes that reflect the style, technique and personal vision of their cuisine.

FRIDAY, MAY 9

Braulio
Simancas

Silbo Gomero, Tenerife

Braulio Simancas is one of the most renowned chefs in the Canary Islands, passionate about the archipelago’s traditional cuisine and its reinterpretation with a contemporary approach. At the helm of Tasca Silbo Gomero, he pays homage to native flavors, showcasing local products and time-honored recipes with refined execution. His cuisine is a journey through Canarian identity, featuring ingredients such as cheese, gofio, mojos, and Atlantic fish, all treated with respect and mastery.

RESTAURANT

C. Volcán Elena, 9, La Laguna,

38108, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Tel. 922 31 03 55

FRIDAY, MAY 16

Jonay
Hernández

La Vieja by Jonay Hernández, Mallorca

Jonay Hernández is a Canarian chef based in Mallorca, where he leads La Vieja, a restaurant that fuses the essence of Canarian gastronomy with creative and innovative touches. His cooking is defined by the use of archipelago-sourced ingredients, reimagined with contemporary techniques and vibrant presentation. With a bold and playful style, Jonay turns every dish into a sensory experience that reflects his passion for authentic flavors and culinary experimentation.

RESTAURANT

Plaça de Raimundo Clar, 11, Centre, 07002 Palma, Illes Balears

Tel. 871 53 17 31
www.lavieja.net

THURSDAY, MAY 22

Safe
Cruz

Gofio Restaurant (Madrid)

Safe Cruz is the chef behind Gofio, the Michelin-starred restaurant in Madrid where he reclaims Canarian gastronomy with a contemporary and sophisticated approach. His cuisine is rooted in the traditional flavors of the archipelago, reimagined with creativity and cutting-edge techniques. Through native ingredients, volcanic nuances, and an innovative vision, Safe has succeeded in bringing the essence of the Canary Islands to haute cuisine, offering a unique and surprising experience in every dish.

RESTAURANT

C. del Caballero de Gracia, 20,

28013 Madrid

Tel: 912 03 35 34
gofiorestaurant.com

THURSDAY, MAY 29

Rubén
Cuesta

Kamezí Deli & Bistro, Lanzarote
Rubén Cuesta, chef at Kamezí Deli & Bistro in Lanzarote, leads the island’s only Michelin-starred restaurant. His cuisine is deeply connected to the land, relying on local and zero-kilometer ingredients to deliver a truly distinctive gastronomic experience. With a concept that balances tradition and innovation, Cuesta highlights the essence of the Atlantic in every dish, creating a fusion of authentic flavors in a sophisticated setting that reflects the identity of Lanzarote.

RESTAURANT

C. Monaco, 2, Playa Blanca,

Yaiza – Lanzarote.
35580 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Tel: 626 87 36 95

www.kamezi.restaurant

FRIDAY, JUNE 06

Michele
Princiotta

Bésame Mucho, 

Tenerife

Michele Princiotta, Executive Chef at Bésame Mucho, leads a culinary offering where grilled fish and seafood take center stage. With a cuisine that highlights product freshness and respect for raw ingredients, Princiotta blends tradition and technique to deliver authentic and memorable flavors. His mastery of fire and passion for Mediterranean cuisine elevate each dish, making Bésame Mucho a must-visit destination for sea lovers.

RESTAURANT

Av. Rafael Puig Lluvina, 3

Playa de la Américas

38660 Santa Cruz de Tenerife

www.besamemuchotenerife.com

WE DO NOT TAKE
RESERVATIONS

At Kong, we don’t take reservations. Arrive early to ensure your privileged place and live unforgettable moments with us. Do not miss it!

FRIDAY, MAY 9

Braulio
Simancas

Silbo Gomero, Tenerife

Braulio Simancas is one of the most renowned chefs in the Canary Islands, passionate about the archipelago’s traditional cuisine and its reinterpretation with a contemporary approach. At the helm of Tasca Silbo Gomero, he pays homage to native flavors, showcasing local products and time-honored recipes with refined execution. His cuisine is a journey through Canarian identity, featuring ingredients such as cheese, gofio, mojos, and Atlantic fish, all treated with respect and mastery.

RESTAURANT

C. Volcán Elena, 9, La Laguna,

38108, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Tel. 922 31 03 55

FRIDAY, MAY 16

Jonay
Hernández

La Vieja by Jonay Hernández, Mallorca

Jonay Hernández is a Canarian chef based in Mallorca, where he leads La Vieja, a restaurant that fuses the essence of Canarian gastronomy with creative and innovative touches. His cooking is defined by the use of archipelago-sourced ingredients, reimagined with contemporary techniques and vibrant presentation. With a bold and playful style, Jonay turns every dish into a sensory experience that reflects his passion for authentic flavors and culinary experimentation.

RESTAURANT

Plaça de Raimundo Clar, 11, Centre, 07002 Palma, Illes Balears

Tel. 871 53 17 31
www.lavieja.net

THURSDAY, MAY 22

Safe
Cruz

Gofio Restaurant (Madrid)

Safe Cruz is the chef behind Gofio, the Michelin-starred restaurant in Madrid where he reclaims Canarian gastronomy with a contemporary and sophisticated approach. His cuisine is rooted in the traditional flavors of the archipelago, reimagined with creativity and cutting-edge techniques. Through native ingredients, volcanic nuances, and an innovative vision, Safe has succeeded in bringing the essence of the Canary Islands to haute cuisine, offering a unique and surprising experience in every dish.

RESTAURANT

C. del Caballero de Gracia, 20,

28013 Madrid

Tel: 912 03 35 34
gofiorestaurant.com

THURSDAY, MAY 29

Rubén
Cuesta

Kamezí Deli & Bistro, Lanzarote
Rubén Cuesta, chef at Kamezí Deli & Bistro in Lanzarote, leads the island’s only Michelin-starred restaurant. His cuisine is deeply connected to the land, relying on local and zero-kilometer ingredients to deliver a truly distinctive gastronomic experience. With a concept that balances tradition and innovation, Cuesta highlights the essence of the Atlantic in every dish, creating a fusion of authentic flavors in a sophisticated setting that reflects the identity of Lanzarote.

RESTAURANT

C. Monaco, 2, Playa Blanca,

Yaiza – Lanzarote.
35580 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Tel: 626 87 36 95

www.kamezi.restaurant

FRIDAY, JUNE 06

Michele
Princiotta

Bésame Mucho, 

Tenerife

Michele Princiotta, Executive Chef at Bésame Mucho, leads a culinary offering where grilled fish and seafood take center stage. With a cuisine that highlights product freshness and respect for raw ingredients, Princiotta blends tradition and technique to deliver authentic and memorable flavors. His mastery of fire and passion for Mediterranean cuisine elevate each dish, making Bésame Mucho a must-visit destination for sea lovers.

RESTAURANT

Av. Rafael Puig Lluvina, 3

Playa de la Américas

38660 Santa Cruz de Tenerife

www.besamemuchotenerife.com

WE DO NOT TAKE
RESERVATIONS

At Kong, we don’t take reservations. Arrive early to ensure your privileged place and live unforgettable moments with us. Do not miss it!