A contrast of flavors
As small as the surface of the island is small, the contrast of flavors is big: the intensity of the almogrote flavors, the sweetness and tradition of the palm honey and the particularity of the wines of denomination of origin, the palm trees will be seen with different eyes once you learn how palm honey is made. It is known as the queen of Gomeran gastronomy. It is elaborated through a laborious process of extraction of the sap of the palm trees: the guarapo. After cooking, this dark honey is obtained, with an ideal flavor for desserts and dishes. In addition, this food has excellent healing properties. And if we talk about wine, we must try those of the denomination of origin of La Gomera, made with a unique grape of the island, the "Forastera Gomera", cultivated in those impossible terraces that are seen throughout the landscape and that make it so unique.almogrote is the gastronomic specialty of the island that since ancient times delights with its intense flavor. It is a mixture of cured cheese, pepper, oil and, according to the recipe, tomato. It is an excellent starter to accompany bread and potatoes. Its mild spicy touch appeals to all palates. Tasting and taking home a Gomeran sweet as a souvenir is a must: cookies, cookies, sponge cakes, curd cake, rosquetes, vilana cakes. Remembering La Gomera through its flavor makes you feel again the experience of being on the island.