About this tour
A guided tasting of Canarian cheeses led by expert ripeners, lasting about 80 minutes. You'll sample cheeses from across the islands paired with wine whilst learning about milk types, rennet, maturation and flavour profiles in a relaxed, conversation-based setting. The session covers the strong cheese-making culture of the Canary Islands and gives you space to ask questions as you taste.
Highlights
- Expert ripeners lead interactive discussion on cheese science and flavour
- Taste selection of best cheeses from all Canarian islands on one plate
- Half bottle of wine per person included with the tasting
- Learn about milk types, rennet production and maturation processes
- Relaxed format encourages questions and conversation throughout
- Explore deep-rooted cheese culture from local farmers and producers
- Fully wheelchair accessible venue with accessible transport nearby
What to expect
You'll arrive at a relaxed tasting space where expert cheese ripeners will guide you through a curated selection of Canarian cheeses. The session opens with an introduction to the islands' cheese culture and tradition, then moves into the tasting itself—you'll sample cheeses from different regions whilst the ripeners discuss their properties, flavour notes, and the techniques behind their creation. Wine is poured throughout to complement the tasting.
The format is interactive: you're encouraged to ask questions, taste at your own pace, and discuss what you're experiencing. The ripeners will cover the practical side—how milk types, rennet and maturation affect the final product—alongside the cultural context of cheese-making in the Canaries. The session wraps after roughly 80 minutes, once you've worked through the selection.
What travellers say
- Expert-led discussion makes the science and culture genuinely informative
- Wine pairing complements the tasting experience throughout the session
- Interactive format lets you ask questions at your own pace
- Curated selection showcases best cheeses from across the islands
- Fully accessible venue for wheelchairs and mobility needs
- Wine inclusion means it's not suitable for non-drinkers or pregnant people
- 80-minute format may feel brief if you prefer longer, deeper tastings
- Interactive style requires comfort with group conversation and questions
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits anyone curious about artisanal cheese production and regional food culture, particularly if you enjoy wine pairing and hands-on learning. No prior cheese knowledge is needed. The relaxed, conversation-based format works well for small groups. Note: wine is included, so it's not suitable for non-drinkers or pregnant people; check if alcohol-free alternatives are available when booking. The venue is fully wheelchair accessible. Prams and strollers are welcome for infants, though service animals are also permitted. Public transport access is available nearby. The experience is interactive rather than passive, so it suits people who want to engage and ask questions. Inclusions: cheese selection and wine (half bottle per person). Duration is approximately 80 minutes. Peak times aren't specified, so check availability directly.
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