Taste 1973

Taste 1973 is a Michelin-starred restaurant located within the Hotel Villa Cortés in Playa de las Américas, Tenerife, named in honor of the year the hotel was established. The restaurant presents a refined and contemporary take on Canarian cuisine, drawing deeply on the flavors, ingredients, and cooking traditions of southern Tenerife to craft a dining experience that is both culturally rooted and technically sophisticated. The kitchen team works with local farmers, fishermen, and artisan producers to ensure the freshest and most authentic representation of the island’s exceptional larder — from Atlantic fish and shellfish to volcanic-soil vegetables and tropical fruits grown in the island’s distinctive microclimates. The tasting menu is carefully structured to guide guests through a progression of dishes that honor traditional Canarian recipes while reinterpreting them through modern culinary technique and artistic presentation. Each course is visually precise and flavored with confidence, reflecting the team’s deep knowledge of local ingredients and their commitment to showcasing the richness of Canarian gastronomy at the highest level. The intimate dining room within the Villa Cortés provides an elegant and welcoming atmosphere, enhanced by attentive, personalized service and a wine list featuring both Canarian appellations and international selections. Taste 1973 is a key destination for those seeking to understand the current ambition and potential of Tenerife’s fine dining scene.