Catas, Talleres y Degustaciones: Celebrating Local Gastronomy at FEAGA 2026
The Cabildo’s Commitment to Gastronomy and Primary Sector
The Cabildo of Lanzarote has made a noteworthy entry into the culinary landscape by participating in FEAGA 2026, an agricultural, livestock, and fishing fair held in Fuerteventura. Through its initiative Saborea Lanzarote, the Cabildo aims to spotlight local products and the primary sector. Taking place at the Granja Experimental de Pozo Negro, this year’s fair promises an impressive schedule of activities geared toward promoting local gastronomy, running from Thursday through Sunday.
A Strategic Showcase for Lanzarote and La Graciosa
FEAGA has solidified its status as one of the most significant events in the regional calendar, and this year, Lanzarote and La Graciosa have sent a diverse delegation that includes producers, chefs, winemakers, artisans, and institutional representatives. This event acts as a crucial meeting point for both professionals and the general public, merging agricultural markets and exhibitions with live music, competitions, and educational activities.
Tasting, Workshops, and Culinary Experiences
The agenda for Saborea Lanzarote at FEAGA 2026 unfolds across two main areas designed for interactive engagement.
Aula Space
In the Aula space, visitors can expect a rich lineup of workshops, guided tastings, and culinary demonstrations that highlight the island’s gastronomic heritage:
- Tastings of artisanal cheeses paired with Lanzarote wines
- Workshops on craft beers utilizing local ingredients
- Aloe vera beer tastings
- Sweet creations featuring gofio and sweet potatoes
- Hamburgers made from black pig with locally sourced products
- Tastings of locally crafted gin
These experiences not only promote local flavors but also encourage hands-on participation, making it an exciting hub for food enthusiasts.
Stand Space
In contrast, the Stand space offers continuous tastings for all attendees, featuring:
- Artisanal cheeses, wines, and craft beers
- Mojos, potatoes from Los Valles, and artisanal chorizo
- Jams, chocolates, liqueurs, and nuts
This section encourages casual sampling, allowing visitors to indulge leisurely in the local culinary offerings.
A Weekend Celebrating Canary Identity
As the weekend progresses, the programming intensifies with innovative proposals that celebrate local ingredients and traditional recipes:
- Churros infused with unique Lanzarote flavors
- Workshops for kneading gofio
- Tastings of products from the salt pans
- Reinterpretations of traditional pastry
The weekend culminates with open tastings, ensuring that local products take center stage, allowing participants to connect with the island’s rich gastronomic culture.
Championing the Primary Sector and Local Economy
Highlighting the importance of this initiative, Cabildo President Oswaldo Betancort remarked that FEAGA stands as “a model based on respect for the land, innovation, and economic generation.” Nori Machín, the Economic Promotion Councillor, emphasized that this participation strengthens Lanzarote’s position as a leader in gastronomy and locally sourced products.
This focus on local culinary culture not only enriches the community but also supports the island’s economy, nurturing a sustainable ecosystem for the primary sector.
For more information about the event, visit the official website FEAGA Fuerteventura.
