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 Reviews, recipes and news from the grapevine Restaurant El Refugio El Refugio - A romantic utopia An old Canarian farmhouse bears the name El Refugio, and has, for thirty years, been operating as a restaurant hidden in the middle of the mountains in South West Tenerife.  But El Refugio is much more than a stopping place for walkers in need of a rest and resuscitation. Those in search of an amazing chill out rest spot, with a 940 metre high breathtaking view over the sea, and a chance to leave all your worries behind and immerse yourself completely in the incredible surroundings have found their mecca. This experience is made all the more wonderful by the excellent menu on offer, homemade food that will tantalise your palate and bond with your stomach! Fresh produce is used to produce a selection of local as well as international dishes, and with a highly creative team in the kitchen, your taste buds will be well looked after. Whether you fancy a ham dish with home made bread or something, or one of the kitchen specials, the food will be mouthwatering. Choose from fowl, meats, salads and vegetarian options, or simply enjoy a coffee and a slice of delicious home made cake, the choice is yours. And with the excellent range of Vilaflor wines on offer, from Spain’s highest vineyard, your repast is complete. The kitchen will also be delighted to work with you planning a special meal or menu, and the restaurant seats 30. You can also discuss ordering food to take away on your mountain walks if you so desire. Run by Carmen and Andreas for the last 15 years, this Austrian/Swiss couple have, they say, along with their son, found their new home here, among Tenerife’s mountain tops. They know the area well and are more than happy to advise walkers on different routes and conditions. The combination of the location, the food and the excellent prices makes this a place worth seeking out. From the TF-1 motorway take the exit for Arona, staying on the main road following the signposts for Teide National park. On reaching La Escalona, turn left towards Ifonche, and three kilometres further you will see a small sign for El Refugio on the left of the road. You can either park here and stroll a kilometre or so to your final destination or drive if you prefer. Open Sunday to Friday, reservations and more information on 922 725 894. This article appears in the print edition 609 of Island Connections
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