The Arrecife Gran Hotel & Spa, a five-star establishment in Lanzarote's capital, hosted a special edition of this newspaper's tourism and gastronomy podcast, 'La Penúltima y nos vamos'. Over two days, the hotel brought together various key players in the island's tourism strategy, with a particular focus on the role of gastronomy in attracting quality tourism.

The event culminated in a 'four hands' culinary encounter at the Alarz restaurant, where the resident chef welcomed a guest chef from a renowned Madrid restaurant. This format allowed for an exploration of the hotel's gastronomic offerings, which have evolved to become a culinary destination in its own right, providing experiences from breakfast to its exclusive rooftop viewpoint, Blue 17.

During the debate sessions, the relevance of a tourism offering based on local products and the circular economy was highlighted. Emphasis was placed on the need to actively involve all sectors, from island residents to visitors, in promoting local products. Collaboration between hotel establishments and Lanzarote's public initiatives was identified as fundamental for a common strategy to boost the island's culinary excellence.

A representative from the Sociedad de Promoción Exterior de Lanzarote (SPEL) also participated in the discussions, addressing the island's tourism challenges and the sectors where Lanzarote has achieved measurable success, particularly in tourist spending at the destination. The importance of public-private collaboration for achieving common goals and enhancing the region's tourist appeal was underscored.

The final gastronomic event at the Alarz restaurant was a resounding success, with full attendance and diners expressing their satisfaction. This culinary gathering, which brought together two prominent chefs, served as a grand finale to days dedicated to reflection and the promotion of tourism and gastronomy in Lanzarote.