The institution's annual awards event took place during a solemn luncheon, generating significant emotion among the awardees. Representatives from the restaurant Etéreo expressed immense pride and happiness upon receiving this important recognition.
The main award, granted after the academics' vote, highlighted the trajectory of Etéreo by Pedro Nel, which has established itself as a gastronomic benchmark in the capital of Tenerife. This establishment, recognized with a Repsol Sun and an 'R' in the Michelin Guide, has successfully interpreted the preferences of its diners, maintaining a loyal and consistent clientele, a significant achievement in today's competitive hospitality sector.
“"Filling daily for lunch and dinner with so much hospitality on offer in the city is synonymous with success, in the broadest sense of the word, and that is indisputable."
Meanwhile, the manager of restaurant El Coto received a special mention for their extensive career and excellent work, contributing to the gastronomic history of Santa Cruz. The awardee gratefully acknowledged the recognition with tears of joy, emphasizing the Academy's role in valuing those who elevate local gastronomy from positions with less media spotlight.
The luncheon, which began with a cocktail on the terrace overlooking the sea, provided a setting for academics and awardees to celebrate together. The institution, which carries out various activities throughout the year, such as restaurant visits and tastings, actively promotes gastronomic culture and knowledge exchange, playing a fundamental role in evaluating and improving the standard of island gastronomy.
