El Lujo de Vivir Despacio : The Luxury of Living Slowly

For many years, the culinary centers of Spain were considered to be the Basque Country and Catalonia. In recent years, however, growing interest in regional identity, local producers, and terroir has brought attention to outstanding restaurants in many other parts of the country.

One of the regions attracting international recognition is the Canary Islands. Located around 100 kilometers off the coast of Morocco, this Spanish archipelago is shaped by volcanic landscapes, abundant seafood, and a unique gastronomic culture influenced by Europe, Africa, and Latin America.

This book tells the story of Royal Hideaway Corales Resort, the luxury hotel that opened on the island of Tenerife in 2018, exploring the philosophy and vision behind one of Spain's most remarkable hospitality projects.

Within just a few years, the resort achieved the extraordinary distinction of earning five-star hotel status while its restaurants collectively received four Michelin stars.

From the original vision of the Deceuninck family to the chefs, service team, producers, and artisans who bring the project to life, the book reveals how this exceptional destination has been built around a shared philosophy of excellence.

It also highlights the resort's acclaimed restaurants, including the two-Michelin-starred El Rincón de Juan Carlos and the one-Michelin-starred San Hô and Il Bocconcino, presenting dishes that reinterpret the landscapes and culinary traditions of the Canary Islands through contemporary gastronomy.

A remarkable insight into modern Spanish gastronomy, showcasing what can be achieved when an entire team works together with a shared vision of excellence.