Lanzarote Relocation

Shopping for ingredients in Lanzarote can be a nightmare if you don’t know the Spanish words for what you are trying to buy.

We’ll try to add to this list as time goes by for you – but in the meantime… here’s just a few translations to help you when buying ingredients for your culinary delights!

English – Spanish translation
Basil -  Albahaca
Bay leaves -  Laurel
Bread -  Pan
Cinnamon -  Canela
Coriander -  Cilantro
Cumin – Comino
Fine mixed herbs – Finas hierbas
Garlic – Ajo
Milk – Leche
Mint – Menta
Nutmeg – Moscada
Olive oil – Aceite de oliva
Onion – Cebolla
Oregano – Orégano
Parsley – Perejil
Pepper – Pimenton
Potatoes – Patata
Rosemary – Romero
Sage – Salvia
Tarragon – Estragón
Thyme – Tomillo
Water – Agua