Cafe Hidden in an 18th-Century Courtyard in Tenerife: Among the Best in Spain

Located on the island of Tenerife in Spain's Canary Islands, the café named Makika&Co, which has recently achieved great success nationwide, is making a name for itself in the gastronomy world. By winning a prestigious national award, this special establishment has been selected as one of the 61 best coffee shops in Spain. Behind this success of the café are its products inspired by the French pastry tradition and prepared fresh daily. In particular, the freshly made daily croissants and homemade jams have managed to win the appreciation of visitors. All these flavors are offered in a fascinating atmosphere with a rich historical texture.

One of the most striking features of the establishment is undoubtedly the unique architectural space it is located in. The café operates in the traditional inner courtyard (patio canario) of an 18th-century historic Canary mansion (casona). This courtyard is like a peaceful oasis surrounded by green vegetation, almost taking those who see it on a journey into the past. Located at 15 San Juan Street in the historic city center of San Cristóbal de La Laguna, this building is an important structure reflecting the cultural heritage of the region. Visitors here not only drink great coffee but also enjoy a unique historical atmosphere. This situation is the best proof that architectural beauty and delicious products come together in perfect harmony.

Makika&Co first opened its doors on February 2, 2016, bringing its French-style handmade pastry vision to La Laguna. Serving without compromising on quality since that day, the café has become a frequent destination for tourists coming to the island as well as the local people. Open from 08:00 to 20:00, Tuesday through Saturday, the café adopts a very friendly and natural service approach for its customers. No reservations are accepted for weekdays and Saturdays, and customers are served strictly on a first-come, first-served basis. This situation shows that the establishment has the principle of providing fair and equal service to everyone.

The café has gone beyond the classic breakfast and pastry concept and started offering innovative experiences to its customers. The newest and most striking of these innovations is the special 'brunch de autor' or chef's special brunch service, held only once a month on Sundays. Prepared by moving completely away from the traditional open buffet brunch concept, this special event is offered with a completely different and unique menu every month. This situation is almost a surprise for gastronomy enthusiasts and makes each event a unique experience. Thus, the café transforms beyond being just a place to drink coffee into a venue where creative culinary arts are showcased.

For guests wishing to participate in these special Sunday brunch events, the establishment has strict rules. The events are organized in two different sessions, and the capacity is kept very limited. This restriction is intended to keep the service quality at the highest level and to show the necessary attention to each guest. The queuing system on normal days does not apply to these special events; visitors are strictly required to make a reservation in advance. Information about reservations and the dates of upcoming events is provided through the café's official website.