Molino de Gofio La Máquina is a working-mill museum in La Orotava, close to Casa de los Balcones. Moving machinery recreates the milling process, and displays explain how gofio is made and its place in Canarian life. Gofio is flour made by grinding toasted grain, sometimes with sea salt or legumes, and it remains a familiar ingredient in local cooking. You can also buy energy bars at the mill. Visit for a practical look at a traditional food, then continue to Casa de los Balcones nearby.
How gofio is made
Gofio is flour made by grinding toasted cereals, with or without sea salt. Some versions also include legumes, which are toasted and milled in the same way. At La Máquina, moving equipment recreates the milling process, giving you a view of how the flour is produced.
Gofio in Canarian cooking
Gofio has deep roots in the Canary Islands. The Guanches used it in a range of dishes, and it remains part of local cuisine today. It appears in foods such as stews and desserts, as well as dishes including gofio escaldado and gofio paella. Displays at the mill connect its production with the culture and everyday life surrounding this staple.
FAQ
Where is Molino de Gofio La Máquina?
It is on Calle del Colegio in La Orotava, close to Casa de los Balcones.
Can you see how gofio is made?
Yes. The museum has moving machinery that simulates the milling process, along with displays about gofio production.
Can you buy anything at the mill?
Energy bars are available to buy. Consider picking up several packs if you want to take some with you.
