Tonight's trip is to La Martina, an Argentinean restaurant in Arona. Now that the school holidays have begun, this area of Las Americas has become noticably busier, with its range of hotels and apartments catering much more to the package holiday market.
The restaurant is relatively large and attractive, with an adjacent outside circular bar and a decor of murals, paintings and shelves holding a diverse range of wines.
The kitchen is open until 11.30pm so there is no rush to eat, leaving plenty of time to enjoy a pre-meal cocktail and watch the Argentinean tango performance. The staff are very accommodating and the service, both on the floor and from the kitchen is impressively fast.
Many of the meats are imported from Argentina and everything is cooked on an open plan charcoal grill. To the side of the kitchen is a display cabinet showcasing the variety on offer, from which you can select your individual cut.
If you're not in the mood for meat, there is a wide range of other dishes to suit all tastes. Char-grilled sea bass served with roasted vegetables and potatoes is €15.95 and an accompanying Vodka Sour a reasonable €5.95. The fish is cooked beautifully and the vegetables are fresh and delicious.
All in all, it's a memorable experience and excellent value for money. With so many establishments to choose from along this stretch, it is satisfying to find one that is well worth a return visit.
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