The Sean Connery, Steve McQueen and Ken Miles Mojito Spot | Mesón El Monasterio, Tenerife
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- After getting a fantastic tip off from Andy, a viewer of the channel, that he once saw Steve McQueen, Sean Connery and Ken Miles binge drinking Mojitos on the lawn of Meson el Monasterio in the 1960s, we had to see if we could find the exact spot!
And when we arrived, we were absolutely amazed that we’d never heard of this location, let alone considered it before. The location is in Los Realejos in the north of the island- not far from the much better known Puerto de la Cruz and La Orotava.
It’s an old monastery with tropical gardens, peacocks and chickens happily walking around freely, a number of restaurants and coffee shops and a couple of chapels- all set in buildings dating from 1645-1788. The buildings are some of the most beautiful I’ve seen on the island and the views, superb!
This is a brilliant spot to spend half a day on the island and I’d say it’s a real “must”.
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You dined in the San Pedro restaurant part, the statue being San Pedro. The part of the restaurant that had the glass windows looking down into the valley, well you get the most fantastic breakfasts there and in the afternoon their cakes and ice creams are to die for. Sadly it’s all closed up because of Covid which is such a shame, really hard to get evening bookings in the past sometimes, it’s a favourite place for the locals too. Oh and they also host wedding receptions. You can also buy their famous bread, which you were eating and take it round to the back and they will pop it onto their cutting machine for you. So glad you enjoyed being in Los Realejos and this fantastic place.
Fantastic insight and really useful info, thanks so much Isobel!🙂
I can’t wait to go back and have a coffee and cake when it all opens up!☕️🧁
@@FreddieDobbs I did mention a while ago most of it was still shut. That's a double edged sword as you found it was very quiet. When it's fully open it's a real tourist trap and swamped. (still worth going)
little tip if you sneak around there are some stairs down and below the restaurant is a large basement area worth a quick look round..
@@richardbartlett6932 I was wondering how busy it’d get once all open- it does look very well set up for pretty big number! I’ll remember the basement for next time, thanks Richard!🙂
Yet again, Monika’s video skills are exemplary! Freddie is; well, doing what he always does best, getting excited.
You look Also like Steve , Freddy !! The coolness 👍🏽
That’s very kind of you to say so!
You're one of the few channels that genuinely get me exited when you upload a new video .
For those minutes I feel as if I'm there with you because of your joyful, detailed explanations and observations. Also great camera work and choice of music ! Real holiday feeling , great fun !
That means a lot, thank you so much!🙂🙌🏻
Whata cool place! Must make a "note to self" on that one.....
what a lovely place to eat and have coffee
I'm in Tenerife with my son for a week, this amazing location is most definitely on the to do list. We were travelling back from Los Gigantes yesterday and stopped off at a completely random garage for petrol and a bite to eat - oddly it happened to be the location with the Z1300, Beetle and MG, what a strange but brilliant set up. Thanks for the fantastic video as always.
Haha what a bit of luck that you stumbled across that service station- it’s a very pleasant surprise when you go in and pay for fuel!🙂👌🏻⛽️
you are a great Ambassador for your new home. that makes curious and eager for more. never been there, but i will this year.
Keep it up Freddie & Monica, you guys makes us wanna ride more 👍
Your enthusiasm is very authentic. just like me
What a find, stunning,
Superb vlog, great story what a trio. A hidden gem there.
I told you about el monestario last year when you were in puerto,
It's a meat lovers paradise with the wild birds roaming around.
glad you found it.
that tree you were sitting under is called goiabeira, and the fruit is called goiaba, you can make tea with it´s leaves which is excellent for treating diarrhea.
Used to go there frequently when , living just a few kilometres away, wonderful place.
Como siempre un maravilloso video. Gracias, thanks.
Great video as usual. Incredible to think Ken Miles was with Steve and Sean. Ken was the British racing driver who famous won the 1966 Le Mans in the Shelby GT40 against the Ferrari’s. Sadly he died later that same year in a crash, testing a new car, very sad. 😪
I’m embarrassed to say I didn’t know much about Ken Miles until I googled him last week- I had no idea how huge a guy he was! He probably died just a year after being in Tenerife- so sad
@@FreddieDobbs Ken was probably good friends with Steve due to Steve’s racing interests as well.
@@FreddieDobbs catch up with Ken Miles Story with the film
Oops, pressed the send button too early, the film is Le Mans 66 currently on Netflix, which tells the Carrol Shelby/Ken Miles story of Ford GT40 at Le Mans. Great video guys not jealous in any way!,
@@stephennewell6628 I'll watch this week- I don't know why I never watched it when it first came out! Thanks Stephen:)
Awesome video and awesome content can’t wait for the next video Thank’s Freddie and Monika
We went today on your recommendation, brilliant absolutely loved the place the food was great and service was excellent, considering my Spanish is mediocre at best lovely place.
Freddy bro u made our day ...we relax on Sundays wit ur videos for company awesome
Have you thought about contacting triumph for a long term loan bike? You’re a great advert for them.
That’s really kind of you to say so! I haven’t actually, but I love the idea of it- I’ll try! I do love the idea of a T100, Speedmaster or even Rocket as a long termer!😀
Would love to see how you get on with the Tiger 900 as a change of pace from the Bonnie, especially after your experience with the Pan America
@@billleeee I am curious about the 900 Tiger- I've heard very very good things about it!
Recently subscribed after bumping into your East Anglia coastal video..this Tenerife vid is fab..you make a good team! What a stunning setting..on the must do list for me now, thks.
Beautiful place love that area would love to come over there wish you both good health and enjoy your stay love watching all your vlogs.wish I had m6 health problems sorted out would love to come over there regards bill near Durham in the UK
Thank you Bill- Monika and au are sending our best wishes and hope you make it over here soon!🙂
You're found Paradise, amazing place
We did- It’s stunning!🙂👌🏻👌🏻
Freddie on peacocks, "Don't make eye contact, one chased me last time!" Monica on Lizards, "Run!!!" Just love it!
We looked very pathetic- I’m surprised we survived the day!😆
@@FreddieDobbs Ha, ha, far from pathetic - just normal people, a rare thing on RUclips. That and your boundless enthusiasm for just about everything is what makes the two of you so watchable. Don't change!
When you come back to Los Realejos, you sould take the road TF 342 that is the route that I take with the TITSA's green bus, that route goes through the highest villages in the mountains and there is a viewpoint called "El mirador del lance" from which you can see the entire valley of La Orotava and los Realejos,there is a statue there of Mencey Bentor, a Guanche who preferred to die rather than submit to the Spanish conquerors, That road ends in los Realejos.
You sould choose a day with good weather to enjoy the trip
Never really bothered about going to Tenerife until your vlog. Now,I willbe coming and hiring a bike too. Thanks, never thought it would compete with your quintessential english village vlogs but it does. Monica could be a film maker i think
Time to revisit the canaries!
Stunning areas and some brilliant hidden corners found along the way. I do believe I would never get bored of the life Tenerife affords its residents.
I agree- we’ve been here four months and genuinely every day is incredible here🙂
Hahahaha! Monika, lizards are very pacific creatures you could even feed them by hand. They love tomatoes and you 'll find them everywhere. Thank you both for another lovely video of my beautiful island. El Monasterio is also a very good option for a nice sunday brunch, you should try.
Gracias Viqui- I’ve shown this to Monika!🦎
Just stumbled across your channel by accident, and subscribed. Love your vibe ❤
What a beautiful place seems i have only scratched the surface of tenerife thanks Freddie and Monika.
Thats what i call life💪
I'm sure you know Steve McQueen was known as the "King of Cool" , and very cool is what your videos are, especially the mix of motorcycles, awesome locations and your commentary. :-)
True
Really appreciated, thanks David!🙂
Absolutely beautiful,God given beauty.
Beautiful. Amazing how with such a wonderful climate it looks so green there. Paradise. 🌞
What a stunning place. I can imagine Sean et al made an impact.
Great weather for this trip.
You are good at showing the hidden Tenerife.
Wow , beautiful place 😊
Wow! We drove past it several times in 2016 and didnt go in....looking fantastic!
Very nice 👌
amazing spot!!!🌴😍
Isn’t it Runsaiou!😍
Another terrific venue. Thanks for highlighting such a unique and beautiful location (and to Andy for the recommendation). I grew up where peacocks ran wild, in Palos Verdes Estates, California. I was surprised when I learned that they can fly. We would sometimes see them on rooftops in the neighborhood.
Thanks for showing us the beautiful place. Another good video.!
What a beautiful place to visit
What a lovely place, another one on our list for next time, you were very lucky with the weather, everytime we went to the north, it rained!
Wow! Wow! Wow! I think it's the most outstanding place we've visited with you in Tenerife, so far. In fact, it is so beautiful that Monika couldn't hide her amazement 😁 we've heard her in this video more than in all the others together 😁
Definitely, this tiny island is full of secrets... Enjoy the vibes amigos, hasta la próxima!
Cheers from Algiers.
You’re so right- it was so beautiful, even Monika was vocal about it!😀
Another amazing video, this time you guys have discovered an absolute gem in Tenerife, I was blown away.
Your Tenerife videos get better and better! This is simply stunning. A month-long holiday in Tenerife is officially on my bucket list.
And many thanks to Monika for her filming, editing, commentary, and infectious laugh. Cheers!
Really appreciate it Marc!🙂
Thank you Monica and Freddie another great video keep it up , many thanks.
WOW !!! Just luv it nice one guys : )
Really glad you enjoyed it!🙂
I didn't realise there was so much to see in Tenerife in such a relatively small island.....so much history. It's not all nightclubs for the tourists!. Beautiful video. Thanks for posting you two.👍.
It’s funny because the clubs and British touristy strip is what Tenerife’s associated with in the UK, but that part’s actually only a very small two mile or so strip on the SW of the island🙂 Thanks Paul🙂
Excellent presentation and video production as usual. What a fabulous spot you found courtesy of Andy.
Love the way you can get excited about a red and white chequered tablecloth. If only I had 10% of your enthusiasm.
That was totally ridiculous of me- it was just a normal table cloth!😆
@@FreddieDobbs Well it was special to you at that given time Freddie so its all good!
Another great video Freddie and Monika!
I have many things already in my “things to do” list for next visit to Tenerife thanks to your videos. I have been in Tenerife a number of times but never heard of this place, simply stunning, also so clean and looked after. Thanks for taking us in this journey!
I saw all your videos about Tenerife and, don´t worry, you are far from done with the musts. I´ve living here for the last 23 years and I tell you, most interesting sites are never found by tourists. I´ll love to see your next findings.
PS: Don´t know if you didn´t find them or didn´t make to the final video, but I missed a few interesting spots in this place... the farm animals, the via crucis walk to the chapel in the hill, and my favourite place to eat, the square behind where you first met a peahen, a open air terrace where all kind of birds free-range. If you like that colonial vibe, old La Laguna and Puerto de la Cruz should be in your short list.
Well done both of you. Another brilliant video, really does make you want to be there. 👍 😁
Great camera work and channel you both make Tenerife looking fantastic.👍
Spectacular location!
Absolutely beautiful. It’s just so eerie seeing no other people around…..damn covid.
Ahhh I know- I desperately wanted that coffee shop to be open to wrap the day up there🙂👌🏻☕️
Well done both of you fantastic vidio but the way little monica wimpers every time you mention lizards fred poor girl fraidy cat 😂
Stunning video, Freddie and Monika, on a beautiful day in the North of the Island. What a hidden gem. Jardin Sitio Litre in Puerto de la Cruz is well worth a visit if you’re visiting the north again.
Thanks Andy, I’ve just saved this location!🙂👌🏻
Beautiful, also watched your take on the BMW loved as well. Actually everything the two do is on my entertainment and knowledge daily schedule.
I’m so glad to hear it, thank you!🙂
We’re going to Tenerife in April, this is definitely now on the to do list now. Stunning day you had 👍🏼
Amazing video Freddie, what a beautiful place. Thanks for sharing 👍.
I'm pretty sure when peacocks open their feathers it's to attract a mate so the one that "attacked" you that time probably just fancied you.🥰 🤣
Delighted you enjoyed it, Phil! I should probably have been even more scared then!😆🐧
@@FreddieDobbs yeah, I reckon so, eh.😳
Another interesting vlog Freddie. You and Monica are living the dream and we enjoy going along with you.. I have a Yamaha Tracer 700 a great bike, I would like a Moto Guzzi V7 but I think your old Triumph looks the business.
Look forward to COVID being over. Would love to visit it when it is up and running again, hopefully soon!!! 👍
Great vlog once again, I was surprised how clean and tidy the location was considering there was no one there with the restaurants being closed.
Love the videos , not sure if it’s the motorcycles , cars , scenery , blue skies or just you two making the content - could be a combo of all …. Keep it up made my Sunday morning just a bit better ….
Thank you Stefan, delighted you’re enjoying the mix!🙂
Another great video. Really look forward to them.
Another fabulous video excellent keep up the great work
Rocking up to this place in a Triumph Bonneville is so appropriate
Hi Freddie & Monica, Last time I was in Los Realejos , it was fireworks night in may , largest display in Europe seemingly , it's set up as a battle between sides of the town and has a religious parade too , was really impressive.
Oh wow, we’ll still be here in May so will try and visit!🙂
Thanks guys, another absolutely brilliant video, I've never been to Tenerife, and adore Lanzarote for Manrique's influence but being drawn to Tenerife by these lovely videos. Well done, I loved how you both found the place so brilliant, it was a lovely insight, thanks
Monika and I must hop over to Lanzarote- it looks beautiful, and so different to Tenerife! Thanks Stuart🙂
Well done Andy!!!!
Hi, well worth the visit , an amazing place and such history . It would be nice to stay local and with in walking distance and a few drinks. Tea and toast here and frost on the roof . Oh well have fun, in the sun and thanks for the video .
I was thinking exactly that- a nice AirBnB within a short walk would be perfect👌🏻
Great vid, Freddie. This time I have something funny to note. At 9:45 you say "right under your nose", and on the right edge of the picture you see a yellow flowering shrub called "angel's trumpet" (Brugmansia). The smell is pleasant, but is quite unhealthy for people with heart problems. Therefore, one should not have this shrub "right under the nose". :-) I look forward to your further adventures. Greeting from La Palma.
Looks like a beautiful place to visit and enhanced by the film star drinking history! I'm not sure if you absolutely located the spot but it seemed around 23:00 or so you might have. A local had they been available might have been able to guide you to the very spot where McQueen, Miles and Connery got blitzed. I'm afraid we'll just have to imagine what they were talking about but that's part of the fun. Great camera work as usual Monika and suitably enthusiastic Freddie guiding us round. Suprisingly little of the motorbike but that's what it's for - getting you there and enjoying the ride there and back. More of this area I think.
Brilliant video 👏👏🇬🇧🇬🇧
Steve McQueen lol .... maybe Freddie you are a fan of him and Chad McQueen cool.. nice video as always ...thanks Freddie/Monika
that was thoroughly enjoyable, keep up the hard work guys
You are great narrator.
Hi Freddie
Great video and the views are amazing !
Warm regards
Richard
Thanks for the vlog, when we get back to Tenerife we will definitely take a trip out to El Monasterio on a a bike that we will hire from Easy Rider.
Nice antidote to the god-awful weather we've got in the UK at the moment. Don't come home. Check out Le Mans 66 for a great movie about the Ken Miles era.
It will be a very very big shock to the system when we return!😆🇬🇧🌧
I’ve never watched Le Mans 66- I’ll make sure I do so this week!
Hi Freddie!!! I recommend you to visit La Rambla de Castro, in Los Realejos.
Is a beautiful place, you can spend all the day in here, and also there is a beach.
I am from Los Realejos, and for me this Rambla de Castro is one of the best places, for me the best.
Hola Gara,
Thank you so much- I’ve saved this to my list and 100% will visit it very soon!
Muchos gracias Gara!🙂
Gr8 video guys, lovely place 😎👍
Hi Freddie!!!. You must to visit casa Museo Abaco, in camino Casa Grande 14, Puerto de la Cruz. We love your channel.
Hola Armando,
Muchos gracias- I’ll save this to my list!🙂🙌🏻🙌🏻
Did anyone else notice the white peacock through the lattice fence at 22.22?
I didn’t even notice it!😳
Freddie Dobbs… Literally David Attenborough version 2.0 👌🏻
In the Monastery I have spent very pleasant evenings. At night it becomes a magical place to have dinner or have a drink with your partner. I have to come back soon lol
We’ll definitely have to come back for an evening drink!🙂👌🏻
Freddie’s Peacock facts 😂 😂
I’m always trying my best to protect Monika!😆🦅
@@FreddieDobbs 😁 Don’t look it straight in the eye 😂
Hey Freddie. Love your work … and Monika too. You’ve been on the island some 3 months. Is your passport not British ?
Luckily I have an Irish passport as well as the British one🙂
Check out Le Mans 66 for a great movie about the Ken Miles era.
what googles/visor are you using sir? they look ace with that helmet! (moto3?)
It’s the DMD 75 helmet, along with the DMD 75 goggles (they’re goggle specifically made for the 75 helmet, so they fit perfectly🙂👌🏻
obviously , sean and steve had a tip off as well ;;;;
*This is similar flora to Mexico. I wonder what the conquistadors must've thought when they invaded Mexico and found a place that looked just like home but months across the ocean.*
"Realejos" can be pronounced "Rea Leh Hos." You can roll the first R but people will forgive if you can't.
Freddie go and see Chad McQueen he is a lovely bloke and the son .. so he has plenty of bikes and cars .. we expect you 2 at some point .. maybe next year ..
That sounds really incredible- I would love the chance!🙂
Waiting for a video out on the water…… 🤷🏼♂️
I’ve been meaning to do this for a while- I will try and sort one out🙂
You should have at least had 1 mojito while you were there....🤣
Ahhhhh I know!!
out of season ;;;