Panellets Recipe: A Traditional Catalan Treat

Panellets (small ball-shaped sweets covered in pine nuts) on a thin golden tray

Nothing says fall in Barcelona like roasted chestnuts, sweet potatoes… and, of course, panellets! Learn how to make this typical marzipan sweet with our panellets recipe. Though Halloween has gained popularity in recent years, Catalan families continue to celebrate the traditional fall feast of All Saints Day. And of course, no holiday is complete without […]

The Ultimate 5 Comfort Food Dishes to Eat in Barcelona

canelons

Winter is the time for cozy comfort foods that warm both the body and the soul. Each city has its own special dishes, and Catalonia is no exception. Let’s explore our favorite comfort food dishes in Barcelona for when the weather turns cold—perfect companions for chilly days. Our favorite comfort food dishes in Barcelona Escudella […]

5 Off-The-Beaten-Path Food Markets in Barcelona

It's time to delve into local life and visit some of the best food markets in Barcelona!

This blog post was originally posted on November 19, 2015, and was updated on October 13, 2017. One of the best ways to see a place is through its food. And what better place to do that than a beautiful Barcelona market! Here in Barcelona, a huge part of the food culture are the many […]

Live Like a Local in Barcelona

One of the best kid-friendly activities in Gracia is wandering and enjoying the beautiful streets and squares! This is definitely one of our top tips in our travel guide to Barcelona. Read the full post for more.

This blog post was originally posted on January 20, 2015, and was updated on October 15, 2017. Throughout our years in Barcelona, we’ve come across dozens of thought-provoking words that people use to describe the city we call home. Barcelona is an incredible city, however a confusing one sometimes for its many visitors each year! It’s […]

7 Best Chocolate Shops in Barcelona for the Sweets Obsessed

piles of chocolate at market in Barcelona.

Barcelona’s got a thing for chocolate, and chocolate treats in all different forms can be found all over the city. We love nothing more than a classic suizos, which are cups of delicious hot chocolate with a dollop of cream atop to start our day when sampling chocolate in Barcelona. The chocolate in Barcelona is […]

Barcelona’s Must-Visit Markets

Santa Caterina Market, Barcelona

This blog post was originally posted on October 25, 2016, and was updated on October 12, 2017. Neighborhood markets are essential to everyday life and culture in Spain. No trip would be complete without a visit to some of Barcelona’s must-visit markets! Whether you’re looking to ogle mountains of fresh produce, or you want to have […]

Barcelona Shopping Tips

Enjoy some great shops around Las Ramblas for some of the best Barcelona shopping! It's the perfect place to live like a local in Barcelona!

This blog post was originally posted on October 20, 2014, and was updated on October 12, 2017. Barcelona is a compact city that is filled to the brim with different shopping areas for all tastes, budgets, and time-limits. Photo Credit: Misty Barker Text Overlay: Devour Barcelona Food Tours From high-end designers to funky second-hand and […]

Typical Souvenirs from Barcelona

There's so many places to buy some of the best olive oil in Barcelona, Why not pick some up for the perfect Christmas gifts from Barcelona!

This blog post was originally posted on March 4, 2015, and was updated on October 12, 2017. Looking for the perfect souvenirs from Barcelona? We’ve got plenty of ideas. If you’re like us, you’ve probably waited until the last minute to hunt down souvenirs from Barcelona for your friends and family back home. You’ve possibly […]

Barcelona in the Rain

This beautiful cathedral is just one of the highlights of some of our favorite cool Barcelona walking tours!

This blog post was originally posted on September 22, 2014, and was updated on October 12, 2017. Caught in Barcelona in the rain? There is still plenty to do in the Catalan capital on a rainy day! Though it’s usually quite sunny on the Mediterranean coast, especially between June and October, nobody can ever quite […]