There’s nothing better than being on vacation and finding a magical bar! Read on to find out some of our favorite unique bars in Barcelona! Barcelona has so many wonderful and incredible places to enjoy a drink or cocktail. Enjoy a cava in a forest of fairies or sip on a perfect martini in a […]
Our Complete Vegan and Vegetarian Guide to Barcelona
Vegans and vegetarians might find traveling to Barcelona a bit daunting—it is known for jamón and cheese, after all! But there are plenty of veggie-forward dishes out there. This vegan and vegetarian guide to Barcelona will help you decipher where to go, what to order, and how to order it. Key Words and Phrases When […]
Relax, Unwind and Enjoy a Perfect Sunday in Barcelona
We love nothing more than spending a relaxing Sunday in Barcelona. There’s a certain tranquility in the air on the one day of the week that Barcelona finally slows down! Photo Credit: Misty Barker Text Overlay: Devour Barcelona Food Tours When visitors to Barcelona realize there is a law that obligates most shops to close […]
Bolets 101: A Guide to Catalan Fungi
This blog post was originally posted on October 28, 2014, and was updated on November 19, 2017. If there is one thing that’s true in this world, it’s that Catalans love their mushrooms. Furthermore, these mushrooms play a huge role in the gastronomy of Barcelona and Catalonia. Every year, roughly between the months of September and […]
Bolets 101: A Guide to Catalan Fungi
This blog post was originally posted on October 28, 2014, and was updated on November 19, 2017. If there is one thing that’s true in this world, it’s that Catalans love their mushrooms. Furthermore, these mushrooms play a huge role in the gastronomy of Barcelona and Catalonia. Every year, roughly between the months of September and […]
5 Winter Terraces in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on January 29, 2016, and was updated on November 17, 2017. You may not see snow in Barcelona, but there is a winter and it can get chilly! Enjoy the chill at some of the best winter terraces in Barcelona! While people usually consider sitting out in the streets and […]
Everything You Need to Know about Catalan
This blog post was originally posted on August 20, 2014, and was updated on November 15, 2017. Planning on brushing up on your Spanish before arriving in Barcelona? If you really want to impress the locals, why not learn a few Catalan phrases? So you’re visiting Barcelona and you’re brushing up on your 8th grade […]
Best Bites: Top 5 Experience Restaurants in Barcelona
Barcelona is an incredible city, from its towering churches and bustling avenues to its charming squares. It truly has everything a city needs dotted throughout its numerous neighborhoods. Some of these areas known for their selection of beautiful boutiques, others for their cafes, but each of them have one thing in common: their incredible dining […]
Taste the Best of Barcelona: Top 5 Cocktail Bars in Born
The cocktail is indeed back and where better to enjoy it at its best than in one of the many incredible cocktail bars in Born! We love nothing more than a night out with friends in the Born neighborhood. Overflowing with amazing restaurants, lively bars, and an unrivaled atmosphere, it’s one of the best places […]
25 Unique Spanish Christmas & New Year’s Traditions
This post was originally published on December 23, 2014 and was updated with new text and photos on December 5, 2022. You may already know about the Three Kings that bring children presents or the special sweets eaten this time of year. But there are plenty more Spanish Christmas traditions that aren’t as well known […]
Fun with Spanish Food Phrases: Eat, Drink and Be Merry
This blog post was originally posted on September 18, 2014, and was updated on October 31, 2017. Like every culture, the Spanish have an abundance of wise and sometimes silly phrases or idioms related to eating. Useful or not, it’s a fun and interesting way to learn a bit of the language and understand different […]
How to Order Tapas in Barcelona
So you want to eat like a local in Barcelona, but you are daunted by how to order. Sound familiar. You’re not alone. Ordering in Spain can be confusing, especially taking into account the regional differences and the fact that tapas as a whole can look very different depending on where you are in the […]
Best Breakfast in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on October 26, 2016, and was updated on October 31, 2017. They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And we couldn’t agree more! Breakfast in Barcelona is no exception! There are so many tasty options in the city that it can be hard to narrow […]
Where to Eat Brunch in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on September 23, 2014, and was updated on October 30, 2017. If you had asked people in Spain what brunch was five years ago, you might have received some strange answers or blank stares. But nowadays, brunch in Barcelona is becoming as much of a religion as anywhere else, […]
Top 5 Reasons Why the Mediterranean Diet Rules
This blog post was originally posted on September 25, 2014, and was updated on October 30, 2017. When you hear the words Mediterranean diet, what probably comes to mind is yet another trendy weight-loss fad that everyone is raving about. But as heavily as the word diet sometimes weighs on our society (no pun intended), […]
4 Incredible Sushi Restaurants in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on March 20, 2015, and was updated on October 30, 2017. Looking for great sushi in Barcelona? We’ve tried all the sushi, sashimi and nigiri from here to Madrid so read on for our top picks for sushi restaurants in Barcelona. Ikibana Sushi Bar Though Ikibana is newer to the […]
Escape The Heat: Five Ways to Cool Off in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on June 29, 2015 and was updated on December 14, 2017. Oh, how we love the Spanish summer – but anyone who’s experienced it firsthand knows where the siesta comes from! As temperatures soar in July and August, be prepared to do whatever it takes to cool off in […]
Design & Comfort: The Top Boutique Hotels in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on September 25, 2015, and was updated on October 29, 2017. Looking for boutique hotels in Barcelona? From wonderful rooftops to relaxing spas, here are five of the top boutique hotels in Barcelona! Villa Emilia Charming, quaint and quiet would be three words to describe this adorable boutique hotel, Villa Emilia. You’ll […]
Barcelona Neighborhood Guide
This blog post was originally posted on September 30, 2014, and was updated on October 29, 2017. Like every big city, Barcelona has several distinctly unique neighborhoods that stand out amongst each other. Find out all you need to know in our Barcelona neighborhood guide. Getting lost in the Gothic Quarter or roaming the hills […]
Enjoy the Best: Where to Drink Wine in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on December 30, 2014, and was updated on October 28, 2017. Wondering where to drink wine in Barcelona? With so many incredible places to enjoy a glass (or two), it can be hard to know where not to miss out on visiting! That question could be answered on every […]