Crema catalana is Europe’s lesser-known custard dessert, and we’re here to make sure it gets the credit it deserves! It’s easy to compare crema catalana and its French counterpart, creme brûlée. Both are quite similar to one another, but with some notable differences. And then there’s the matter of their origins—to this day, people still debate about who […]
Barcelona Recipes
5 Essential Items for Every Spanish Kitchen
Posted on January 28, 2021
This blog post was originally posted on March 5, 2015, and was updated on January 28, 2021. Dreaming of that perfect Spanish kitchen? Make sure you stock it with the essentials! Spanish cuisine is based on simple, fresh ingredients, with some of its best signature dishes using ingredients as basic as an egg to create […]
Warm Up This Winter With This Traditional Spanish Hot Chocolate Recipe
Posted on January 25, 2021
This blog post was originally posted on December 12, 2017 and was updated on January 25, 2021. Some customs, traditions and foodie favorites never go out of style, and Spanish hot chocolate recipe is one of them. Few things in life can compare to the pleasure of ducking into a cozy cafe to escape the […]
The Only Cava Sangria Recipe You’ll Ever Need
Posted on September 8, 2020
This blog post was originally posted on May 13, 2015 and was updated on September 8, 2020. Using cava rather than the traditional red wine for sangria is a twist on this classic recipe that you didn’t know you needed. Sangria is one of the most sought-after drinks among visitors to Spain. But what many […]
Mama Carmen’s Fideuà Recipe
Posted on September 8, 2020
This blog post was originally posted on March 9, 2016, and was updated on September 8, 2020. Everyone’s heard of paella—but what about its noodle-based cousin, fideuà? Try making it yourself with this fideuà recipe. This recipe comes from one of our favorite people in Barcelona: Mama Carmen, whose small seaside restaurant Cal Papi was a […]
Catalan Pa amb Tomàquet Recipe (& Why You Need to Make It!)
Posted on May 29, 2020
When you’re in Barcelona, you should be prepared to eat a lot of tomato and bread. You’ll get served pa amb tomàquet so often you might think someone is playing a joke on you. It’s eaten for breakfast, served as an appetizer at lunch or dinner, and plated up in Catalan homes throughout the country. […]
Delicious Fried Monkfish Recipe
Posted on January 25, 2018
This blog post was originally posted on June 26, 2015, and was updated on January 25, 2018. There is no fish as ugly as the monkfish, but as they say, never judge a book by its cover. This recipe for fried monkfish is easy, delicious and very versatile! Photo Credit: Ben Sutherland Text Overlay: Devour Barcelona Food Tours […]
Watermelon Gazpacho Recipe:The Most Refreshing Recipe for This Summer
Posted on January 22, 2018
This blog post was originally posted on July 22, 2015 and was updated on January 22, 2018. Gazpacho is undoubtedly one of the best treats of summer in Spain. Why not try making it yourself with our simple watermelon gazpacho recipe. A cold, refreshing tomato-based soup that Spaniards usually drink from a glass. Furthermore, there are […]
Easy Spanish Recipes for Holiday Parties
Posted on December 10, 2017
This blog post was originally posted on December 2, 2014 and was updated on November 18, 2017. Looking for simple recipes for the holidays? Check out some of these delicious and above all easy Spanish recipes. You’ll be sure to impress family, friends and coworkers alike! Drinks Carajillo The Spanish carajillo may not look like your regular […]
Truita d’Alls Tendres Recipe (Green Garlic Omelette)
Posted on November 27, 2017
This blog post was originally posted on March 11, 2015, and was updated on November 27, 2017. Garlic is a key ingredient in Spanish and Catalan cuisine, and along with extra virgin olive oil, it’s where so many traditional savory dishes begin. But green garlic? What is that? If you are unfamiliar with green garlic, […]
