This blog post was originally posted on July 9, 2015 and was updated on October 25, 2022. One of the best parts of living (and eating!) in an area so profoundly rooted in tradition is finding those old ways of life that still live on despite modern times. An example of that can be found […]
Food and Drink in Barcelona
7 Best Chocolate Shops in Barcelona for the Sweets Obsessed
Posted on October 14, 2017
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 […]
5 Spots for Coffee Connoisseurs in Barcelona
Posted on October 7, 2017
This blog post was originally posted on January 21, 2015, and was updated on October 7, 2017. Looking for the best coffee in Barcelona? Read our guide on where to find it! Coffee culture in Spain is an interesting concept. It is such a huge part of daily life, yet there is little to be said […]
How to Eat Like a Local in Barcelona
Posted on October 3, 2017
Tasty aperitifs, long lunches, late dinners—there is so much to love about eating in Barcelona. One of the joys of traveling is experiencing all of the fabulous food on offer. But it’s one thing going out and trying local specialties, it’s another thing doing it the right way. Read on to uncover the secrets of […]
The Catalan Calendar in Sweets
Posted on September 25, 2017
This blog post was originally posted on April 2, 2015, and was updated on September 25, 2017. We love the huge selection of sweets in Barcelona! However, did you know that you can follow the calendar in Spain through its sweets? Following the days, weeks and months of the year can be a pretty fun […]
Our Top Picks for Delicious & Healthy Restaurants in Barcelona
Posted on September 25, 2017
If you’re anything like us though—after a few days of eating and drinking some of the deliciously indulgent food on offer in Barcelona, you may need something a little lighter! As always, we’re here to help. We’ve been there—the jeans start to get a little tight, and it’s time for something a little healthier. Check […]
9 Useful Words For Ordering a Drink in Spain
Posted on September 24, 2017
This blog post was originally posted on March 18, 2015, and was updated on September 24, 2017. Having your basic vocabulary down in a foreign country is key. And if you’re a foodie like us, you have your priorities! Here’s your guide to ordering a drink in Spain. Una Caña We drink a lot of […]
Bite into Barcelona: Where to Eat in Barceloneta
Posted on September 24, 2017
This blog post was originally posted on February 4, 2016, and was updated on September 24, 2017. Barceloneta, Barcelona’s old fishermen’s neighborhood, is teeming with incredible tapas, fresh seafood and authentic bars that are lost in time. When visitors to Barcelona think of Barceloneta, they usually think of spending time on the beach. Soaking up the […]
Our 10 Favorite Tapas Bars in Barcelona
Posted on September 20, 2017
Looking for stellar tapas in Barcelona? We are constantly on the lookout for new and old hidden gems! Here are a few of our favorite tapas bars in the Barcelona for you to enjoy. Sure, tapas were not a traditional Catalan way of dining in the past, but that doesn’t mean they haven’t become a […]
Everything You Need to Know About Catalan Sparkling Wine
Posted on September 19, 2017
This blog post was originally posted on February 10, 2016, and was updated on September 19, 2016. Love a glass of bubbly? Cava, the wonderful Catalan sparkling wine, is a staple of the local gastronomy and culture. As a sparkling wine, cava has long taken a backseat to French champagne. It’s even been incorrectly referred to as […]
