When it comes to tapas, Granada offers one of the best scenes in Spain. Almost always served free with your drink and often much more generously sized than in other parts of the country, these delightful bites allow you to sample a variety of Spanish flavors without hurting your wallet. In other words, it’s the […]
Food and Drink in Granada
The Best Spanish Cookbooks To Have At Home
Love Spanish food, but feel a bit overwhelmed when trying to make it at home? Well, you’re in luck because we’ve compiled a list of the best Spanish cookbooks to use if you want to get cooking at home. Whether you already consider yourself something of an aspiring chef or you just want to switch […]
Tapas in Spain: What to Eat & Drink in 17 Spanish Regions
The popularity of tapas has skyrocketed on the international gastronomic scene in recent years. But what are tapas, exactly? And how do you define the culture around tapas in Spain? Ask any self-proclaimed foodie to define “tapas,” and they’ll probably tell you something along the lines of “Spanish small plates.” That answer is correct in […]
Our Favorite Andalusian Wines to Order in Granada
This blog post was originally posted on May 2, 2018, and was updated on April 16, 2019. Spain is home to more than 70 diverse wine regions, and some of the best are found in the south! Without a doubt, Granada’s privileged, relatively central location within Andalusia means that it’s within reach of some of […]
10 Best Bars in Granada: Our All-Time Favorites
In a city like Granada, where bar culture is an integral part of everyday life, narrowing down the best bars is a tall order. Stop five different granadinos on the street and ask them what their favorite bar in town is, and you’ll likely get five different answers. Despite its popularity among tourists, the city has been […]
Complete Vegetarian Guide to Granada
This blog post was originally posted on November 3, 2017, and was updated on April 17, 2019. Finding vegetarian food in Granada is easier than ever! While some older granadinos may be curious as to why you don’t eat jamón, more and more Spanish dining establishments are working to adapt their menus to accommodate guests who don’t eat […]
Our List of The Absolute Best Restaurants in Granada
This blog post was originally posted on July 30, 2017, and was updated on April 17, 2019. As one of the few cities left in Spain where tapas often come free with your drink, Granada is foodie heaven. But with so many places to eat in the city, where are the absolute best restaurants in […]
Moreish & Moorish: 5 Typical Desserts from Granada
One of the many things about the south of Spain that holds such appeal for international travelers are the remnants of its ancient Arabic heyday. Remember, Spain has actually spent more time as a majority Islamic country than it has a Christian one throughout its history. That is still very apparent in many elements of […]
The Essential Guide: Where to Eat Tapas in Granada
This blog post was originally posted on July 6, 2017, and was updated on April 17, 2019. Any visitor to Spain will likely be familiar with the concept of tapas. These light bites served alongside a round of drinks are a staple in the Spanish way of life. The origin of the term, though, is […]
Eat Your Veggies! Our Top 7 Vegetarian Tapas in Granada
This blog post was originally posted on June 16, 2017, and was updated on April 17, 2019. Gone are the days when the announcement that you’re a vegetarian in Spain would invariably be met with a confused stare and the response, “But of course you eat ham, right?” Well, nearly. While the demand for meat-free […]