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 […]
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Best Barcelona Food Tours for Kids: Tastes & Traditions of Barcelona Tour
Traveling with little ones in tow can be a challenge, especially when it comes time to eat. However, one of our favorite solutions to that situation is to take a food tour. There’s no better way to immerse the whole family in local culture than by spending a few hours exploring with an expert local […]
Local Bites: Where to Find the Best Fideua in Barcelona
Many visitors come to Barcelona in search of paella, but it’s always good to expand your horizons! Not that Barcelona doesn’t have some seriously delicious paella—it does—but the local culinary star is a similar dish known as fideua. This simple yet delicious dish uses noodles instead of rice and plenty of seafood. And of course, it’s […]
Dive Into Local Eats: Where to Eat Near La Barceloneta Beach
Due to its proximity to the old fishermen’s neighborhood of the same name, it’s easy to find delicious, authentic eats near La Barceloneta beach. Unfortunately, most visitors will head straight for the tacky tourist traps nearby rather than straying off the beaten path a little bit. There are plenty of great options for where to […]
Our Guide to Planning the Best Family Holiday in Barcelona
Your kids will love the colorful Catalan capital just as much as you do! A family holiday in Barcelona will be one of the most rewarding travel experiences for little ones. The city is rich in unique culture, home to a fantastic Mediterranean climate and offers lots to see and do. However, a successful trip, […]
24 Hours in Barcelona: The Best of the Catalan Capital in One Day
Barcelona contains an entire world of sights, culture and flavors that require time to experience fully. However, sometimes you just have a few precious hours in town and you want to experience the best of the best. To that, we say salud to you and your eagerness to explore! Here’s how to spend 24 hours […]
Get off the Boat! Spending the Day in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on March 9, 2015, and was updated on November 29, 2017. If your cruise ship is stopping in the Barcelona cruise port, there is no way you can miss out on this beautiful city! The city is relatively small and easy to manage for a first time visitor. Furthermore, […]
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 […]
Yum! Top vegetarian restaurants in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on August 27, 2014 and was updated on September 6, 2017. There exists a sort of myth that vegetarians have it tough in Spain… Of course, all things pork do play an important role in the many different regions’ cuisines, but by no means do they dominate it, especially in […]
Top 5 Outdoor Cinemas in Barcelona [2024]
Outdoor cinemas in Barcelona are one of our favorite summer evening activities. What better way to wind down the day than watching a movie outside in the warm weather, soaking up the cool vibe of the city? Make sure not to miss out on some of these outdoor cinemas in Barcelona during July and August—and don’t […]
