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48 Hours in San Sebastian: Self-Guided Itinerary (Pintxos Included!)

San Sebastian has long been considered one of the most incredible gastronomic scenes in the world. Throw in the fact that it also earned the designation as the 2016 European Capital of Culture, and you’ll start to understand why this incredible seaside city is worth a visit. Spending 48 hours in San Sebastian is perfect […]

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7 Typical Foods in San Sebastian: Cheese, Fresh Fish, Spicy Peppers, & More

San Sebastian is synonymous with top quality food—so much so that it’s even considered the world’s best city for foodies. It boasts nearly a dozen Michelin-starred restaurants, a thriving pintxos bar scene, and beautiful local markets filled with fresh seafood, local meats, and seasonal vegetables. And that’s not to mention the excellent local wines and […]

A chef plating a dish at a restaurant in San Sebastian.

The 7 Best Restaurants in San Sebastian Without a Michelin Star

Let’s say you’re in San Sebastian and searching for the best restaurants. And now let’s say you either don’t want to break the bank on a pricey restaurant bill or you can’t get a reservation at one of the many Michelin-starred restaurants in this seaside Basque city.  Well, you’re in luck. San Sebastian has a […]

Three smiling servers at a Basque bar holding plates of pintxos at Bar Txapetxa.

Where to Eat in San Sebastian: A Foodie Guide

When you’re in San Sebastian—widely considered Europe’s best foodie city—the question of where to eat becomes even more important. San Sebastian is a verified culinary wonderland. Here, rustic, age-old pintxos bars stand side by side with modern, experimental gastro hubs. And both of the above are sure to use fresh, locally sourced seasonal ingredients to […]

Pintxos bar Anardi in Barcelona

Where to Find the Best Pintxos in Barcelona

Barcelona is one of Spain’s culinary capitals, but you aren’t limited to fantastic Catalan cuisine here. The famous Basque pintxos are widely available in Barcelona as well—but where should you go if you want to try the best pintxos in Barcelona. Pintxos are delicious, carb-heavy, servings of bread with a topping. The topping could be chorizo […]

Kitchen team at Narru restaurant preparing seafood dishes

Dive Into a Shell Paradise: San Sebastian’s Top 7 Seafood Bites

Spain’s “Northern Pearl” hasn’t forgotten about its fishing-port origins, and neither have our taste buds! The cold Cantabrian Sea doesn’t just wash the shores of Playa de la Concha—it also provides the best seafood for the restaurants in San Sebastian. Trust us for a finger-licking experience and get ready for an unforgettable “port-to-table” moment. No […]

Sirloin steak tapas at Gandarias, San Sebastian

Where to Eat on Holidays in San Sebastian: Restaurants That Are Always Open

We understand the struggle: finding a great dinner spot in San Sebastian on many Mondays, some Tuesdays, and public holidays can feel like an impossible mission. Holiday season can be especially tricky in a small city like San Sebastian: many family-run bars and restaurants close their doors for small periods of time. But no matter […]