Top 6 Places for the Best Cataplana in Lisbon

Seafood cataplana at Aqui Há Peixe in Lisbon

There’s nothing like a steaming seafood stew to raise your spirits—and that’s exactly what this traditional dish does. Here’s where to get the best cataplana in Lisbon! If you’ve ever been to a traditional Portuguese restaurant or eaten with a Portuguese family, you know how much this country loves seafood. It’s no wonder; much of […]

Our Picks for the 5 Best Seafood Restaurants in Seville

It’s hard to mention Seville without the topic of tapas popping up. With one comes the other, and that’s just one of the many reasons why this adore this Andalusian gem. But along with the Iberian ham, olives, and various local favorites such as snails and pringa, there is an abundance of delicious seafood plates […]

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

Kitchen team at Narru restaurant preparing seafood dishes

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 […]

Where to Eat on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day in Barcelona

Tragaluz is easily one of our favorite options for where to eat on Christmas Day in Barcelona. You can't get much better than fresh Mediterranean dishes and excellent wine!

The best way to get in the holiday spirit is with a perfect meal! On major holidays like December 25, Barcelona practically shuts down as locals cozy up at home with their loved ones. However, while your choice of where to eat on Christmas in Barcelona may be limited, there are some true culinary gems […]

Inside a Canning Factory

A canning factory in Portugal also is responsible for designing and marketing the final product—not just putting the fish in the tins.

Tinned fish isn’t only a delicacy in Portugal. It’s also a traditional way of life that’s adapting to the times. Whenever friends visit us in Portugal, we suggest canned fish as the perfect souvenir to take back to their family and friends. Not only is it completely delicious (way better than canned tuna at home) […]

Where to Eat Dinner in Rome [2024 Guide]

Cacio e pepe is one of the most popular Roman pasta dishes today, but comes from humble origins.

In Rome, we take our food very seriously. There’s only one way we like our pasta—al dente—and don’t waste our time with overcooked fish or meat. Rome is packed with restaurants around every corner. But the more restaurants we try, the more we fall in love with our all-time favorites. If you want to get […]

The Ultimate Guide to Sardines in Lisbon

Sardines

Whether hot off the grill or straight from the tin, you have to try sardines in Lisbon. With hundreds of miles of Atlantic coastline, Portugal has always turned to the water to feed its people. You’ll find seafood on the menu at most restaurants in Lisbon, and the city even holds a month-long festival starring […]

The Top 8 Seafood Restaurants in Lisbon (for Every Price Range!)

The seafood counter at Páteo do Avillez

From holes in the wall to Michelin-caliber cuisine, these are the Lisbon’s best restaurants for seafood and fish. Few things are better than a feast plucked straight from the sea. Any guidebook (and a vintage Parts Unknown) will point you toward Cervejaria Ramiro. It’s worth the hype—and the inevitable line of tourists waiting to get in […]

The Best Seafood in Lisbon: The 8 Dishes You HAVE To Try

Garlic shrimp, a Lisbon seafood dish.

Portugal’s capital is one of the best cities on earth for fish and other delicacies from the sea. Don’t leave Lisbon without sampling some of the specialties. Portugal has a long coastline and a long history being seafarers. It’s no surprise that the Portuguese know all the best ways to cook fish and seafood. The […]

Our Favorite Andalusian Wines to Order in Granada

Sherries from Jerez are among our favorite 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 […]