Gastronomic

Catalans and Barcelonian’s love to eat and there are heaps of great restaurants all over the city, some are traditionally Catalan and Spanish and many others are influenced by a mix of other cultures. Flavours are Mediterranean with the use of olive oil, fresh vegetables, produce, fish and meat. Quality is important here, even down to the simplest dish the taste and presentation is perfect. Some of the most popular and everyday dishes are stews like the La escudella i carn d'olla and Cocido con judias blancas. For convenience and luxury book into Barcelona beach apartments where you get great views, fresh sea air and are just a few minutes from the many delicious restaurants. Zarzuela is a fish speciality with cuttlefish, mussels and prawn, and the upmarket version comes with lobster, whilst typical desserts are Crema Catalana, Mel i mato, and the Postre del Musico with pine-kernels and raisins. Most notable amongst the wines of Catalonia are red wines from Peralda, Alella, Priorat and Tarragona, white wines from Penedés, and Cava. There are cooking school or day tours introducing you to the local food markets and cuisine, join one if you want to know more.