Where to eat

Enjoying Barcelona is like enjoying a good meal. Catalan gastronomy is one of the highlights of the culture of the region, which has a varied range of cuisine that is famed the world over. Bon appétit!

RESTAURANTS

The Catalan capital has gained a truly international profile thanks to its restaurants and highly acclaimed chefs. The choice of dining options is so wide that you will find it difficult to make a decision. Enter and discover a rich variety of cuisine to suit every taste.

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Here's today's special recommendation. Bon appétit!

Barcelona and Its Markets

Barcelona and Its Markets
The aromas, colours, the bustle of the crowds and extremely fresh top-quality produce. A stroll through Barcelona’s markets is an unmissable experience in every sense of the word.

Barcelona and food shops

Barcelona and food shops
Traditional produce is sold at colmados, old-style grocer’s shops which have become a symbol of the city and fine food.

Barcelona on a plate

Barcelona on a plate
Barcelona's tastiest recipes… they'll make you mouth water!

Seasonal cuisine

Seasonal cuisine
The seasons pass with the pages of the calendar… as you whet your appetite. Discover the foods that match the seasons of the year.

History of Catalan cuisine

History of Catalan cuisine
Seven hundred years of history count for a lot… and on the table too. Travel through time in the most flavoursome way.

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This winter in Barcelona

In winter, Barcelona reveals its cultural activities and invites you to take a stroll, discover its shops and gastronomy. Here are some suggestions:

Take a stroll through the parks, discover new exhibitions, go to a concert or take a short trip out of town.

Barcelona welcomes you to...
  • Mitja Marató Barcelona. 26 February 2012
    The 22nd Half Marathon covers an urban circuit of 21,097 km, is the first big race of 2012.
  • Mobile World Congress. 27 February – 1 March 2012
    The most innovative industry-leading event in global mobile communications.
  • Alimentaria. 26-29 March 2012
    The most important International Food and Beverages Exhibition in Spain and one of the world’s leading events of this type.
  • SITC. 20-22 April 2012
    The biggest range of travel options, services and ideas for your free time.