Every September, Barcelona comes alive for La Mercè, the city’s most iconic festival. Officially celebrated on September 24, it honors Mare de Déu de la Mercè (Our Lady of Mercy), the patron saint credited with protecting the city from plagues and hardship. What began in the 17th century as a solemn religious feast has transformed […]
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Every August, the quiet town of Buñol in the Valencia region transforms into the stage for one of Spain’s most colorful celebrations: La Tomatina. Thousands gather in the streets with a single goal in mind: throwing tomatoes at one another until the town square is painted red. The origins of La Tomatina trace back to
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If you have already picked over the usual patatas bravas and croquetas, or you have been living in Spain long enough to yawn at the standard tapas lineup, this curated list will wake up your appetite. These ten tapas less traveled appear on many everyday Barcelona bar menus yet still manage to fly under the
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We’re honored to share that Barcelona Cooking has been featured in the KAYAK Barcelona Travel Guide, a resource designed to help travelers connect with the soul of a city—not just its surface. At a time when tourism can often feel dominated by giant operators and one-size-fits-all experiences, guides like this play an important role in
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Serves 4 350g tomatoes, peeled, deseeded and chopped350g strawberries250ml water4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil2 slices white bread2 tsp sherry vinegarSalt and pepperSugarMint leavesCheese to garnish Soak the bread in cold water with 2 teaspoons of vinegar for 5 minutes. Rinse the strawberries, pat them dry, and halve them. Wash, peel, deseed, and chop the
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Serves 4 4 medium sized poatoes4 eggs1 onionSaltOlive Oil Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut into quarters and then into thin slices. Heat a good amount of olive oil in a deep frying pan. Cut the onions in half and then into thin slices. Fry the potatoes for 7-8 minutes on a low heat and
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