Picking up edible souvenirs in Barcelona is a great way to share memories with friends and family and have a delicious way to reminisce about your time abroad (without adding more magnets to the fridge). What makes a better gift than exquisite chocolate, top-notch extra virgin olive oil, or an impressive Spanish red wine that […]
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Our Favorite Food Market Tours in Barcelona
Few places allow a more authentic glimpse into local culture than neighborhood markets. They’re where locals do their grocery shopping and occasionally stop for a tapa or glass of wine. The vendors themselves have usually been in the business for generations, running the same stalls their parents or grandparents founded. Barcelona’s markets are as vibrant, […]
7 Things to do in Barcelona for Free
This blog post was originally posted on September 10, 2014, and was updated on November 28, 2017. You don’t even have to be a penny-pincher to enjoy this city for less than a dime, or even better, nothing. Here are just a few suggestions of things to do in Barcelona for free. A lot of […]
5 Off-The-Beaten-Path Food Markets in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on November 19, 2015, and was updated on October 13, 2017. One of the best ways to see a place is through its food. And what better place to do that than a beautiful Barcelona market! Here in Barcelona, a huge part of the food culture are the many […]
Historic Food Markets in Barcelona
One of the city’s greatest assets is its incredible gastronomy. Of course a big part in that is the selection of colorful and lively markets. We’re here to show you there’s something to love about each and every one of these historic food markets in Barcelona. Mercat de Santa Caterina Until the mid-19th century, traveling […]