Liquid Gold: Where to Buy the Best Olive Oil in Barcelona

Bottles of olive oil on display at a shop.

In many countries, olive oil is a luxury. In Barcelona, though, it flows like water. Continue reading to find out where to buy olive oil in Barcelona, and you’ll be able to enjoy the this liquid gold at home! Background and production The cultivation of some of Spain’s best olive oil is believed to date […]

Live Like a Local in Barcelona

One of the best kid-friendly activities in Gracia is wandering and enjoying the beautiful streets and squares! This is definitely one of our top tips in our travel guide to Barcelona. Read the full post for more.

This blog post was originally posted on January 20, 2015, and was updated on October 15, 2017. Throughout our years in Barcelona, we’ve come across dozens of thought-provoking words that people use to describe the city we call home. Barcelona is an incredible city, however a confusing one sometimes for its many visitors each year! It’s […]

Barcelona’s Must-Visit Markets

Santa Caterina Market, Barcelona

This blog post was originally posted on October 25, 2016, and was updated on October 12, 2017. Neighborhood markets are essential to everyday life and culture in Spain. No trip would be complete without a visit to some of Barcelona’s must-visit markets! Whether you’re looking to ogle mountains of fresh produce, or you want to have […]

Historic Food Markets in Barcelona

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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 […]