{"id":50180,"date":"2016-11-03T16:21:50","date_gmt":"2016-11-03T21:21:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=50180"},"modified":"2017-10-02T22:05:29","modified_gmt":"2017-10-03T03:05:29","slug":"what-to-eat-in-barcelona-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2016\/11\/what-to-eat-in-barcelona-spain\/","title":{"rendered":"7 reasons Barcelona is the tastiest city in Spain"},"content":{"rendered":"

When most people think about culinary meccas in Europe, they think of France or Italy, but the Spanish know their way around the kitchen, too. Catalonia in the northeast corner of Spain is no exception, and its capital city Barcelona<\/a> is teaming with delicious options. Experience regional Spanish culture\u2014and good living\u2014through these 7 tasty dishes you can\u2019t leave Barcelona without trying.<\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> How to spend 3 perfect days in Barcelona<\/a><\/p>\n

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A local and international favorite – Paella – Photo by GettingStamped.com<\/p><\/div>\n

1. Paella<\/h3>\n

This internationally famous dish has its roots along the Spanish Mediterranean coast. Fresh seafood is simmered atop a bed of deliciously seasoned rice and vegetables for a one of a kind dish. Paella makes the menu of most restaurants in the city, but a few do it a cut above the rest. For some of the best Paellas of your life head to Elche. Address:\u00a0Carrer de Vila i Vil\u00e0, 71<\/p>\n

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Get fueled up for the day with a Spanish favorite – churros & chocolate – Photo by GettingStamped.com<\/p><\/div>\n

2. Churros & chocolate<\/h3>\n

A morning favorite of Barcelonians is a cup of hot chocolate and churro, or fried dough rolled in sugar and cinnamon. However, the hot chocolate is probably a bit different than what you grew up with. A cup of the thick, rich beverage comes to the table capped with a generous dose of whipped cream, plus a spoon because the chocolate is near the consistency of pudding. The light, crispy fried dough alongside the rich chocolate is the perfect pick me up (and your entire day\u2019s recommended sugar intake) to keep you exploring Barcelona. Head to Granja La Pallaresa for some of the best chocolate and churros, but be warned: They partake in the afternoon siesta and are open 9am\u20131pm and 4pm\u20139pm. They’ll literally turn the lights off on you at 1pm! Address: Carrer de Petritxol, 11<\/p>\n

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The one and only Iberico ham! – Photo by GettingStamped.com<\/p><\/div>\n

3. Ib\u00e9rico ham<\/h3>\n

Native to Spain and Portugal, this cured meat is regularly voted among the best in the world. For fist time visitors to Spain, don\u2019t freak out when you see the ham stored, sliced and served at room temperature\u2014that\u2019s how it\u2019s done! This tried and true process of curing the hams has been perfected over the centuries. Enjoy ham alongside cheeses and bread, or other tapas. Oh, and don\u2019t forget to get a glass of Spanish red.<\/p>\n

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So many choices of delicious tapas & pinchos in Barcelona – Photo by GettingStamped.com<\/p><\/div>\n

4. Tapas & pinchos<\/h3>\n

The tapas concept has taken the world by storm over the past decade, making it fashionable to serve up small plates of food in restaurants around the world, but it all started here in Spain. Tapas is a great way to truly experience Spanish cuisine while visiting Barcelona, although another lesser known version of Spanish appetizers or small meals are pinchos. They’re similar in nature to tapas, but the term pinchos is a reference to the Spanish word pinchar, which means “to pierce,” generally with a wooden cocktail stick or skewer. Another way to tell pinchos apart from tapas is that they are almost always served on top of a piece of bread.<\/p>\n

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The best place to get a taste of local life is at the markets of Barcelona – Photo by GettingStamped.com<\/p><\/div>\n

5. Fresh from the market<\/h3>\n

Food markets are ahuge part of life in Barcelona. Within the city limits, there are more than 40 fresh markets with over 10,000 stalls of delicious, local food. A visit to a local market is a must while in Barcelona. The city\u2019s most popular is La Boqueria in the heart of the city. Address: La Rambla, 91<\/p>\n

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It doesn’t get too much fresher! – Photo by GettingStamped.com<\/p><\/div>\n

6. Fresh seafood<\/h3>\n

Being right on the Mediterranean, the seafood doesn\u2019t get much fresher than in Barcelona. Among the favorites of Barcelonians are razor clams, mussels, shrimp and squid. You can find these and other delights from the sea added to all kinds of locally flavored dishesin the city.<\/p>\n

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Bring on the Spanish wine! – Photo by GettingStamped.com<\/p><\/div>\n

7. Sangria & Spanish wine<\/h3>\n

It goes without saying, but a visit to Barcelona wouldn\u2019t be complete without some sangria in your glass. Don\u2019t like fruit floating in your wine? Barcelona\u2019s got you covered with tasty Spanish wines that are full of flavor and cheaper than water.<\/p>\n

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