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Taste rare coffee with award-winning local roaster

Step behind the scenes of Catalan third-wave coffee culture at a Poble Nou microroastery. Arrive at Abyss Sip a welcome drink and learn about our philosophy. Go from bean to cup Walk through the coffee sourcing process and bean types. Watch us roast live Learn about roast curves and aroma development. Raise a cup Taste freshly roasted samples using slurp-and-score methods. Engage your senses Discuss how water and brewing methods affect taste. Take final sips Receive a pouch of freshly roasted beans to take home.

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Taste Iberian ham at a historic delicatessen

Sample complex flavors and learn to slice your own ham with a skilled jamón carver. Toast to history Sip cava as the history of Iberian ham is shared. Learn to carve Perfect the art of creating the most tantalizing slice. Sample the flavors Taste four hams with Penedès wine pairings. Take home tips Enjoy a final toast and learn how to source the finest hams.

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

A Barista's Guide to El Borne's Top Coffee Shops

Explore the unique evolution of Barcelona’s coffee culture on a walking tour of 4 unique cafés through the historic El Born neighbourhood. We'll go back in time to 1909 until the current day, diving into coffee fundamentals, learning about the roasting process, and tasting uniquely Spanish drinks and snacks while uncovering El Born’s rich coffee history. • Exclusive look into brewing techniques, flavour profiles, and the evolution of Barcelona’s vibrant coffee scene. • Explore distinctive aspects of Barcelona’s coffee culture at each stop. Along the way, I’ll share stories of El Born’s transformation from over a century of coffee history • Taste Spanish favourites like cortado and cafè sol, alongside Catalan treats like churros and croissants while learning about their history and significance. Drink your way through Barcelona’s coffee community, from one of its oldest cafés to a cutting-edge shop, sharpening your palate and discovering the city’s rich coffee heritage.

5 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Sommelier pairs tapas with catalan wines

Join us for an unforgettable evening of authentic Catalan flavors! In the heart of Barcelona, you'll experience a curated wine tasting featuring local Spanish wines, perfectly paired with a selection of delicious tapas. From rich reds to crisp whites, discover the essence of Barcelona's wine culture while savoring traditional bites like Iberian ham, fresh seafood, and regional cheeses. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or a foodie at heart, this intimate experience offers a taste of Barcelona’s culinary heritage in a charming, local setting

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Learn Spanish wine with a casino-inspired game

Join an interactive tasting in Old Town, blending fun and education. Meet Marcel Learn the casino game from Marcel. Discover regions Explore key Spanish wine regions before playing. Place your bets Sample and bet on five Spanish wines. Get answers Learn wine stories and cultural context. Count your chips Determine the winner and get local tips.

5 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Sip your way through the world of Catalan natural wine

Join me, a sustainable food and travel expert, for a visit to the Gràcia neighborhood to enjoy a series of natural wine tastings. You’ll connect with some of the Catalan terroirs and their native grapes without leaving Barcelona, tasting local natural wines and talking about their significance for both us and the environment. • We’ll meet at Virreina Square in Gràcia and walk through Gràcia’s narrow streets, feeling its lively atmosphere. • At a producer-owned wine bar, we’ll taste wines from Catalonia alongside local cheese and charcuterie, while talking about the sustainable natural wine world - and the industrial too. • Next, we’ll taste a selection of natural wines from Empordà (Catalonia) at producer-owned wine shop, where you will taste a bit of the sunny Costa Brava’s terroir. We’ll end with a Ratafia, a Catalan digestive. You’ll receive a special discount for natural wines from various Catalan producers, and I’ll leave you with recommendations for some of the best spots for good food and wine in Barcelona.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Spanish wine tasting paired with tapas by a famous sommelier

Join one of Spain’s most experienced sommeliers at the Wine Stories private tasting room for a truly elegant wine and tapas pairing. • We’ll share expert knowledge of Spanish wines, intentionally selected for their pairing with each dish, including fresh and light whites and classic reds. • Taste and savor five delicious dishes—from the traditional pan con tomate to hearty Spanish meatballs to flavorful jamón ibérico. • We’ll discuss each pairing as a group, and share further wine recommendations to help you deepen your knowledge. Create unforgettable memories tasting some of the best Spanish cuisine and wine—and leave satiated by this unique culinary experience.

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Craft Mediterranean-inspired cocktails with a mixologist

Join me at my bar for a hands-on journey into the art of cocktail making, inspired by the rich flavors of the Mediterranean and Barcelona’s vibrant bar culture. • I’ll guide you through a tasting of Mediterranean ingredients like fresh herbs, citrus, and Catalan spirits, and explain how each contributes to the balance of a perfect drink. • Next, we’ll craft two signature cocktails: a Catalan classic and a contemporary, Mediterranean-inspired creation. We’ll experiment with techniques like muddling, shaking, and layering. • As you savor your handcrafted cocktails, we’ll talk about how to source Catalan ingredients and experiment with Mediterranean flavors at home. Whether you’re a beginner or a cocktail enthusiast, you’ll gain new skills and discover Catalan drinks to look for during your time in Barcelona.

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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 3939 reviews

Secret Garden Paella

You’ll be welcomed into my opened kitchen and lush garden to master the fine art of cooking the perfect paella, following my grandmother’s recipe. I'll explain how to prepare it and will share with you some stories around that traditional dish. We are going to cook, enjoy wine, tapas and a delicious meal together whilst I give you an insight into one of the most coveted recipes in the world. This experience is family friendly, kids are very welcomed! (Children under 6 years doesn't pay). Other things to note: Our secret garden has also a comfortable and cozy space were we can enjoy the experience and the scene in case of having not a perfect weather that day.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 2134 reviews

This is paella! w Boquerías Mkt Tour

In this amazing day we'll go for a quick but rewarding tour around Boquería Market, followed by a warm and relaxed Paella lunch in a lovely apartment just 5 minutes walking away! I will show you where I buy all the fresh ingredients for the Paella, and we'll walk through the fabulous market, my favorite place in Barcelona, so you can see how one of the most iconic markets in Europe lives. From there we'll go home, where we will have appetizers, I'll teach you how to prepare the Spanish "bread with tomato", we will make sangria together, and the delicious Catalan cream for dessert, while we wait for the Paella :). All this in a beautiful living room with balconies to the Ramblas, with soft drinks, beer and good wines, it'll be a day that you'll enjoy tons! NOTES dress comfy and consider the weather since we'll walk a few minutes (5) from the market to the apartment. If you see no availability, try to contact me either way, maybe we can make it work NOW WE HAVE AN AMAZING VEGAN PAELLA OPTION! Don't hesitate to ask about it, is available for private groups only for the moment, is delicious! I SPEAK NATIVE SPANISH, however, the experience will be carried out by default in English (unless the entire group wants Spanish). Of course, I will be happy to make clarifications in Spanish if you need, but o promote the good dynamics of the event, it'll alway be held in a single language.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 1339 reviews

Spanish wine and tapas Gastrotour in a local neighborhood

Join us for a 2,5 hour tour in which you will experience the true spanish gastronomy and culture. 8 years running this route and improving it everyday! Tourism should give back to the communities, therefore we do not go to any bars that give commissions, nor are motivated by discounts, unlike other tours might be. We pay full price to family owned bars, preserving their businesses, traditions, and maintaining the reality of the culture in order to present the true image of the city without disrupting the good coexistence amongst locals and visitors. This tour includes: - 4 Different stops, in each one you will have a glass of traditional Spanish wine (Non-alcoholic drinks also available), 4 in total, each from a different region, paired with an extensive variety of tapas, between 8-12 different flavours, suitable for all preferences and all restrictions (Vegan and gluten-free options available) most people consider it a meal. - Small mixed tour group with the best vibe and willing to have lots of fun. - Personalized experience. - Professional guide with great recommendations. After this tour you will be in love with our wines and tapas in Barcelona! Other things to note: The tour tailored for each individual member according to their restrictions, allergies, and preferences (Vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, celiac and/or any other food allergy). The menu is not preset.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 4735 reviews

⭐The Original Tapas Crawl Adventure⭐

Discover our culture with fun and appetite. 4 stop tapas tour and drinks pairing in one of the most authentic and local area of Barcelona. Elected in the top 10 of the best experiences in the world in 2023 by travelers choice A 2.5 to 3 hours Food Tour, to showcase what Barcelona’s most authentic and popular restaurants and bars can offer in terms of food and local drinks. 10-12 tapas servings plates 4 to 5 drinks (equivalent of nearly a bottle per person) on this Tapas Crawl night tour. Please come hungry! walking tour with less than 10 mins between each stop.

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 634 reviews

Best Barcelona bar-crowl

At my bar crowl we gonna visit minimum 4 bars that will reveal to you a secret and incredibly different Barcelona. First one is a secret password-protected bar where the delivery of cocktails is brought to the level of high art. After that, we will move to a secret place, where it is impossible to get without membership in this secret club. Then one of the most original bar in Barcelona with an incredible idea and conceptiswaiting for us, and for a snack I will take you to a place where you can feel the spirit of Spain and Barcelona untill your fingertips! Areyou ready? Other things to note If you are interested in this side of Barcelona, this expirience is right for you. I love the culture of bars, I know a lot and have selected the best of the best for you! Each of them has a special place in my heart, has a story that I will gladly share with you. Waiting for you and promis, that it will be outstanding!

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 358 reviews

Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria

Embark on a culinary adventure with our chef, starting with a visit to La Boqueria, one of the world’s most iconic food markets, to select fresh ingredients for your paella. After the market, enjoy a brief stroll along La Rambla to our kitchen, where you’ll dive into the art of crafting a traditional Spanish sangria, followed by a tasting of authentic tapas. The highlight of the day is our interactive Paella Class. Learn the time-honored secrets and techniques for making the perfect Seafood Paella, with vegetarian and chicken options available. Once your paella is ready, sit back, relax, and savor the meal you’ve prepared. We’ll also serve dessert and offer a farewell toast in your honor. To keep the memories alive, you’ll receive a copy of the recipes so you can recreate the experience at home. Our award-winning paella class is designed to be fun, authentic, and engaging. Whether you’re traveling solo or with friends, a novice or a seasoned cook, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. *Please note: La Boqueria Market is closed on Sundays and public holidays, so the market visit is not included on these dates **Our 11:00 and 19:00 classes finish at our nearby Sant Gil kitchen, also centrally located and just a short stroll from the market

5 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

BBQ in a downtown Barcelona penthouse with a chef

We are Kiira and Victor and welcome you to our home for a personalized and special BBQ experience! During the experience we will taste food made on the barbecue, we offer a variety of options. It can be meats and vegetables, vegan and vegetables or mixed, always to your liking. We will start the evening with an aperitivo drink, continue with a bite of cheese and fuet, then prepare the classic choripan, enjoy high quality meat cuts (or plant-based burgers) accompanied by skewers of vegetables and barbecue vegetables. In addition we will have homemade babaganush, all this on charcoal grill accompanied by 3 consumptions of your choice (beer, wine, soft drinks or cider) for each participant and cold water included. There will be wines to buy by the glass or bottle and we also offer bottle corks for €5 While you're booking the experience, don't hesitate to mention any preferences, dietary restrictions, allergies, or anything else you'd like to keep in mind about diets, such as: VEGAN (plant based). Meat comes from local producers in Spain Come, eat, and enjoy it without regrets! ❄️ In winter, bring a sweater just in case, though not a strong winter, it's a couple of degrees less cold and we're outdoors! ☀️ In summer bring sunscreen please as we will be outdoors, and the sun is strong in Spain!

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 4394 reviews

Seafood Paella Maestro w Tapas & Sangria

Get the taste of a real Spanish kitchen Don't Miss Our “Paella Maestro Market Tour & Sangria & Tapas” Class For the Same Price, it includes a Beautiful Visit to the Market https://www.airbnb.es/experiences/94233 Whether you are with friends, travelling as a family or flying solo, you will learn to choose the freshest and tastiest products, you'll be in excellent company in a warm, inviting space, working together to prepare 3 classic dishes: Paella, the iconic rice dish made with seafood and fresh vegetables Pan con Tomate, a delicious local starter accompanied by Ham, Sausages and Cheese Sangria, a fruity and refreshing wine punch Traditionally, a Paella is a communal meal with family and friends. That's why you won't be working on individual dishes, but instead collaborating to create your dishes as a group. Join us and share our passion for food, Spain and life Other things to consider We will be happy to accommodate any dietary needs you may have, if requested in advance. However, we will use shellfish. Please contact us in advance to inform us of any food allergies so that we can adapt our dishes. Children are welcome.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 434 reviews

Paella Cooking Class & Tapas & Market tour

The experience begins with a market tour of the La Boqueria market. Before starting the cooking class we have a tasting of 10 Tapas from different regions of Spain, with a tasting of several wines and an explanation of Spanish gastronomy through said Tapas. The cooking class consists of preparing a complete gourmet menu. Premium cooking class with professional chef. In an emblematic place in Barcelona. In the historic center of the city. It is an 18th century apartment that belongs to a family of the Catalan aristocracy, completely renovated and maintaining all its majesty. All participants cook all the dishes on the Menu. For example, one Paella is cooked for every 2-3 participants. Includes drinks during the Tapas and the menu tasting. The menu you have cooked will be served to you on an Imperial table. These are reduced groups with a maximum of 11 participants. You can add yourself to an open group or do it as a private group. Private groups can be between 2 and up to 22 participants. Menu cooking class: Seafood or vegetarian Paella Spanish omelette Catalan cream with berries Tapas tasting: Brava potatoes with sauces Assortment of iberian sausages Andalusian fish Prawns to garlic Traditional croquettes Manchego cheese Cantabrian anchovies Mussels with sauce Octopus a feira

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 689 reviews

❤️ SIP, SITES & BITES!!!❤️Food & History

Get ready for a Barcelona adventure that's two thousand years in the making (and delicious). This tour isn't just a meal, it's a time-traveling feast for your senses! We'll wander the medieval streets and alleyways of Barcino (aka Barcelona), uncovering Roman secrets and hidden gems. And because history is hungry work, we'll also dive into fantastic family-run restaurants, bodegas, and taverns. Get ready for a tapas history lesson...with delicious edible homework! Your guide will spill the secrets behind every bite. Join us on a magical 3.5-hour journey through Barceloneta, the Gothic Quarter, and El Born. Our passionate guides will bring Barcelona's vibrant past to life, mixing fascinating stories with the traditions of each neighborhood. Plus, get ready for a culinary explosion! We're talking legendary Patatas Bravas, Pintxos, Butifarra, delicious mussels, the iconic Bomba, and much more! Think locally made cheeses, cured meats, heavenly house-made sparkling wine, Cava, local wine, and the super refreshing "Clara" – basically, a liquid hug from Barcelona. Choose your adventure: morning (12:00 PM - 3:30 PM) or evening (5:00 PM - 8:30 PM). Get ready for unforgettable memories of Barcelona's tastes and smells that will linger long after you've left – you might even start dreaming in Patatas Bravas!

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