Barcelona: eat and drink guide

Summary
Catalan cuisine is in new heights, in terms of both modernity and popularity. Find out traditional Catalan food and where you can eat in Barcelona.

Barcelona is one of the most popular places in the world. There's something in that country that's really intriguing and worth visiting for. Like the La Rambla which is a tree-lined pedestrian boulevard. Also the highest hill of Tibidabo and many more. And of course very delicious Catalan cuisine.

Barcelona has an entire culture built around the sit-down meal. A whole new generation of chefs has made an enormous contribution to this culture by taking Catalan cuisine to new heights, in terms of both modernity and popularity. No matter what your budget or belly size, you'll find something to suit in Barcelona. It teems with establishments dishing up everything from tiny tapas to gargantuan feasts. Catalunya produces a variety of fresh seafood, meat, game, and fruit and vegetables, which are combined in unusual and delicious ways.

Being a seaside town, Barcelona is also known for its exceptional seafood. The number of restaurants specialising in underwater treats are as varied as the city itself – light Mediterranean fare, Spanish classics like paella or local favourites like fideuá, even Japanese sushi. Although there are good seafood restaurants throughout the city, no place is quite as appropriate as La Barceloneta or the many authentic spots along the city's seafront promenade.

Catalans love cold meats or (embutidos) of all sorts, especially pork sausages, referred to as (butifarra). The staple dish is butifarra amb mongetes, a stew of pork sausage and white beans. Escudella is a traditional stew made with sausage, chickpeas, pasta and a giant pork meatball. It's generally eaten at Christmas time and followed by crema catalana, a sweet egg custard topped with caramelized sugar that has become a popular dessert throughout Spain.

When you have a travel to Barcelona, it's advisable that you plan it ahead so as for you to have a safe, enjoyable, and exciting trip. And the most important part of a travel is to choose the best accommodation in Barcelona and best places to eat. And there are lots of Barcelona hotels to choose from. It's nice when you can choose the best Hotels in Barcelona so that you will be having a memorable vacation.