Barcelona is one of Spain’s culinary capitals, but you aren’t limited to fantastic Catalan cuisine here. The famous Basque pintxos are widely available in Barcelona as well—but where should you go if you want to try the best pintxos in Barcelona. Pintxos are delicious, carb-heavy, servings of bread with a topping. The topping could be chorizo […]
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The Famous Basque Txuleta: Best Steak in San Sebastian
One of the cornerstones of Basque cuisine is the famous txuleta. We gathered up a list of the best places to try this famous local T-bone steak in San Sebastian. When traveling in Spain, many foodies have the world-famous Iberian ham and pork at the top of their list, and in the north of Spain […]
Dive Into a Shell Paradise: San Sebastian’s Top 7 Seafood Bites
Spain’s “Northern Pearl” hasn’t forgotten about its fishing-port origins, and neither have our taste buds! The cold Cantabrian Sea doesn’t just wash the shores of Playa de la Concha—it also provides the best seafood for the restaurants in San Sebastian. Trust us for a finger-licking experience and get ready for an unforgettable “port-to-table” moment. No […]
Behind Closed Doors: A Deep Dive into Basque Gastronomic Societies
At the heart of the Basque Country’s famous cuisine beat the many gastronomic societies—the mysterious birthplaces for many typical Basque dishes. Eating well and the importance of food have been an inseparable part of Basque identity for as long as we can remember. There are many secrets, traditions and rituals related to the gastronomy here, […]
5 Things to Do on Easter in San Sebastian to Celebrate Spring Like a Local
The Basque Country is at its best during Easter: spring is in full swing, nature is starting to bloom, and the city wakes up into glory after the chilly winter. And make sure to pack your swimsuit—sometimes we even have the first beach days in April! Springtime is also one big celebration of gastronomy; it’s […]
What Are the Typical Basque Christmas Foods? An Authentic Basque Country Menu
Typical Basque Christmas foods are just as delicious (and extensive!) as you can imagine. For Basques, food always comes first, and the winter holidays are no exception. Spanish cuisine, famous for its amazing flavors, takes on even higher levels of deliciousness at Christmastime, if that’s even possible. But not all regions in Spain celebrate the […]
Top Cooking Classes in San Sebastian: Traditional Food and More
The best way to immerse yourself in the culture of a new place is to dive right in. When food’s a part of the equation, it’s even better. That’s why we highly recommend cooking classes in San Sebastian (and any corner of the world that you’re visiting). Whether you’re looking to learn about pintxos (the […]
Where to Eat in San Sebastian’s Centro Neighborhood
It’s no secret that San Sebastian is a foodie paradise if there ever was one. Whether you’re splurging at one of the myriad Michelin restaurants in San Sebastian or rubbing elbows with the locals at your neighborhood pintxos bar, this is a city meant to be experienced through taste. And no neighborhood embodies the essence […]
Behind the Bite: Tolosa Beans
This post is part of our Behind the Bite series: deep dives into the dishes that we can’t stop thinking about. Believe it or not, there are over 40,000 varieties of beans in the world. We have fava beans, kidney beans, navy beans, pinto beans, black-eyed peas, cannellini beans, lima beans, and finally: black beans from […]