Spanish Wine by Region and Type Infographics
A GLIMPSE AT THE SPANISH WINE INDUSTRY “The increasing sophistication of Spanish consumers was the major factor impacting the wine industry in Spain during 2015, with the use of new technologies boosting their knowledge of the subject. Customers tended to be more interested in the quality and the origin of the wine than they were…
Amazing Catalan Wines to watch for in 2017
“La Guia de vins de Catalunya” (Catalonia Wine Guide), released last month in Barcelona, presents the result of 1381 blind tastings from 282 Catalan wineries. Created in 2008 by Jordi Alcover and Silvia Naranjo, this year’s edition was showcased at the Teatre Liceu of Barcelona, a renowned scene in Catalan culture. The following prizes were awarded during the gala:…
Foodies like you & me – Lucy Earnshaw, fashion, beauty and food blogger
Lucy is an British fashion and beauty blogger who also happens to love food and write about it! Lucy did the Tapas Lover Tour and posted an article on her beauty and food blog Lucy Loves. As she describes herself, she’s a Job Operations Manager by day, Blogger by night. *** In your opinion, what do…
Foodies like you & me – Anne Elder, talented food and travel blogger
www.hardlysnarky.com. *** In your opinion, what do all ‘foodies’ have in common? I think there is a deep sense of connection for people who love food, particularly those who cook and/or eat regional specialties or grew up with them from a young age. Inside communities, food helps bond people together, and it can also serve…
The Art of Catalan “Cava” and the difference to French “Champagne”
A lot of our customers ask us during the Food Lover tours about Cava and the difference between Cava and Champagne. In this article, you will find specific explanations about it and additionally our recommendations for Cava Bars in Barcelona. So what are the differences between these two popular Sparklers? The real “Champagne” can only…
THE BEST PLACES TO BUY JAMÓN IBÉRICO IN BARCELONA
Many of you have asked us where to buy one of Spain’s best-known culinary treasures: jamón ibérico. You can find this delicious ham in endless specialized gourmet shops all around Barcelona, in supermarkets, as well as at the famous old food markets of the city. However, we recommend you look for places where you can…
5 DELICIOUS SEAFOOD TAPAS RECIPES
Do you crave fresh and delicious seafood but feel daunted by the kitchen and don’t want to be overcharged at a seafood restaurant? The give these simple seafood tapas recipes a try! These 7 delicious seafood recipes will satisfy your stomach and prove that cooking seafood at home isn’t so hard. We hope you enjoy…
5 Food Trends for 2016 by Food Lover Tour
1. All goes small – Tapas Style stays trendy “Less is more”. Sharing small portions with authentic and strong flavours will also be an important Trend for 2016. Menus are getting shorter, dining rooms are getting smaller and Restaurants focus more and more on what the customers search for. An unforgettable experience of special tastes…
Have you heard about the famous Catalan “Calçotada”?
About Calçotada Wintertime has come and Catalonia celebrates the harvest of Calçot in this time of the year with the annual calçotada, which represents one of the most popular and unique traditional dishes. The most famous calçotada celebration is held in Valls the last week of January. What are Calcots? Calçot is a type of…