As Barcelona has become
such a multicultural metropolis, nowadays you’ll be
sure to find all sorts of eating options here. There is an
ever-increasing range of international cuisine which includes
Indian, Pakistani, Japanese, Middle Eastern, Chinese and Thai
cuisine, as well as Latin American and Italian food. Even
so, this trend is catching on quite slowly and one’s
best bet is to try out the experienced local cuisine.
Catalonian cuisine undoubtedly produces some of Spain’s
finest cooking. With a port on the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona
naturally has access to the freshest seafood and fish. This
together with other fresh Spanish produce such as fruits and
vegetables, guarantee savoury and delicious dishes. Not only
is the fish excellent here, but meat dishes are definitely
worth a try. A normal meal here consists of a solid meat or
fish dish, accompanied by plenty of fresh vegetables and salad.
An absolute must in these hearty meals is the all important
olive oil, as well as garlic to season.
Barcelona has made a name for itself when it comes to food
and is on the cutting edge of modern cuisine: in 2002 a Gallic
food guide, Le Guide des Gourmands, voted Barcelona
Europe's eating capital.
