Barcelona is a breathtaking city with a lot to offer, but if you’re a true food lover at heart – specialties of its local cuisine probably top the list. Here’s a couple of local foods that will tantalize your taste buds during your visit to the Catalan capital.
Bombas
Tapas are a must-have dish in Barcelona, and if you’re struggling with making the right pick, you can’t go wrong with Bombas. This snack is made out of meat and mashed potatoes and is pretty similar to croquettes.
Paella
This rice and seafood dish is probably already on your list, and even though it originates from Valencia, it’s popular everywhere in Spain – including Barcelona.
Tomato Bread
Catalan tomato bread, known by the name pa amb tomàquet, is an extremely popular side dish that features ripe tomato rubbed on a slice of bread with olive oil added to the mix.
Calçots
Catalan grilled sweet onions are all the rage at local markets, and they’re usually served with traditional romesco sauce, blended and cooked with hazelnuts, almonds, and red peppers.
