7Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona is a feast for the senses, combining Catalan tradition with avant-garde cooking. The city’s tapas bars are legendary, offering patatas bravas, bombas, and jamón ibérico. Seafood is also central—don’t miss suquet de peix, a Catalan fish stew. 

La Boqueria market is a vibrant hub where stalls overflow with fresh produce, cheeses, and cured meats. Barcelona is also home to cutting-edge gastronomy, with chefs like Ferran Adrià influencing modern culinary movements worldwide. Between rustic bodegas and chic Michelin-starred restaurants, Barcelona offers endless variety.