Local Products
Discover local food and drink, from olive oil, wine and cheese to seasonal produce made by small producers across the region.
Local Products
Discover local food and drink, from olive oil, wine and cheese to seasonal produce made by small producers across the region.
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Catalan Craft Beers
In recent years the craft beer scene has exploded throughout Spain, Catalunya included, with a growing variety of beer styles to choose from.
Gambas de Palamós:
Palamós Prawns
Gambas de Palamós is a mark of quality and authenticity guaranteeing that only the finest of prawns fished off the Palamós costa are served.
Tapas and Pintxos:
Savoury Spanish Snacks
Before you came to Spain you’d probably already heard of tapas. And maybe pintxos too? So, what exactly are they, and what’s the difference?
Clos d’Agon Winery
in Calonge
Clos d’Agon, Baix Empordà, produces refined D.O. Empordà wines & welcomes visitors for tastings in a beautiful hillside setting.
Cheeses of Spain:
a Selection of the Best
Although not as renowned for cheese as its northern neighbour, Spain has over 100 types of its own, with wide, fascinating regional varieties.
Catalan Cheeses
Local Flavours
From fresh mató to aged mountain cheeses made with cow, sheep, or goat dairy. Get to know the region’s flavours and local producers.
The Xuixo of Girona
A Sweet Local Tradition
A traditional pastry from Girona: crisp fried dough filled with custard and dusted with sugar, closely linked to the city’s bakery heritage.
La Bisbal d’Empordà:
Historic Local Capital
La Bisbal d’Empordà is the capital of El Baix Empordà county and renowned for its artisanal ceramics. There’s plenty of history there, too!
Those Catalans
and their Calçots!
A calçotada is basically a BBQ with lots of calçots and lots of meat. It’s great fun, even if a bit messy. Best not wear your best outfit!
Sea Urchins:
A Spiky Local Delicacy
Sea urchins are a seasonal delicacy traditionally eaten in winter and closely linked to coastal life, fishing traditions, and local gastronomy.
Trencaclosques Eggs:
Free-range from Fonteta
‘Trencaclosques’ is a free-range chicken farm near Forallac run by a Dutch couple who have been living in the Costa Brava region since 2005.
DosKiwis Brewing:
Catalan Craft Beer
DosKiwis Brewing of Rupià in El Baix Empordà is a fine example of the growth of craft brewing in Catalunya as beer tastes continue to change.
Charcutería: the best
Spanish Cured Meats
Cured meat (charcutería) has evolved over centuries to become an integral part of traditional Spanish cuisine and is a true culinary delight.
Turrón: A Spanish
Christmas Treat
Turrón, in its many forms, is a typical traditional Xmas treat all over Spain, but did you know it was originally brought here by the Moors?
Spanish Olives
12 of the Best Varieties
Spain is the world’s biggest producer of olives. In Spanish they’re referred to as either “olivas” or “aceitunas”. So what’s the difference?