Gastronomy

The chestnut stalls that fill the streets of Catalonia are typical during the festivities of this time / Photo: FrancescoPaggiaro via Pexels
The Castanyada and Halloween are two traditions that coexist on the eve of All Saints. Find out what plans the city has been cooking for this festive season and how to arrive there. Hola Barcelona takes you !
With autumn, traditional products and spices come and with them you can cook delicious recipes  / Photo: Azerbaijan_Stockers via Freepik
On September 23rd we welcomed autumn season and, with that, it's time for higher temperatures to leave and some other products to arrive, more suitable to the cooler temperatures. Discover which are the traditional products that can't be missed during this time of the year and some recipes to cook them!
The good weather in Barcelona allows people to enjoy a good aperitif on Sundays / Photo: SplitShire via Pexels
Barcelona is a city with a great diversity of traditions. One of them, and of great relevance, is vermouth: a drink known internationally but with a special tradition in the city. Discover its history and the best areas to enjoy it, Hola Barcelona takes you !
La Boqueria Market is one of the favorite markets for tourists
The markets are a reflection of the evolution of the time and society. Discover the five best known with Hola Barcelona !
The Barceloneta area stands out for having the perfect combination: beach, restaurants and leisure
Discover the best areas of Barcelona with the best atmosphere to enjoy the summer temperaturas and the nice weather, Hola Barcelona takes you !
Their Majesties kicking off the Barcelona Carnival / Photo: Ajuntament de Barcelona
Once again, the craziest celebration is here. After an edition marked by the Covid-19 pandemic, this year, Their Majesties will be back on the streets with an Arribo created by the Comediants theatrical company. The festival starts on Maundy Thursday, 24 February, with around thirty activities, and ends on Ash Wednesday, 2 March, with the Burial of the Sardine.
Montjuïc Cable Car and Barcelona sky
Spring is already here, and in addition to enjoying the flowering of the city's flowers and trees , we also have a few days off for Easter, a perfect time to rediscover Barcelona. We suggest you see the city from a bird's eye view with the Montjuïc Cable Car , which is offering discounted tickets to celebrate the explosion of colours of this season.
Sunset on the seafront of Barcelona
Whether it’s your first time in Barcelona with your partner or you live in the city and are planning a romantic surprise for them, here are some ideas to make your plan a guaranteed success. Walks through hidden corners of the city, the most emblematic florists and pastry shops to get just the right gift, and restaurants where you can spend a pleasant time enjoying the best gastronomy, are some of the plans we suggest.