Spanish food

Forbes’ 2025 ranking of the world’s 50 best wineries puts Spain firmly on the global map, with two bodegas landing top‑10 spots. Spain’s top performers in 2025Marqués de Murrieta, Logroño (La Rioja)Things to do in LogroñoGonzález Byass, Jerez de la Frontera (Cádiz)Things to do in Jerez de la Fr

Christmas in Spain is a long, food‑centred season running from Nochebuena through Christmas Day to Reyes. Families linger over traditional Christmas food in Spain with long lunches and generous starters, roasts and shellfish.

The Bernabéu Market, situated within the renovated Real Madrid stadium, opened its doors in November. Spread across a 3,000-square-metre space beneath Gate 45, it will host around 25 outlets, including restaurants, cocktail bars and speciality gourmet shops, establishing itself as a new culinary and cultural hub in the heart of the capital.

Spain’s next food spotlight is set: Jerez de la Frontera will carry the Capital of Gastronomy title through 2026, with the handover from Alicante scheduled in January.What the title means and key datesThe Capital of Gastronomy is an annual recognition awarded since 2012 to a Spanish city that stands

The chestnut festivals in Spain tend to come alive from the last two weeks of October through All Saints’ Day on 1st November.

Late October in Spain smells of roasting castañas and warm sugar. Bakery windows fill with inviting treats, while street braziers serve hot boniatos and cups of thick chocolate.

What is the best Spanish cheese? Spain is home to a wide variety of cheeses, each with its own flavour, history and region of origin.

Food is practically a way of life in Spain, with a culinary heritage that goes back centuries. The country's gastronomy is incredibly varied, and you'll find that so much of the local culture is best understood through what's cooking in the kitchen.

Visitors to the Balearic Islands don't only love their idyllic landscapes and crystal-clear beaches but also their rich, time-honoured cuisine that reflects centuries of history, cultural fusion and a deep respect for local ingredients.Rooted in ancient traditions and shaped by Arab and Catalan infl

If you live in Spain — or are planning a move — you’re in luck: you’re in one of the ice cream capitals of Europe.

Located on the coast of the Bay of Biscay, in Spain's Basque Country, San Sebastián—or Donostia, as it's known in Basque—is a city that effortlessly combines Belle Époque elegance with its status as a world-class foodie playground.

Starbucks, the coffee retailer and roaster operated by Alsea in Spain since 2018, is set to open its first flagship store in the country at the end of the summer, located within the Santiago Bernabéu stadium.This launch marks the brand’s most ambitious venture in Spain to date, involving a significa

Andalusia, a region steeped in history and culture, is also a premier culinary destination.

Andalusia is a region renowned for its exquisite gastronomy and, notably, its rich winemaking heritage. Its diverse array of wines has garnered international recognition, making wine a cornerstone of the region’s culinary culture.

Andalusia, a region steeped in history and culture, is equally celebrated for its diverse and vibrant cuisine.

The autonomous community of Andalusia is renowned for its rich culinary tradition, which combines Moorish, Jewish and Christian influences, creating a unique and flavourful cuisine.

Olive oil is an essential part of Spanish cuisine and culture. Spain is the world's leading producer of olive oil, accounting for around one-third of global production, and the country has a long history of olive cultivation and oil production, dating back to ancient times.

Catalonia, a region renowned for its rich cultural heritage and diverse landscapes, is equally celebrated for its longstanding winemaking tradition.

Semana Santa is upon us again, and the Easter holidays are one of the most important festivals in Spain, celebrated this year from 13th-20th April 2025.

Catalonia, a region celebrated for its rich cultural and culinary heritage, also boasts a longstanding cheesemaking tradition that spans centuries.

Spaniards love to eat, and anyone who has ever spent some time in Spain, either on holiday or living in the country, will know that socialising around the table with Spanish cuisine is a big part of life.

Spain is a country that takes great pride in its traditional Christmas food, with a wide range of sweet treats and delicious meals enjoyed throughout the festive period.

For yet another year, the Tripadvisor portal presents its ranking of the best destinations worldwide for travellers eager to indulge in local culinary traditions while exploring more than just the typical tourist attractions.

There are many reasons to visit a new city, but local cuisine is increasingly crucial. Whether it’s authentic street food, culinary innovation, Michelin stars, classic dishes, or regional specialities, these cities are renowned for their culinary excellence.

Madrid's skyline has been in the making for centuries that provides it with that photograph so identifying of a great city, and from no better vantage point than the terraces of some of its restaurants to see how the capital is outlined on the horizon. We climbed up to seven of the highest dining rooms and terraces in the city to enjoy a 360º experience.