Cider Houses have a long standing history in the Basque Country. The presence of Siderías (“Sagardotegi” in Basque) or Basque Cider Houses dates back to the 11th century. Originally they were places where locals would typically go to buy cider and food. However, over time they converted into places of social gatherings and restaurants. Today, … Read more
Whilst pizza may not be the typical food San Sebastian is famous for, let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a slice of the cheesy stuff! You might be looking for a break from all the pintxos and traditional Basque dishes. Or fancy a night in your Airbnb? Well, pizza is also a great shout in … Read more
Without a doubt, San Sebastian is a foodie’s heaven! The city has a worldwide fame for the quality of food. From the Michelin Star restaurants, to the siderias (cider houses) and the pintxo culture, there’s a lot to be admired on a trip to San Sebastian. However, it’s fair to say that the Basque Country … Read more
San Sebastian is without doubt the food capital of Europe. It’s a foodie’s heaven with everything from a unique pintxo culture, some of the freshest seafood around, famous sideria (cider house) menus, fresh food markets and not to mention the 19 Michelin stars in the city! But with all these options, it can become quite … Read more
Txakoli wine, pronounced (chah-kuh-lee), is fast becoming one of the Basque Country’s greatest ambassadors for the region’s excellence in food and drink. However, it wasn’t always like that. Not so long ago, the local wine was considered acidic, boring and even tasteless. But the wine has seen a growth in popularity thanks to its presence … Read more
San Sebastian is undoubtedly the capital of Europe when it comes to food! It’s a foodie’s heaven with a unique pintxo culture, some of the freshest seafood around and the famous siderias (cider houses). Famously, there are also 19 Michelin stars within a 25km radius of the city. There’s no place in Europe with a … Read more
San Sebastian is a foodies paradise. Famous for its pintxo bars, the city has gained a reputation as one of the best places to eat on the planet. But with so many restaurants, pintxo bars, siderias and cafes to choose from, knowing where you want to go on your trip to Donostia is impossible. So … Read more
You best be hungry when you come to San Sebastian. It’s a foodie’s heaven! From pintxo bars, to fresh seafood, siderias (cider houses) and home to some of the best chefs in the world, Donostia has been recognised as one of the best cities in the world for food. But what sets San Sebastian apart … Read more
Chistorra or Txistorra in Basque (pronounced chees-toh-rrah in both cases), is a cured sausage originating from Aragon, Navara and the Basque Country. The minced pork meat is seasoned with salt, garlic and paprika which gives it a recognisable dark red colour before and after cooking. It’s a popular snack in the North of Spain, usually … Read more
Alongside the beaches, the surf, city centre architecture and cultural events, one of the things San Sebastian is most famous for is the food! And in particular the pintxos. Pintxos were born in the Basque Country. They are a small, appetiser sized portion of food that are usually served at bars. They differ from the … Read more
