As you wander through the city, you’ll realise that there are a lot of bars in San Sebastian. A place that’s famous for its food culture, Donostiarras (people from San Sebastian) demand plenty of options for going for a drink and a bite to eat. The reality is that you can’t go wrong with most … Read more
You may think it’s all Sangria and Paella in Spain. But you’d be wrong! Each province in Spain usually has a reputation for a certain type of food, dish or drink. And the Basque Country is no different. The Pais Vasco (in particular San Sebastian) is known for its culinary excellence. But it doesn’t stop … 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
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
