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   The weight of history in Spain It is impossible to ignore the evidence of Roman aqueducts, the splendor of Arab architecture in the south, the massive architectural testaments to the imperial centuries when Spain ruled Europe and the New World, or the incomparable richness of the art displayed in the country’s world-class museums... |
Barcelona,Spain. Eating out The Spanish food: expect much olive oil, garlic and fish as the main ingredients of your dish. Furthermore, pasta dishes are more popular here than elsewhere in Spain. It goes without saying that nomatter what dish you're opting for, it can be combined perfectly with one of many fabulously tasty Spanishwines. Generally you can ask for the open red or white wine or the 'vino de la casa'. The average quality ofthose is pretty good!In general, the restaurants in Barcelona open around 8 or 8.30pm and stay open until midnight. Eating outstarts very late: not seldom people go out for dinner at 9.30-10 pm. Cheap restaurants offer tasty homecooked food and often excellent tapas. For the latter, go to 'Pinocho' near the Boqueria market. Omelette-lovers go to 'Flash-Flash', where they serve a hundred different omelettes and also the famous Barcelonian special, the potatoe-tortilla (tortilla de papas). For a traditional Catalan meal (mainly fish and other fresh ingredients from the market) try a moderately priced restaurant such as 'L'Olive'. Make your reservations at 'Can Ros' for a tastful paella or 'arroz negro'.If you want to have a very exclusive meal, go to Via Veneto. This restaurant has won several prizes for its exquisite and innovative Catalan dishes and is therefore worth trying. Another good option is 'Ca l'Isidre' where you might run into some famous artists- even King Juan Carlos of Spain has been here! They servefood based on the freshest ingredients. However, many visitors of 'Elderado Petit' claim that this is the best restaurant of Barcelona. It's a lovely turn-of-the-century building and they serve a menu that follows the availabilty of fresh ingredients from one of the many markets. Spain Incredible Deals - 3 Days, 2 Nights To Palma de Mallorca from Barcelona. Transfer to the airport and departure in regular flight of Spainair to Palma de Mallorca. Includes breakfast & dinner... Book in advance for New Years Eve & Christmas. From 55.000 pesetas! Pullman tours. |
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