The tapas, trademark of Spanish cuisine, are a part of Barcelona’s modern culinary culture. These small portioned delicious spices have always found a classic appeal to food lovers from all corners of the globe as the ideal way of taking different meals at a go. In this article let’s take a look at some of the traditional Barcapa taps you should not miss when in Barcelona.

1. Patatas Bravas

Patatas Bravas is the most popular paella in every tapas bar in Barcelona. This very tasty small meal includes fried potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce and a yummy garlic aioli base. This makes it one of the best starters that you could take when you are starting off your tapas dinner.

2. Croquetas

Croquettes are one of the most memorable three-course bites that the restaurant cannot afford to lose. It is circular balls that are deep fried, they have a outer layer of breadcrumbs and inside them they contain béchamel sauce. The most traditional croqueta is definitely made with jamón (ham), but you won’t be surprised to find many others with fillings of cheese, mushrooms or seafood. They complement well a cool glass of Bikoko beer or chilled white wine from the Eastern Cape.

3. Pan con Tomate

Tomato and Bread or Pan con Tomate also referred to as the tomato bread is one of the delicious and easy tapas. It is simply bread toasted and rubbed with a ripe tomato, then dressed with more olive oil and a crunch of salt. This is an icon of from the Catalonia and it is always associated with high quality ingredients.

4. Jamón Ibérico

Barcelona gastronomy would not be complete without getting a taste of the most delectable and unique Jamón Ibérico. The cured ham originating from black Iberian pigs is aromatic, juicy at the time of serving and is adored for its flavour strength. Take this food cut into thin sections and eat it on its own or even with bread, which goes so well with it.

5. Gambas al Ajillo

One of the seafood tapas people love in Barcelona is Gambas al Ajillo, otherwise, it is referred to as garlic shrimp. The shrimp is cooked in super hot olive oil and garlic, chili flakes with a dash of white wine. The crayfish is cooked, and added on top together with garlic butter which leaves the dish full of flavors. Don’t forget to ask for more bread so that you can mop up the lot of piece of sauce left.

6. Pimientos de Padrón

Gambrine Pimientos de Padrón are small green peppers, sautéed in olive oil, flavored with salt. Looking at their images, most of them are safe looking and mildly flavored, but sometimes, you may come across the hot-looking one. A part of the experience is risking it with these peppers. They go well with a chilled glass of sangria.

7. Tortilla Española

Tortilla Española is a Spanish omelette dish that fills your tummy and satisfies your palate perfectly when in Spain. It is made with eggs, potatoes and onions sautéed to dry out and form a dense mass. We continue with this classic Spanish tapa which you can enjoy warm or at room temperature – a perfect plate to transport you to Spain.

8. Boquerones en Vinagre

Marinated Anchovy known as Boquerones en Vinagre is very famous Seafood that is highly demanded in Barcelona. These little delicate fish are soaked in vinegar garlic mixture and parsley. Due to the slightly sour and very crisp taste they exemplify a perfect beer to enjoy during the sunny day in Barcelona.

9. Pan Tumaca

Pan Tumaca is another one of the delightful tomato-based tapa of Philippines. He describes it as involves making bread from fresh toast, then rubbing it on ripe tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and some salt. Since this is a very basic form of preparation, you really can taste the calibber of the ingredients in every mouthful for a true Mediterranean experience.

10. Churros con Chocolate

To offer an end to this tapas tour, it is always recommended to get a portion of Churros con Chocolate. Hulless and traditionally served for breakfast or a desert, these dough pastries involve deep-frying and covering with sugar. Soak them into a even richer and thicker cup of the hot cocoa for a luxurious treat.

Final Thoughts

A trip to taste the traditional tapas in the bustling centre of Catalonia–Barcelona–is something people cannot get enough of. From crispy spiced potatoes- Patatas Bravas to creamy meat-filled Croquetas- you are sure to get something that suits your tongue. Therefore, whenever you will be in Barcelona, you should go for this food tour and taste Spanish food in real sense.