If you are the type of person that enjoys the unique preparations of aesthetically balanced meals and rich courses, you will be pleased to hear that Barcelona’s gourmet shops will not disappoint. Dwell on the smell and taste of Barcelona’s rich sweet chocolate. Or dance within the best gourmet wine cellars in this irresistible city.
If you are a #foodie at heart and reside in Barcelona, below you will find the best gourmet food shops in the city.
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If you have a sweet tooth
Be Chocolat
Be Chocolate dwells in the charming streets of the Barrio Gótico. This chocolate oasis offers 60 varieties of chocolate made by the master chocolatier, Michel Clement. Discover his delightful chocolate creations.
Señor Brown
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Señor brown is the mad scientist of the chocolate world. This gourmet shop has created new processes and creative techniques to use liquid chocolate. Chocolate is their blank canvas and their delicate desserts are a work of art.
Florentine Cupcakes & Cookies
Florentine Cupcakes & Cookies is charming gourmet cupcake and cookie shop that is located in the neighborhood of Born. They keep things interesting by introducing new flavors every weekend and allowing you to taste test their products. They also offer catering services for businesses, weddings, and other events.
A cup of wine a day keeps the doctor away
Vila Viniteca
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Vila Viniteca is a family owned business that was Founded in 1932. Today it is run by the third generation and has more than 200 cellars around the world. You can enjoy a cup of wine at the local store located in the neighborhood of Born. Vila Viniteca also prides itself in promoting wine culture by providing and participating in wine clubs, international courses, and other events that bring together the most devoted of wine enthusiasts.
Vinoteca Torres
Vinoteca Torres brings together both gastronomy and wine lovers. Their menu offers traditional culinary values while also providing contemporary, creative presentations that do not overshadow the main course— wine. Ah, the simple pleasures of life.
Vine Roel
Vine Roel is an Italian-Catalan fused restaurant located in the neighborhood of Eixample. This chic and contemporary restaurant offers traditional Catalan recipes alongside 400 combinations of wine. It is perfect for your next lunch meeting or group event.
Family Beer (Beer Lovers)
Though many breweries have begun to pop-up in Barcelona, Family Beer offers an original experience. They are Barcelona’s first 100% DIY beer brewer’s supply shop. They teach you how to make beer, and then sell the material so that you can make your own beer from the comfort of your own home. Simply amazing.
Feeling Cuban Buy a Cigar in Barcelona
L’Estanc Laietana (No website)
This cigar bar gives off an old Havana feel. Founded in 1927, today it offers more than 250 different references coming from Cuba and all around the world. It is located on Via Laietana, 4 and has an amazing hidden basement you must see.
Gimeno
Founded in 1920 by Don Juan. Today, Gimeno is one of the top cigar shops in Barcelona. Located in front of La Boqueria, on Ramblas, it’s beautiful cupboard floors welcome you in. They have various lines of cigars imported into Spain by Altadis.
For those who always order meat-lovers
Can Ravell
Founded in 1929 by Ignasi Ravell, this restaurant is a monument in Barcelona History. For more than 50 years they have ceased to amaze the people and tourists in Barcelona, with their seasonally fresh market cuisine. Enjoy a meal from their menú del día, a glass of wine from the beautiful wine chart, or some marvelous desserts.
Poncelet Cheese Bar
In 2014, Poncelet Cheese Bar welcomes a variety of 150 Spanish cheeses, and 200 European cheeses in the neighborhood of Les Corts. This innovative bar offers a relaxing atmosphere where you can enjoy the many forms of cheese.
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