Edible souvenirs
Gastronomy 16/04/2025
When it comes to choosing a good souvenir, what better than one you can taste? Instead of the typical magnets or T-shirts, we suggest taking home a piece of Spain... and it's delicious too! Here's a selection of the best edible souvenirs you can find during your visit, from traditional Spanish products to typical culinary gems from Catalonia and Barcelona.
Typical Spanish: classics that never fail
There are products synonymous with Spain. Ideal for gifts or a gourmet treat, these flavors represent the best of Spanish culinary tradition:
Ham and other cured meats: Iberian ham is one of the most representative products of Spanish cuisine. Pair it with chorizo, salchichón, or Iberian loin—ideal for tasting or as a gift.
Wine, accompanied by a bota or porrón: Spanish wines, especially reds from La Rioja or whites from Rueda, are perfect for lovers of good drinking. You can also find traditional bota or porrón, an ideal container for sharing wine in a traditional way.
Olive oil: Spain is one of the largest producers of olive oil, known as Spain's liquid gold. Bringing home a bottle of quality extra virgin olive oil can be a great gift: choose a nice bottle and you'll have the perfect souvenir.
Typical sweets: Spanish sweets like turrones, polvorones, and marzipan are a delicious way to take a piece of Spain home with you.
Typical of Catalonia: tradition and flavor in every corner
Catalonia has a rich culinary heritage, reflected in its local products. Here are a few you can't miss:
Agramunt Turrón: In Catalonia, turrón is a very traditional sweet, especially during the Christmas holidays. Agramunt turrón, made by Turrones Vicens, is famous for its unique flavor and quality.
Sausages: Longaniza, fuet, and secallona are the most characteristic sausages of the Catalan region, ideal to enjoy at any time of day.
Cheeses: Mato de Montserrat is a fresh cheese from the region that is especially enjoyed with artisanal honey. It's a delicious and unique delicacy.
Olive oil: The Les Garrigues and Siurana regions produce exceptional extra virgin olive oils that you can take home to add a touch of authentic flavor to your dishes.
Wines and cavas: If you're a wine and cava lover, you can't miss the wines and cavas from the Priorat and Penedés designations of origin, two of the most prestigious regions in Catalonia.
Anxoves: L'Escala anchovies are another typical gift from the Catalan coast, with an intense flavor that conquers the most demanding.
Typical from Barcelona: the most local and full of flavor
If you're looking for something more local and directly connected to the city of Barcelona, these typical products are the perfect souvenir:
Hot Chocolate and Soft Sponge Cakes from Granja Viader: In Barcelona, the tradition of hot chocolate is very special. La Granja Viader, creators of the famous Cacaolat, offers this delicious hot chocolate blend served with soft sponge cakes, perfect for dipping.
Casa Amatller Chocolates: Casa Amatller, one of Barcelona's most iconic chocolate shops, offers a wide variety of artisan chocolates. These high-quality chocolates are an ideal gift or to enjoy after returning home.
Craft Beer: If you're a beer fan, you can choose from several craft options from La Barcelona Beer Company, such as "Cerdos Voladores," or if you prefer a more well-known brand, La Moritz, a local beer with a story to tell.
Espinaler: The famous Espinaler aperitif sauce, ideal for seasoning preserves, paired with a bottle of vermouth, is a delicious souvenir that captures the essence of social gatherings in Barcelona. Pure Barcelona flavor!
These products are a delicious way to bring the flavors of Spain, and especially Barcelona, home with you. Whether you enjoy them at home or share them with friends and family, these edible souvenirs will make your visit to the city linger on your palate. Don't forget to try them and take home a little piece of Catalan and Spanish culinary tradition!
Ready to fill your suitcase with flavor?
Typical Spanish: classics that never fail
There are products synonymous with Spain. Ideal for gifts or a gourmet treat, these flavors represent the best of Spanish culinary tradition:
Ham and other cured meats: Iberian ham is one of the most representative products of Spanish cuisine. Pair it with chorizo, salchichón, or Iberian loin—ideal for tasting or as a gift.
Wine, accompanied by a bota or porrón: Spanish wines, especially reds from La Rioja or whites from Rueda, are perfect for lovers of good drinking. You can also find traditional bota or porrón, an ideal container for sharing wine in a traditional way.
Olive oil: Spain is one of the largest producers of olive oil, known as Spain's liquid gold. Bringing home a bottle of quality extra virgin olive oil can be a great gift: choose a nice bottle and you'll have the perfect souvenir.
Typical sweets: Spanish sweets like turrones, polvorones, and marzipan are a delicious way to take a piece of Spain home with you.
Typical of Catalonia: tradition and flavor in every corner
Catalonia has a rich culinary heritage, reflected in its local products. Here are a few you can't miss:
Agramunt Turrón: In Catalonia, turrón is a very traditional sweet, especially during the Christmas holidays. Agramunt turrón, made by Turrones Vicens, is famous for its unique flavor and quality.
Sausages: Longaniza, fuet, and secallona are the most characteristic sausages of the Catalan region, ideal to enjoy at any time of day.
Cheeses: Mato de Montserrat is a fresh cheese from the region that is especially enjoyed with artisanal honey. It's a delicious and unique delicacy.
Olive oil: The Les Garrigues and Siurana regions produce exceptional extra virgin olive oils that you can take home to add a touch of authentic flavor to your dishes.
Wines and cavas: If you're a wine and cava lover, you can't miss the wines and cavas from the Priorat and Penedés designations of origin, two of the most prestigious regions in Catalonia.
Anxoves: L'Escala anchovies are another typical gift from the Catalan coast, with an intense flavor that conquers the most demanding.
Typical from Barcelona: the most local and full of flavor
If you're looking for something more local and directly connected to the city of Barcelona, these typical products are the perfect souvenir:
Hot Chocolate and Soft Sponge Cakes from Granja Viader: In Barcelona, the tradition of hot chocolate is very special. La Granja Viader, creators of the famous Cacaolat, offers this delicious hot chocolate blend served with soft sponge cakes, perfect for dipping.
Casa Amatller Chocolates: Casa Amatller, one of Barcelona's most iconic chocolate shops, offers a wide variety of artisan chocolates. These high-quality chocolates are an ideal gift or to enjoy after returning home.
Craft Beer: If you're a beer fan, you can choose from several craft options from La Barcelona Beer Company, such as "Cerdos Voladores," or if you prefer a more well-known brand, La Moritz, a local beer with a story to tell.
Espinaler: The famous Espinaler aperitif sauce, ideal for seasoning preserves, paired with a bottle of vermouth, is a delicious souvenir that captures the essence of social gatherings in Barcelona. Pure Barcelona flavor!
These products are a delicious way to bring the flavors of Spain, and especially Barcelona, home with you. Whether you enjoy them at home or share them with friends and family, these edible souvenirs will make your visit to the city linger on your palate. Don't forget to try them and take home a little piece of Catalan and Spanish culinary tradition!
Ready to fill your suitcase with flavor?
