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Returned to Restaurant Margarit in Poble-sec for a

Returned to Restaurant Margarit in Poble-sec for a second visit — and it was just as good, if not better.
Greek-rooted, Barcelona-based cooking that’s thoughtful, balanced, and quietly confident.

I wrote about my first visit on the blog, and this follow-up felt like a confirmation rather than a comparison.
The orzo with prawns is as rich and flavourful as I remembered.
The berenjena with yogurt and pistachio still stands out for its contrast and texture.
The flor de calabacín is delicate and well-judged.
And the tulumba — light syrup, pistachio, and saffron cream — ends things beautifully. As a non-dessert dessert person Margarit is turning out to know exactly how to balance a sweet ending.

Reliable, elegant cooking in a calm and inviting space.

#foodieinbarcelona #poblesec #barcelonarestaurants #greekinspired #tulumba #orzo #barcelonafoodie #seasonaleating #openkitchen

Some places feel like they’ve been frozen in tim

Some places feel like they’ve been frozen in time—in the best way possible. 🪑🍽️

At Cal Pau Xich, it’s marble tabletops, bentwood chairs, Estrella bottles next to vintage motorbikes, and mirrors that whisper stories of another era.

The food? Honest and generous. Creamy mushroom lasagna. Chargrilled lamb chops with padron peppers. A silky flan with a dollop of cream that tastes like someone’s abuela still works the kitchen.

A proper Catalan gem that doesn’t fuss, just feeds you well.

📍Avinguda de Catalunya, BV-2127
🕰️ Come for lunch, stay for nostalgia
🍮 Don’t skip dessert

#CalPauXich #CatalunyaFood #HiddenGemsCatalonia #FoodieInBarcelona #FoodThatFeelsLikeHome #FlanForever #RetroBarLove #WhereLocalsEat

Hola Coffee, Madrid ☕️ 📍Calle del Dr. Fourq

Hola Coffee, Madrid ☕️
📍Calle del Dr. Fourquet, 33
Minimalist, confident, and just the right kind of cool. The kind of place where the coffee’s excellent, the croissants are glossy, and yes — they serve an iced coffee with olive oil.
@holacoffee

Design-led, barista-driven, and packed to the rafters with oat milk. A must if you like your coffee with a bit of bite and a lot of style.

#HolaCoffee #MadridCoffeeScene #FoodieInBarcelona #IcedCoffeeWithOliveOil #BaristaMood #SpecialtyCoffeeMadrid #MinimalistCafeVibes

When the meze arrives at Ali Ocakbaşı, it’s no

When the meze arrives at Ali Ocakbaşı, it’s not a starter—it’s a ceremony. Smoky aubergine, creamy yogurt, grilled meats kissed by fire, and the crispiest künefe in Barcelona.

This isn’t just dinner. It’s a full-on Anatolian experience 🇹🇷✨

📍Ali Ocakbaşı, Enric Granados 69
🍴Full review on foodieinbarcelona.com

#AliOcakbasi #BarcelonaFoodie #TurkishFoodBarcelona #MezeMoments #BarcelonaRestaurants #AnatolianCuisine #FoodieInBarcelona #GrilledPerfection #KünefeDreams #WhereToEatInBarcelona #MediterraneanFlavours #EnricGranadosEats #VisitBarcelona #MiddleEasternEats

✨ A magical evening in celebration of Elysian Ta

✨ A magical evening in celebration of Elysian Tales by the ever-inspiring Marwa.
From gilded bites to golden hour laughs, every detail felt like a page from a dream.
Here’s to stories told through flavor, elegance, and friendship. #ElysianTales
#MarwaLaunch
#GastronomicElegance
#ChicBites
#PlatedPoetry
#CulinaryStorytelling
#NotYourAverageParty
#FoodieEscapes
#DecadentDetails
#HostessGoals
#BitesAndBubbles
#EpicureanEvening

@casajuliomadrid : a crimson-clad portal to proper

@casajuliomadrid : a crimson-clad portal to proper old-school Madrid.
Tomato salad dripping in oil, oversized croquetas, garlicky chistorra with golden potatoes, a cold caña, and just enough chaos behind the bar to feel alive.
No fusion. No foam. Just flavor.
💃🏼🍅🍻 #MadridSinFiltros #FoodieInMadrid #casajulio

✨ Own Your Pleasure ✨ A feast for the senses c

✨ Own Your Pleasure ✨
A feast for the senses curated by Erika Lust at @la_culturehouse – where art, desire, and food meet in bold, provocative beauty. From the strawberry and elderflower bites to the unapologetically decadent “Vagina Cake” by @dontpanikitsveganik, every detail was a celebration of taste, form, and freedom.

#OwnYourPleasure #ErikaLust #FoodArt #BarcelonaEvents #SensualDining #FoodieInBarcelona
#CulinaryArt

📍Batea Barcelona — Gran Via, 605 Michelin 202

📍Batea Barcelona — Gran Via, 605
Michelin 2025 recommended and absolutely deserved.

Between the Betanzos tortilla drowning in prawn head jus and the delicately plated ceviche, Batea balances tradition with a polished, confident creativity. It’s seafood-forward but far from predictable.

Highlights:
🦐 Tortilla with prawns
🥒 Flawless ceviche
🥖 Bread + algae butter = don’t skip it
🌿 Falafel of algae & bluefin tuna (!)

Their design nods to the nostalgic brasseries of old, but this is very much Barcelona now. Grab a table. Order generously.

#foodieinbarcelona #batea #barcelonafood #michelinbarcelona #barcelonaeats #bcnfoodie #tortillabetanzos #barcelonarestaurants #seafoodlover #plateselector

@unikobarcelona is one I have on rotation. If I am

@unikobarcelona is one I have on rotation. If I am not here, I’m at one of the @101_dim_sum locations.

#chinesefoodlover #foodieinbarcelona #foodbcn #bcnfood #bcnfoodies #bcngourmet #bcnrestaurants

Contracorrent Bistró has a new (ish) spot in Grà

Contracorrent Bistró has a new (ish) spot in Gràcia. A melding of Catalan and Italian flavours and a focus on ingredients. As highlighted by the row of vines from the family estate that are suspended from the ceiling.
The choice is between two tasting menus. Of course my friend and I selected the largest one!
A flurry of small plates and bowls ensued. Just the way I like it, lots of variety but I didn’t have to waddle out of there.
The warm and knowledgeable service was the cherry on top.
@contracorrentbar
📍 Carrer de Sant Domènec, 14
08012 Barcelona

#foodieinbarcelona #foodinbcn #bcnfood #bcnfoodies #bcngourmet #bcnrestaurants #bcndelicatessen #bcnfoodieguide #gracia #gràcia

I smell summer. A gritty cup of cold horchata with

I smell summer. A gritty cup of cold horchata with retro fittings is it these days. Bonus points for the sugar free option.

#foodieinbarcelona #horchata #sirvent #sirventbarcelona #bcn #bcninspira

I feel like the one coffee shop per block thing ha

I feel like the one coffee shop per block thing has been done ad nauseam - instead I would like to petition for one cheese shop per block. Found this darling one on the corner from one of my favourite restaurants.
What about you? Do you think we have reached peak coffee shop saturation in the city?

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