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Gastronomic Club Catalogue 2010 «A country’s is its in a pot»

© Agència de Turisme 2010 © de Catalunya 2010

Catalonia is a country with traditions going back more than a thousand years, a land with its own culture and language that enjoys a mild and an unrivalled natural diversity. It is a country built on a wealth of contrasts that make the customs, traditions and people of Catalonia absolutely unique.

To enter Catalan territory is to immerse oneself in an unimaginable sea of possibilities: to discover charming villages; to commune with nature; to discover the country’s architectural heritage, music and deeply rooted traditions; to do business; or, simply, to relax by the sea.

The features that differentiate Catalonia, making our country stand out from the rest, are also evident in the region's culinary culture: sea and mountain; tradition and innovation; and a wealth of quality local products. On the following pages you will find information about and drink in Catalonia as well as the Catalan Tourist Board’s Gastronomic Tourism Club. The members of this club are out- standing chefs and a network of businesses that promote in general by organising cookery classes, brunches, tastings, wine and food routes and a host of other activities guaranteed to both enrich your culture and stimulate all your senses.

To sample Catalonia’s gastronomic delights is such an extraordinary experience that it will leave you speechless. Give it a try!

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Food and drink tourism: something for all tastes 6

Catalan cuisine: traditional fare that both surprises and delights the palate 10

The fruits of the earth. to eat 14

Wine tourism: wine routes 18

Gastronomic Tourism Club Gastronomic Tourism Club: directory of members 24

Food and drink tourism: something for all tastes

Cuisine is , history and culture. To taste and enjoy a country’s culinary products is to explore all its traditions at once. We warmly invite you to enjoy food and drink tourism in Catalonia.

Discovering a country’s food and drink; by Dish” route, established in Empordà browsing its market stalls; purchasing, in honour of another great Cata- tasting and chatting to culinary ex- lan author: Josep Pla. perts, exploring wine routes... all this is food and wine tourism. Catalonia Food fairs boasts a host of gastronomic activities, many of them offered by the country’s Amongst the most outstanding and in- over nineteen food clubs, which bring ternationally acclaimed culinary events together local restaurants and other is the Alimentària Barcelona Food establishments engaged in the culinary Fair, which takes place every two world to enable visitors to discover the years. Drawing over 150,000 visitors, cuisine of each different region first hand. Alimentària has become acknowl- edged as an international benchmark The culinary and catering industries aimed particularly at industry profes- are always coming with ways of sionals. The Catalan capital also hosts enabling visitors to enjoy gastronomic Barcelona Degusta, the first food pleasures, and this innovative approach show in that offers the general has been adopted by a number of res- public a unique opportunity to taste, taurants in Catalonia. A good example purchase and learn all about food, cui- is the so-called “dark dining”, a sensory sine and gastronomy. Another leading food experience that heightens all din- event, particularly for the high stand- ers’ senses except for one: sight. How- ard of participants and its innovative ever, for those who prefer to see and approach, is Gastronomic note down everything, many restau- Forum. The participants at the forum rants and cookery schools also offer include around 200 exhibitors and courses where professional chefs re- some 250 accredited journalists, and veal some of their secrets. Alternatively, activities include talks, live visitors can go on gastronomic-literary demonstrations offered by the world’s journeys, for example by taking the finest chefs, and product tastings. Carvalho Route in Barcelona, which Another essential event is the Sea pays homage to the writer Manuel Forum in , an international Vázquez Montalbán, or the Pla “Dish meeting point for culinary experts.

Flavours of the land in the catalan markets 7 SUGGESTION

Make sure you don’t miss a thing! For years now, Turisme de Catalunya has published its Gastronomic Calendar, provi- ding information on more than 300 food and wine activities and shows that take place all over Catalonia. Download this calendar of events from the Catalan Tourist Board’s devoted food and wine tourism website.

Further information www.gastronomia..com

Delicious dishes for every season of the year

In autumn, mushrooms The four culinary Winter is similarly rich in culinary arrive; in winter, it seasons events, boasting such festivals as the calçotada (calçots are long, sweet is time for calçotades The imagination of restaurateurs and that are grilled over red-hot and xatonades; spring the most deeply-rooted traditions embers) in , steeped in a century- find expression in the culinary shows old tradition; oil festivals and awakens with tasty and popular food festivals that take shows in the Terres de l’Ebre region fruit, and summer place all over Catalonia. It would be and Lleida; xatonades (xató is the tra- difficult to explore this country without ditional local salad, made from esca- explodes with festivals stumbling upon one of the culinary role, and cod salad) on the Costa by the sea. events that are held throughout del Garraf and in the Penedès region; the year and whose primary goal is the unusual Àpats dels Pobres (tra- to delight the senses. ditionally, served to the poor by the feudal lords) featuring dishes; The arrival of autumn brings with it and, early in spring, ranxó most of the country’s casseroles, with white types, and, in turn, mushroom shows and omelettes; as well as and competitions. Examples include countless cod dishes. the Llenega (Knight-cap) Mushroom Fair in Cardona ( county); the many The explosion of spring brings with mushroom festivals in Berguedà county, it the most luscious fruits; strawber- such as the famous mushroom compe- ries from Maresme county, the first tition in Puigventós; and the mushroom to ripen, and cherries, as summer festival in (Ripollès). approaches, plentiful not only in Baix

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Llobregat county, where they dye the portunity to drink wine from the tradi- fields red, but also in Ribera d’Ebre, tional glass pitcher, or porró, which Segrià, Terra Alta, and Em- has a long, narrow spout for drinking pordà. Spring is also a season rich in from and a thick neck for filling the celebrations related to Catalan cui- recipient. Such events also give us the sine. These include the Snail Festival chance to sample some of the finest in Lleida and the fish casserole (su- charcuterie in the different Catalan quet) season in Empordà county. regions. For instance, the llonganissa dry-cured sausage competition in Bel- Sea and Mountain Finally, summer arrives, and villages lver de . Nor should we for- Visitors will enjoy the delights of the sea and towns all over Catalonia begin get the outstanding festivals that take and the gastronomic products. Examples of this combination are the garoinades to celebrate traditional reaping and place by the sea in summer. Holiday- (sea urchin festivals) on the , threshing festivals, such as those makers on the coast can savour deli- the Festa de (mantis shrimp day) in Fuliola (), Avià and Gósol cious suquet (casserole), rice or in Sant Carles de la Ràpita and Cambrils, (Berguedà), Sant Climent de Peralta assorted seafood platters (mariscada) and the king prawns, oysters and mussels eaten in the Delta. Meanwhile, (Baix Empordà) and (Segrià). at one of Catalonia’s fishing ports, the mountains offer festivals celebrating These celebrations generally combine such as Vilanova i la Geltrú and Sant (savoury potato and cabbage cake) work in the fields with culinary events. Carles de la Ràpita, or in the Barce- in Val d'Aran and Vall de . They also provide an excellent op- loneta neighbourhood of Barcelona.

Learning how to cook Catalonia’s finest traditional dishes; soaking in wine in a soothing bath; and strolling amongst vineyards; these are just some of the food and wine activities that visitors can enjoy in Catalonia.

Mushrooms and snails, two traditional ingredients in Catalan cuisine

Catalan cuisine: traditional fare that both surprises and delights the palate

From time immemorial, Catalan cuisine has constantly absorbed influences that have helped to shape the country’s rich and diverse culinary traditions.

Catalonia’s culinary heritage is rooted All these historic influences have given in Greek and Roman traditions. These our cuisine a distinctive Mediterranean two cultures are at the of the character, whilst also providing us with three key ingredients in the Mediterra- new ingredients which we have included SUGGESTION nean diet: , and wine. in our blends and mixtures: meat with This triumvirate formed the basis for fish, with fruit, chocolate with the refined cuisine in which the affluent (a garnish made by crushing gar- classes began to lay the foundations lic, parsley, toasted and toasted for structured meals. But Catalan cui- and together with sine also owes a debt to the , pestle and mortar), mayonnaise who introduced new farming methods, with fruit, and so on. All this, not forget- as well as new products, such as rice, ting the influences left by the migratory and aubergines. The medieval flows of other Iberian peoples on the period saw the appearance of cookery Peninsula, nor the contribution made by books and culinary treatises, such as and French . the Book of Sent Soví, one of the Many French and Italian products and oldest surviving texts published in dishes have taken root in our country, Catalonia and in a Romance language. including, particularly, , now The evolution of Catalan cuisine over frequently found on menus the centuries was also marked by the throughout Catalonia. The Book of Sent Soví discovery of America and the introduc- This anonymous recipe book is the oldest tion of such products as the , , which has existed from to be written in Catalan. Dating from the mid-14th century, the book contains which has been used in almost every time immemorial in Catalonia, has two hundred and twenty recipes from the dish ever since. Above all, tomatoes shaped a repertoire of recipes that is as period. The dishes described include are the key ingredient in sofregit, a rich and varied as the landscape it mir- several that have been great favourites containing a mixture of pep- rors. The land yields produce that forms since the , including roast , served with the head and tail pers, garlic, onions and tomatoes the basis for this cuisine. And so the feathers intact. Updated versions of the slowly simmered over a low flame, and circle is complete, because our cuisine Book of Sent Soví have been published which forms the basis of countless also reflects our landscape: diverse, rich, in both Spanish and English. Catalan dishes. daring and always eager to evolve.

Products to savour using all the senses 11 Culinary wisdom

From different places all over Catalonia, restaurants and, occasionally, eminently elevated Catalan cuisine to the forefront a host of chefs invite visitors to enjoy local producers. All members base their in international gastronomy. This universal the finest gastronomic delights. Many vision of food and drink on local and acclaim has been achieved thanks to the of these masters of culinary arts have , advocating the use of imagination found all over our country, joined forces in local initiatives such as quality local ingredients. Here, we should led by the that many consider the the Food Clubs of Catalonia, groups of also mention the excellent work that is best in the world: Ferran Adrià, at the performed by catering guilds in all the helm of his renowned restaurant Catalan , aimed at enhancing in . Techniques and concepts such the quality of the country’s restaurants as spherification, deconstruction, foams and fondas; and the Fundació Alícia, and airs, and dishes concocted using liq- an organisation established in Bages uid nitrogen have all found a place in our county, sixty kilometres from Barcelona. vocabulary and our culture thanks to this The foundation, which runs an applied culinary alchemist. The most avant-garde SUGGESTION research centre devoted to fostering cu- creativity is what has elevated Catalonia linary excellence, is a reference institution and its cuisine to the most prestigious in- that also seeks to raise awareness about ternational position, attracting visitors from the importance of food and drink in cul- all corners of the globe just to sample ture and education. Housed in the Món the finest Catalan cuisine. Names such Sant Benet complex, standing beside as: , with her Restau- Food Clubs of Catalonia the thousand-year-old monastery, the rant in ; Santi There are more than 19 food clubs Alícia Foundation offers visitors a varied Santamaria, at the Racó de in in Catalonia. All members base their programme of workshops and sensory ; Joan Roca, with El Celler de vision on regional cuisine, advocating the use of quality local ingredients. experiences. Can Roca; and many more famed chefs, For further information and to down- awarded Michelin stars and other ac- load the Food Clubs of Catalonia The wizards of the colades by other prestigious guides, and Guide, visit: who are undoubtedly the foremost expo- www.gastronomia.catalunya.com Innovation, excellence and surprise nents of contemporary Catalan cuisine, are amongst the ingredients that have renowned the world over.

The most avant-garde creativity is what has elevated Catalonia and its cuisine to the most prestigious international position, attracting visitors from the four corners of the globe just to sample the finest Catalan cuisine.

From left to right: Ferran Adrià, Carme Ruscalleda, Santi Santamaria and Joan Roca Tapas (appetisers) and platillos (snacks) offer an original way of dining out

Tapas, snacks and aperitifs nomic experiences, are Catalonia’s historic markets, such as the Boqueria, In Catalonia, visitors will find a unique Sant Caterina and Barceloneta markets SUGGESTION map of restaurants and eateries that in Barcelona and the central markets in enables them to enjoy both traditional and . These are all The Cuina Catalana brand and contemporary cuisine, from the ideal places to enjoy a good esmorzar The Culinary Institute of Catalonia, most creative and imaginative dishes de forquilla (brunch). whose mission is to help conserve and enhance the country’s rich to wholesome home cooking. We can gastronomic heritage, recently often find excellent restaurants housed We should also mention the many bar- launched the Cuina Catalana in the finest hotels, sometimes run by restaurants serving tapas (appetisers) brand. This initiative provides a tool renowned chefs. Then there are the and platillos (snacks). Visiting such to help preserve Catalan cuisine and promote the use of quality fondas, which are found all over the establishments is a funny, relaxed and produce. Moreover, the Institute tourist areas of Catalonia. These modest original form of dining. Neither should has also made an inventory of establishments offer both accommoda- we miss the chance to discover the the country’s culinary heritage tion and restaurant services, and boast many sidewalk cafés and bars that in the book Corpus de la cuina catalana, which contains a rich their own personal cuisine, developed serve aperitifs and vermouth, an compendium of traditional recipes. through constant contact with the natu- aromatic wine. This is a deeply-rooted ral and cultural environment. custom in Catalonia, with regulars Further information Also closely linked to traditional cuisine, frequently dropping in for a vermouth www.cuinacatalana.eu and offering visitors enriching gastro- and a tapa or two before .

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The fruits of the earth. Landscapes to eat

Tracking down the products that help to define Catalan cuisine is a good excuse for exploring the land and discovering the secrets that enrich this country’s food and drink. SUGGESTION

Thanks to the excellence of Catalan Terra Alta and -Montsià; Gastronomic products, many have been awarded butter from and Cer- heritage online two official seals of quality: thePro - danya; ganxet from Vallès and Gastroteca.cat is a website set tected Designation of Origin (DOP) Maresme; pears from Lleida; and olive up to promote and support sales of local food and wine. The site and the Protected Geographic Indi- oil from . Those granted the provides updated information cation (IGP). Both labels are reserved IGP seal of approval include: calçots about such produce: who makes for typical products from specific from Valls; clementines from Terres de it, where to buy it, how to cook it, regions, with their own distinctive l’Ebre; llonganissa dry-cured restaurants, food and wine routes, fairs and markets, news... A whole character and unique flavour, quali- sausage from ; potatoes from world devoted to the best from ties fostered by the close connection Prades; chicken and capon from El our land. Gastroteca.cat is a between produce, environment and Prat; apples from Girona; torró (nou- dynamic, interactive website at human skills. gat) from ; and veal from the the service of farmers, producers, distributors, cooks, , Catalan . Touring Catalonia food and drink tourism organisers, PDO products include: rice from the in search of these and other ingredi- experts and consumers. ; hazelnuts from ; ents enables the visitor to discover the from Alt Urgell and Cerdanya; diversity of landscapes that yield such www.gastroteca.cat olive oil from Les , Empordà, magnificent products.

Products that have been awarded the seal of quality and authenticity 15 A smattering from Reus, ideal for making picada of Catalan products garnishes, as well as delicate desserts; and torró (nougat) from Agramunt, Catalonia produces high quality rice whose main ingredients are hazelnuts SUGGESTION in the Ebro Delta, which is also a and almonds. setting of unrivalled beauty. This rice, Catalan arts and crafts: enjoyed in , rossejat (baked until The fine from the Pyrenees Artesania Catalunya golden brown) or a banda (cooked are rich in the aromas of the mountain Catalonia is renowned worldwide for its in fish broth), is a veritable gift to the pastures where the local Friesian cows arts and crafts traditions. Artisanal food imagination of chefs who can prepare graze to produce the main ingredient and drinks form part of this heritage it in a myriad ways, all of them equally for the process. The finest produce and of our country’s identity. Cooking utensils and other goods connected to delicious. The fruits of the earth include obtained by Catalan livestock farmers Catalan culinary culture are sold at fairs sweet onions from and poultry breeders also includes and market that take place all over the region (the calçots from Valls), potatoes chicken and capon from El Prat, country throughout the year. Artesania from Prades and ganxet beans from llonganissa dry-cured sausage from Catalunya is a body set up to safeguard this heritage, ensuring that it is kept alive the Vallès region, perfect whether Vic and succulent veal from the and becomes ever more widely known eaten alone or as an accompaniment Catalan Pyrenees. This high-quality and recognised. To this end, this body to the finest dishes. Fruit trees also veal is ideally accompanied in dishes organises activities and workshops and lend their produce to Catalan cuisine, featuring the excellent and varied produces a series of publications. whether to round off a fine or as mushrooms of Catalonia, or snails, Further information an ingredient in tasty traditional dishes: both exquisite, traditional products. www.artesania-catalunya.com pears from Lleida, apples from Visitors can relish all these delicacies Girona or vitamin-packed clementines and more at the many restaurants from Terres de l’Ebre, whose trees and eateries all over Catalonia, or by imbue the southern landscape with purchasing them from farm shops their fragrance and colour; hazelnuts around the country. Sweets and desserts, such as bunyols, are regular favourites at traditional festive meals. The calendar has played a decisive role in the development of Catalonia’s culinary traditions. Around a well-laden table, dinner parties savour the different delicacies that mark the passing of the seasons.

Desserts delicious enough Camprodon and , to name but a to crown any meal few. Those visiting Catalonia in Easter, will discover mouth-watering traditional SUGGESTION Generally speaking, desserts are the mones. These cakes, once decorated crowning glory of all festive meals. Over with eggs, have been now replaced by The pleasure of eating time, certain Catalan sweetmeats have chocolate eggs and figures representing good, clean, fair food become considered veritable culinary jew- the current idols of the younger mem- To live and eat without slowly, unhurriedly. els. The best known are crema catalana bers of the household. At Christmas, the That is the philosophy behind Slow Food, an organisation founded in 1986 by Carlo (caramel ) and mel i mató (fresh choice of sweetmeats includes neules Petrini which was originally a wine and curd cheese and with a sprinkling (sweet tubular wafers), tortell de Reis (a food club. Slow Food promotes the ple- of walnuts), but we should also mention ring of brioche-like cake filled with frangi- asure that we can obtain from wine and bunyols (deep fried doughnuts), pa de pane and topped with candied fruit) and food, and champions quality cuisine, diver- sity of recipes and flavours, harmony with pessic (sponge cake), galetes (), torrons (nougat). Torró, the quintessential the rhythm of the seasons and care for the (flat oval-shaped cake),carquiny - Christmas treat, is made from almonds environment. This philosophy is put into olis ( biscuits) and traditional pan- and hazelnuts, soft or hard according to practice in activities aimed at preserving ellets (cakes made from and taste. Over the years, more variants have quality and farming methods based on sustainable, traditional methods. More- dried fruits), which are eaten at All Saints’. been added to the repertoire, thanks to over, the organisation also seeks to foster the restless creativity of Catalonia’s biodiversity, as well as cultural, geographic Most Catalan towns have their own nougat-makers, though the traditional and regional differences, defending gas- typical sweet or dessert. This is the case formulae and flavours have also been tronomic heritage and promoting local and regional products. with coques and dolços (sweets) from maintained. Many food and drink fairs Terres de l’Ebre, (pastries) and shows at which torrons are the star from and and ore- product take place all over Catalonia www.slowfood.es lleta and galleta biscuits from Vall de during the Christmas period.

Typical traditional produce from Catalonia: pears from Lleida, apples from Girona, ganxet beans from Vallès, 17 olive oil from Les Garrigues and cheese from the Catalan Pyrenees.

Wine tourism: wine routes

The –past, present and, undoubtedly, future– is steeped in the aroma and flavour of wine. Wine tourism allows visitors to learn more first hand about this magical trans- formation of the . SUGGESTION To roam the vineyard, enjoying its fra- the foot of Montsant began to produce grances and noting how the colours that soon acquired great change with the seasons and how the and recognition. The wine route through grape ripens, and to visit the “temples” these two regions gives the tourist the where this venerable liquid is produced chance to visit and taste the produce of and stored. And, the height of pleasure, 46 wineries in all. to enjoy a tasting at the winery itself. This is wine tourism, and the possibili- We continue our journey with one of ties for such holidays in Catalonia are the oldest wine appellations, Penedès. increasing almost daily. Many wineries This region is the setting for Bodega, a and caves already offer guided tours recent novel by the well-known writer An enthralling journey and associated activities. The only Noah Gordon, who discovered the glo- INCAVI, the Catalan Institute of the Vine difficulty, if time is limited, will be ries of a good wine here. In Gordon’s and Wine, pursues the mission of promo- ting wine culture and quality wines pro- to choose the route amongst all the own words, the book is a love letter duced in Catalonia. The INCAVI website different possibilities. to Spain. Here, also, the Alt Penedès invites visitors to discover the past and Tourist Board has launched PENEDÈS, present of wine-making in our country Our own route here starts with the thir- a wine tourism initiative that offers and to learn to distinguish the eleven Ca- talan DO designations of origin. The “DO” teen wineries in the Montsant DO De- visitors a wide range of possibilities, label not only identifies the area where the signation of Origin and the QDO combining visits to wineries with walks wine was made, but also guarantees its Qualified Designation of Origin, where through vineyards, tasting courses, quality and informs about the methods visitors can discover why the quality visits to , charming used to produce it. The website also pro- vides information about fairs and shows, of wines from these regions is famed accommodation and a visit to the as well as training and tasting courses for around the world. Here are 1,500 hec- VINSEUM (Catalan Museum of Wine and . tares of vineyards whose history goes Cultures) in Vilafranca del Penedès, back as far as 1162, when the Carthusian where they can learn more about wine www.incavi.cat monks and the Scala Dei foundation at culture in general.

Catalonia, land of wine and cava 19 From the oldest wine appellations to one of Origin, which brings together a wide of the newest: DO, which, diversity of wines and landscapes, and is in a short space of time, has already divided into seven large subzones, each begun to garner international awards. with different geographic conditions. Two A number of vineyards and wineries in highly recommended events here are, the the region offer guided tours and organ- annual Wine Harvesting Festival in Verdú; ise tastings and wine-tasting courses, and the Wine Festival in Lleida. Those amongst other activities. If Pla de Bages interested can also visit wineries on the is among the newest, despite its long Lleida Wine Route, a journey in which history, then the smallest is the traditional and modern wines shape a Designation of Origin on the Maresme landscape that at once embodies past, coast. Here, too, visitors will be enrap- present and future. tured by wine culture as they explore Green vineyards near the sea, whose the Wine Museum in the traditional praises the poet Josep Maria de Sa- Can Magarola , which also garra sings, are to be found in the Em- houses the administrative headquarters pordà DO region. Here is a landscape of this wine appellation. of contrasts in which the land meets To discover the wines of Terres de Po- the sea, infusing the local vintages with nent in western Catalonia, we need to go character, from fine whites to dessert to the Costers del Designation wines such as mistela.

A number of companies SUGGESTION take visitors on routes all over the country Monuments to wine A visit not to be missed is to the so-called region, in Alt Camp and Conca de Barberà to discover the secrets “Wine Cathedral”, the Cooperative Cellar counties. The architectural heritage houses and Wine Museum in L’Espluga de Fran- some of the larger agricultural cooperatives of cava. The attractions colí, in southern Catalonia. Here, visitors in Catalonia, and includes works by such can also discover all the other wine appe- renowned architects as Pere Domènech include carefully selec- llations in the Tarragona , namely i Roura and Cèsar Martinell i Brunet, who Priorat, Montsant, Conca de Barberà and built what have become known as “wine ted wineries, restau- Tarragona. Through these wines, we can cathedrals”. However, none of these routes trace the history of wine-making back to would be complete unless we complemen- rants, accommodation, the times of the Romans, who first began ted our passion for the wines of a region to sing its praises. Even today, we can by pairing it with the dishes served by local specialist shops and still visit the wineries in the restaurants… tourist services. Catalonia invites visitors to stroll amid the vineyards, to engage in pleasant conversation over a glass of wine and, even, to discover the therapeutic properties of this rich liquid at a wine spa.

Vineyards and wineries; examples of Catalan wine culture are found all over the country SUGGESTION

The triumph of cava, Catalan

Bubbles of happiness, whether served Annual cava production has since to round off a great celebration or risen from the first 3,000 bottles that to whet the appetite before a good Joan Raventós, founder of Codorniu, meal… Once again, the Catalan hunger placed on the market in 1872, to the for innovation has yielded a new product, 200 million bottles that are now ex- cava, a quality sparkling wine with a ported worldwide every year, the fruit distinct character that has won over of a process that takes place in the Wine culture countless fans. The origins of this dis- darkness and silence of the ancient If you wish to learn more about wine tinctive sparkling wine are to be found cellars in Sant Sadurní d’. Over culture, we recommend that you in the mid-19th century, when the Cata- this period, the town has become firmly take one of the wine routes organi- lan wine-making industry was enjoying established as the nerve centre of cava, sed in Catalonia by different wineries and specialist shops. Other possibi- a particularly flourishing period. This a superb Catalan wine that both begins lities for knowing about the activities was when several families in the town and rounds off the annual celebra- at a winery are dramatised visits, of Sant Sadurní d’Anoia launched a tion organised by the Brotherhood of walks through the vineyards and long-term research project, in close co- Cava in Sant Sadurní. This celebration tours using such modern means of transport as the Segway. operation with the Sant Isidre Catalan of cava is the most important in Spain Institute of . The result was and is second in the world only to the the birth of cava. festival that takes place in .

The principal white grape varieties used to make cava are: Macabeu, which gives sweetness and fragrance; Xarel·lo, which ensures body and structure; and , which bestows delicacy, freshness and aroma.

There are eighty cave-producing wineries in the Penedès region alone Wine-tasting for everyone – connoisseurs and novices alike

In the tiny corner of Catalonia that is dation, specialised shops, wine bars SUGGESTION the Penedès region there are 80 cava- and activities organised by tourist ser- producing wineries, most of which offer vice companies. All to enable the visitor facilities for visitors. Over the years, to discover a world, a tradition and a cava production has also spread to lifestyle that evolve around wine culture. other points in Catalonia, such as the Alt Penedès, Bages, Anoia, Empordà, Not only that but and, more La and Tarragonès counties, specifically, wine, are culinary products amongst others. Several companies that can act as excellent relaxants. offer activities that enable visitors to There are now many businesses that discover the secrets of cava-making all offer attractive services aimed at those Health and Wellness over the country, their programmes in- seeking new experiences, including the tourism cluding a careful selection of wineries to delight of plunging into a wine-filled bath. Catalonia's tradition as a centre for health visit, as well as restaurants, accommo- We refer, of , to wine spas. and wellness goes back over a thousand years. Besides modern wine spas, visitors can also discover Catalan spa towns, spa hotels, wellness centres, health and medical centres… All top-quality facilities where they can also enjoy excellent, healthy food and drink. For more information, and to download the Health and Wellness catalogue, visit:

www.salutibenestar.catalunya.com

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Gastronomic Tourism Club Directory

In the Gastronomic Tourism Club, the Catalan Tourist Board has brought together most of the companies, bodies and associations which enable visitors to “get a taste” of Catalonia. This catalogue introduces all the members of this Club, which embrace a wide spectrum of gastronomic possibilities, from accommodation and restaurants to producers and cookery schools, not forgetting service companies, catering associations, guilds and other players in the tourism industry. All these enable visitors to discover Catalonia and its heritage through culinary experiences. We invite the reader to learn about all these possibilities and more on the following pages. We hope you enjoy it…

2525  SERVICE COMPANIES AND SUPPLIERS Directory Contents Gastronomic Tourism Club 28 Arròs Molí de Rafelet 28 Associació d’Amics de la Gastronomia del 28 Associació d’Empresaris del 29 Associació de Comerciants Mercat de 29 Aula Gastronòmica de l’Empordà 29 Buil & Giné 30 Catacurian 30 Catalunya Bus Turístic 30 Cuina de l’Horta del Baix 31 Empordàlia de Vins i Olis 31 Freixenet 31 Grup Gavina 32 Hostaleria i Turisme del Berguedà 32 La Boella 32 La Llavor dels Orígens 33 La Ruta del Xató 33 Miguel Torres, S. A. 33 Món Sant Benet 34 Restaurant ABaC Barcelona 34 Restaurant Botiga Matamala 34 Restaurant Cal Sastre 35 Restaurant El Cingle 35 Restaurant Terrabacus 35 Segura Viudas 36 Vallformosa Winery Convention Center

Food clubs

37 Club de Tast del Gremi d’Hostaleria de 37 Col·lectiu de Cuina la Ràpita – Delta de l’Ebre 37 Cuina de l’Empordanet 38 Cuina del Vent 38 Cuina Pirinenca de Cerdanya 38 Cuina Vallès 39 Cuina Volcànica 39 Cuines del Vendrell 39 Fogons de la Vall de Ribes 40 Grup Gastronòmic del Pla de l’Estany 40 Joves Cuiners 40 La Xicoia 41 Cuina 41 Cuina 41 Penedès Fogons

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Accommodation Local

42 Associació de Cases Fonda de Catalunya 50 Agència de Promoció Turisme de Sitges 42 Derby Hotels Collection 50 Ajuntament d’ 42 Grup Soteras Hotels & Restaurants 50 Ajuntament d’Alp 43 Hostal de la Gavina***** 51 Ajuntament d’ - Castelló d’Empúries 43 Hostal del Senglar** 51 Ajuntament de Vilanova i la Geltrú 43 Hostal Sport**** 51 Consell Comarcal del Baix Empordà 44 Hotel Class Valls*** 52 Consell Comarcal del Jussà 44 Hotel Estela Barcelona**** 52 Enoturisme Penedès 44 Hotel Termes Montbrió**** 52 Oficina de Turisme de Vic 45 Hotel Riberies**** 53 Patronat Municipal de Turisme de 45 Hotel SixtyTwo 53 Patronat Municipal de Turisme de 45 Hotel Xalet La Coromina – Rest. Salvador Casaseca*** 53 Patronat Municipal de Turisme de Tarragona 46 Mas de Torrent Hotel & Spa***** 54 Patronat Municipal de Turisme del Vendrell 54 Regidoria de Turisme i Comerç de Tour operators and other services 54 Thermalia. Museu i oficina de Turisme de 47 CostaVision Incoming Services 55 Turisme de Cambrils 47 Food Wine Tours – Ocio Vital 55 Turisme de la del Priorat 47 Gourmand Breaks Culinary Tours 55 Turisme de Lleida 48 Grup Natura 56 Turisme de Roses 48 Pep Palau, von Arend & Associats Zonal 48 The Wine Colours 49 Winebreak 57 Patronat de Turisme Costa Brava Girona 57 Patronat de Turisme Diputació de Barcelona 57 Patronat de Turisme Diputació de Lleida 58 Patronat de Turisme Diputació de Tarragona Terres de l’Ebre 58 Torisme Val d’Aran 58 Turisme de Barcelona

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60 Gastroteca 61 Marca Cuina Catalana 61 Palau Robert 61 Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, UOC

27 Arròs Molí Associació Associació de Rafelet d’Amics de la d’Empresaris Arròs Molí de Rafelet is rice produced Gastronomia del Montseny using traditional methods in the Ebro Delta at the family mill, built in 1935. The old del Montserrat This business association seeks to offer wooden mill is the only one of its kind still visitors to the Montseny Natural Park working in Catalonia. If all your senses are awake when you visit a welcoming and eco-friendly stay that Our experience in using traditional meth- Montserrat and its surrounding area, then will provide them with an insight into the ods to produce our rice, along with our you will discover the mountain’s best-kept natural, cultural and human heritage of careful selection of the most suitable va- secret: the textures, colours and flavours this montainous area. The association’s rieties for each different dish, combine to that await here to delight your taste buds. members include many restaurants and give maximum flavour, satisfying the most These “Friends of Montserrat Gastronomy” hotels that serve richly varied cuisine, from demanding palates and enhancing quality are a group of professional restaurateurs traditional dishes to the most innovative at the most prestigious restaurants. who have turned their trade into an art fare. Moreover, traditional local farmers form at their customers’ service. For them, and producers supply these establish- • Varieties of brown and white traditional friendship also means commitment to the ments with the finest ingredients, including rice: bomba, marisma, carnaroli, Gran land, nature and its products. from and charcuterie Reserva Molí de Rafelet and ecological. and wines from Montseny, amongst many • Guided tours. • The cuisine of Els Portals. other products made in the area using tra- • Introduction to traditional rice production • Cuisine based on knight-cap mush- ditional methods. All these attractions are methods. rooms (November, in ). completed by excellent accommodation • Coca and Mató Fair (October, in Monis- facilities in small hotels, rural tourism es- — trol de Montserrat). tablishments, apartments and campsites. Museu de l’Arròs Molí de Rafelet The association’s members also include Av. Goles de l’Ebre, 309 Member restaurants: La Barca, Braseria companies that organise activities, such 43580 Deltebre (la Cava) El Racó, Hostal Guilleumes, Hostal Abat as hiking, horse-riding and multi-adventure Tel. + 34 977 480 055 Cisneros i Montserrat, El Casot and programmes. + 34 977 482 642 El Cingle. Fax +34 977 480 055 — • Summer food and wine tasting Molins 606 790 454 Seu (Restaurant La Barca) in Sant Celoni. 679 629 547 Ctra. -, km. 13 • Food and Wine Fair at Sant Esteve [email protected] 08691 de Palautordera. [email protected] Tel. +34 938 350 259 www.moliderafelet.com [email protected] — www.gastronomiadelmontserrat.cat Ctra. de Montseny, s/n 08461 Sant Esteve de Palautordera Tel. / Fax +34 938 482 008 [email protected] www.turisme-montseny.com

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Associació Aula Buil & Giné de Comerciants Gastronòmica Buil & Giné is the only winery in the entire Priorat region whose doors are open to Mercat de de l’Empordà the public from Monday to Sunday, (ex- cept January 1 and 6 and 25 la Boqueria This catering school is an innovative, and 26). The site was designed and built pioneering initiative in Spain, focused on to combine the wine-making process with La Boqueria is amongst ’s fin- research and providing lifelong training of tours, as well as to allow visitors to take est markets, a veritable paradise for the the highest standard to professionals in part in the various activities organised senses. Here, a vast range of fine foods the industry. Moreover, the school also of- there. Our facilities, adapted for people regales us with aroma and colour, awake- fers activities for amateur chefs and those with reduced mobility, offer visitors a host ning all our senses. There are more than interested in the cuisine of the Empordà of possibilities, all with the highest comfort 300 stands in La Boqueria, all offering a area. The facilities at the centre include a and safety and in a superb, unique setting huge range of products for both individual kitchen area, fully equipped with all the lat- amid the Priorat landscape. shoppers and restaurants and other est technology and appliances. establishments. As well as selling all the • Tour of the winery and wine tasting. foodstuffs imaginable, La Boqueria is also • Continued training for chefs and maîtres. • Tour of the vineyard, visit to the winery a popular attraction with tourists, who • Signature cuisine: leading chefs give mas- and wine tasting. wander around the market-place, enjoying classes to head chefs and caterers. • Tour, wine tasting and lunch at the the rich sensations and watching the peo- • 12+1: twelve gourmands come together establishment. ple as they go about the rewarding task of to prepare and enjoy a meal with the as- • Wine Adventure buying and selling the finest produce. sistance and supervision of a guest chef. (a game for the whole family). • Today… I’m cooking! For anyone who • Cookery classes at the Aula Gastronòmica wants to learn to cook. Cookery — catering school (adults and children). workshops for children from 7 to 14 Ctra. , km. 11,5 • Guided tours, including tastings of prod- years of age. 43736 Gratallops ucts on sale at the market. • Holiday and Cuisine: cookery classes to Tel. +34 977 839 810 introduce participants to Empordà cuisine. Fax +34 977 839 811 — [email protected] Rambles, 91. Edifici, 2a planta — www.builgine.com 08001 Barcelona Ctra. Palamós-Palafrugell, km. 328 Tel. +34 933 040 270 17253 Vall-llobrega Fax +34 934 121 315 Tel. +34 972 312 091 [email protected] Fax +34 972 312 092 www.boqueria.info [email protected] www.aulagastronomicadelemporda.com

29 Catacurian Catalunya Cuina de Holidays for gourmands with accom- Bus Turístic l’Horta del modation at our boutique hotel in the Priorat region, which sleeps six. Guests Catalunya Bus Turístic (the Catalonia Tour- can take classes in Catalan home cook- ist Bus) offers visitors several routes over a ing and enjoy tastings of wine and olive day and a half. These include the Wine and Even today, a vast range of locally-grown oil from the Priorat, Montsant and Siurana Cave Route, featuring a guided tour and produce is available in Baix Llobregat, a DO Designations of Origin. Other activities tasting at the Jean Leon winery; guided tour county that preserves its agricultural ori- organised around our 1, 3 and 6-day stays and Catalan wine and cheese tasting at - gins. Such products include: , include: private tours of the leading winer- degues Torres; and guided tour and cava chard, marrow, leeks and tomatoes; su- ies in the county; cava tasting in Penedès tasting with snacks at Caves Freixenet. perb Prat chickens, which the IGP county; and visits to rice producers in the The company also offers the possibility of Protected Designation of Origin label; Ebro Delta. Catacurian has been awarded customised private tours and group pack- and wine and cava, marketed under the the Tourism Diploma of Catalonia. Open ages. Departure guaranteed, with advance Penedès DO Designation of Origin. The throughout the year except August. booking, on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fri- excellent local chefs transform these in- days and Sundays from March. gredients into dishes that will surely delight • Cookery classes. even the most demanding palates. • Wine tasting. • Departures from Barcelona: • Cava tasting. Plaça Catalunya, at 8.30 am. • Food and drink promotional campaigns: • Olive oil tasting. • Return to Barcelona: “The Flavours of the Market Garden” and • Cultural tours. Plaça Catalunya, 4 pm. “Pota Blava (Prat Chicken) À la Carte”. • Food and wine tours. • Baix Llobregat Food and Wine Guide. — • Tastings of products, activities at food — Tel. + 34 932 853 832 fairs... C. Progrés, 2 Fax + 34 932 853 831 • La Candelera Fair in . 43736 [email protected] • Sant Boi Festival. Tel. + 34 977 825 341 [email protected] • Asparagus Fair and Food Show, Gavà. +34 938 022 660 www.barcelonaturisme.cat/cbt • Sant Isidre Fair in . Fax +34 977 270 561 www.barcelonabusturistic.cat • Cherry festivals in Sant Climent, Santa Co- [email protected] loma de Cervelló, and Torrelles. www.catacurian.com • Food Show. www.catacurian.net • La Puríssima Fair in Sant Boi. • El Prat Poultry Show.

— CN-340, Parc Torreblanca 08980 Tel. +34 936 852 400 Fax +34 936 851 868 [email protected] www.turismebaixllobregat.com

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Empordàlia Freixenet Grup Gavina de Vins i Olis The Freixent cava wineries are just 45 Grup Gavina has been devoted to the minutes from Barcelona. The place offers catering business since 1930. The group’s Empordàlia is the Empordà region turned guided away tours for the whole family, restaurants in Barcelona’s dock- into wine and olive oil! The Empordà is a where visitors can find out how cava was lands serve up the finest specialities in fish, Catalan county which boasts rich natural, first made and how it is produced today, seafood and rice dishes, the top-quality catalonia is gastronomy cultural and historic heritage, fusing past using the latest technology. A land train ingredients matched only by the superb, and present in the finest produce: the fruits then takes visitors around the company’s friendly service. Range of special set of the vine and the olive tree. We are heirs modern new facilities. At the end of the menus for groups. Open from 12 am to to this great tradition, which goes back tour, visitors are invited to try different 11.30 pm. hundreds of years but still looks to the specialties from the Freixenet cava range. future in the union of the old cooperative Tours are offered in several languages Restaurant La Gavina wineries of Pau, Roses and Vilajuïga, three (Catalan, Spanish, English, French, • Specialising in fish and seafood. charming villages. Here and in the sur- German and Italian) throughout the week • up to 400 on terrace. rounding area, the rich, generous earth pro- (Monday to Thursday, mornings • Inside dining room. duces the finest, most exclusive harvest. and afternoons, Saturday and Sunday, • Perfectly equipped for meetings, mornings only). presentations and events. • Guided tour of the vineyards and olive fields, winery and oil mill. • Guided tours of the caves. Restaurant L’Arròs • Wine and olive oil tasting. • Must tasting for visitors under 18 years. • Specialising in more than 25 types • Tastings of different products from • Special individual and group tours by of rice dish. Empordà county. arrangement, with possibility of custom- • Modern establishment housed in the • Must-making () and the Feast ised private visits. traditional old “Merendero” open-air of Saint Martin (November). • Special tours for schools. restaurants in the Barceloneta district. • Tours seven days a week, throughout • Specialist shop. the year. • Rooms and facilities for rental. — • Parking lot. Paredes, 6 — 08003 Barcelona Ctra. de Roses, s/n — Tel. +34 933 104 095 17494 Pau (Alt Empordà) Joan Sala, 2 Fax +34 933 103 288 Tel. +34 972 530 140 08770 Sant Sadurní d’Anoia [email protected] Fax +34 972 530 528 Tel. +34 938 917 096 www.grupgavina.es [email protected] Fax +34 938 917 077 www.empordalia.com www.freixenet.es

Gastronomic Tourism Club Catalogue 31 2010 Hostaleria La Boella La Llavor i Turisme La Boella, which is housed in an exqui- dels Orígens sitely restored 12th-century (tradi- del Berguedà tional farmhouse), set amid 150 hectares La Llavor dels Orígens (“The Seed of the of gardens and olive groves, is a complex Origins”) is a chain of establishments Hostaleria i Turisme del Berguedà is an formed by a restaurant, a small, devoted to Catalan food and drink, each association of companies that provide ac- charming hotel and a winery. Other at- comprising a restaurant and a shop. La commodation and catering services and tractions include a specialist store selling Llavor dels Orígins also publishes a maga- activities. In terms of food and drink, the wine and olive oil produced on the estate, zine/menu with cuisine and tourism sug- association promotes particularly local as well as a selection of vintages from gestions. The branches in Carrer Ramón cuisine and produce. Over the years, the the leading wine-making regions in the y Cajal and Carrer Enric Granados are cuisine of the Berguedà county has suc- world, an olive mill and a large convention adapted for people with reduced mobility, cessfully fused tradition and modernity, al- centre. In short, La Boella offers a diverse serve daily set menus and accept reserva- ways using products of the highest quality range of facilities designed to satisfy the tions. All branches serve set menus for and preserving such authentic local dishes most demanding guest and the most dis- groups. as escudella de blat de moro escairat (a criminating palate. All services facilities are thick broth with sweetcorn), patates em- adapted for people with reduced mobility. Restaurants in Barcelona: mascarades (potatoes with black sausage) • C. Ramón y Cajal, 12. and pèsols negres amb cansalada (black • Wine and olive oil tasting. Tel. +34 932 136 031 peas with bacon). Moreover, the Berguedà • Wine pairing and gourmet menus. • C. Enric Granados, 9. county is renowned for its mushrooms and • Wine-tasting courses. Tel. +34 934 531 120 game, and these fine local products are • Guided tours of the estate (vineyards, • Pg. del Born, 4. Tel. +34 932 956 690 promoted particularly in the mushroom olive groves, olive mill, wine cellar, etc.). • C. Vidrieria, 6-8. Tel. +34 933 107 531 and game cuisine campaigns. During • Wine and/or gourmet product presentations. these seasons, the local restaurants dis- — play all their creative skills by serving up — Ctra. de Montseny, s/n the most exquisite dishes using the afore- Autovia Reus-Tarragona T-11, km. 12 08461 Sant Esteve de Palautordera mentioned ingredients. 43110 Tel. / Fax +34 938 482 008 Tel. +34 977 771 515 [email protected] • Mushroom-based cuisine. Fax +34 977 774 993 www.lallavordelsorigens.com • Game dishes. [email protected] • Berguedà cuisine. www.laboella.com

— Passatge Arquitecte Porta, 2 bis 08600 Tel. +34 938 222 495 [email protected] www.berguedaturisme.com

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La Ruta Miguel Món Sant Benet del Xató Torres, S. A. Món Sant Benet is a cultural, tourist and leisure resort that harmoniously integrates The Xató Route is a culinary season (from The Torres has been linked to a range of different uses and purposes, November to ) during which, for more the world of wine for more than three all amid incomparably beautiful natural than a decade now, the Alt Penedès, Baix centuries. Thanks to this family tradition, surroundings. The complex, built around Penedès and Garraf counties have given the Torres winery enjoys enormous inter- the magnificent Monastery of Sant Benet pride of place to a local speciality: xató (a national prestige. Moreover, the firm has de Bages, combines rich history and traditional salad made with cod and other always reserved a place for wine enthusi- tradition with a ground-breaking new tasty ingredients). asts, thus helping to promote and disse- culinary project: the Alícia Foundation, a During the Xató season, visitors can sam- minate wine culture. technology research centre led by world- ple this delicacy along with other dishes In 2000, with these goals in mind, the famous chef Ferran Adrià, devoted to cui- made from typical local ingredients at more company opened a Visitor Centre and a sine and promoting healthy eating habits. than one hundred restaurants that together Wine Tourism and Events Department. Moreover, the kitchen garden enables form the route. Moreover, visitors can Torres has recently received the following visitors to know the ecological fruits and also explore countless magnificent cultural, accolades: European Winery of the Year grown here. architectural, scenic, leisure and wine from the American magazine Wine Enthu- The services and amenities include, tourism attractions. siast (2006); and the Medal of Honour for amongst others, three restaurants, including Tourism, the highest award granted by the L’Angle, run by the well-known chef Jordi • Popular xatonades (xató festivals) in the Government of Catalonia (2003). Cruz (one Michelin star), the Hotel Món**** towns of Vilanova i la Geltrú, Vilafranca and a conference centre. del Penedès, , , Ca- • Guided tours of the winery. lafell, and (starting in • Wine tasting. • Visit to the Alícia Foundation: “Making November). • Practical courses. Sense of the Senses”. • Xató competitions. • Meals in the private restaurant. • Guided tours of the kitchen garden. • Food and wine festivals and fairs. • Hire of rooms. • Culinary and family workshops. • Guided tours of the monastery. — — Gremi d’Hoteleria i Restauració de Vilanova C. Miquel Torres, 6 — C. Manuel Tomàs, 26, baixos 08720 Vilafranca del Penedès Món Sant Benet 08800 Vilanova i la Geltrú Tel. +34 938 177 487 Camí de Sant Benet, s/n Tel. +34 938 148 686 Fax +34 938 177 567 08272 Sant Fruitós de Bages [email protected] [email protected] Tel. +34 902 875 353 Parenthesis www.torres.es [email protected] Tel. +34 938 172 762 Centre de Visites www.monstbenet.com [email protected] Finca el Maset, s/n www.rutadelxato.com 08796 Pacs del Penedès Dades GPS: N 41, 20 51º i E 01, 39 58º

33 Restaurant Restaurant Restaurant ABaC Barcelona Botiga Matamala Cal Sastre

The ABaC Restaurant & Hotel, Monument Matamala revives the age-old flavours of Set amid a scenery of unrivalled beauty, 5GL, stands at the top of Avinguda Tibi- Catalan cuisine in dishes made using the the Restaurant Cal Sastre in dabo, just minutes from the most im- highest-quality ingredients. Here, the spot- is a place that retains the essence of the portant points in central Barcelona. The light is very much on the fruits of the earth, town’s old guesthouses and uses exclu- hotel’s luxury guest rooms are all fully as Matamala is committed to sustainable sively natural products, making it ideal for soundproofed, decorated in minimalist food and wine. Other services include: enjoying all the pleasures of the finest cui- style and equipped with the latest technology sine. Here, the star dish is fesols de Santa to ensure maximum comfort. • Bar snacks (tapas). Pa, local white beans grown in the fields However, this unique establishment really • Catering. around the volcanoes. However, all fare revolves around the cuisine of chef • Leisure activities (workshops, guided is made from locally grown produce, pre- Jordi Cruz, whose restaurant has been tastings, etc). pared to perfection. The result: absolutely awarded two Michelin stars. The spacious, • Rooms for groups. unforgettable meals. 200-square-metre kitchen is open to visi- • A qualified, professional team at your The Restaurant Cal Sastre is recom- tors, as is the wine cellar, which is stocked service. mended by the , Gourme- with more than 900 of the finest vintages. tour, España parada y fonda and the Guía Music, light and colour are constantly — de la buena vida, published by El País, and changing in the superb Lounge Bar, whilst Rambla Catalunya, 13 is a member of the Turisme de the services also include events and 08007 Barcelona tourist board. meeting rooms and a spa centre with Tel. +34 933 026 631 two treatment booths. Fax +34 933 186 948 • Dinner with live music (havanera sea [email protected] shanties, classical music, etc.) in summer. • 15 rooms. www.matamalarestaurant.com • Dinners with food and wine pairing. • Spa centre. • Dinner-debates featuring leading person- • Tours of the kitchen and wine cellar. alities (politicians, athletes, etc.). • Tasting menus (all year). — Av. Tibidabo, 1 — 08022 Barcelona Placeta dels Valls, 6 Tel. +34 933 196 600 17800 Santa Pau [email protected] Tel. +34 972 680 421 www.restaurantabac.com Fax +34 972 680 481a [email protected] www.calsastre.com

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Restaurant Restaurant Segura Viudas El Cingle Terrabacus Segura Viudas is a winery that is firmly committed to interpreting the essence The menu at El Cingle restaurant is rich This restaurant is the ideal meeting-place of autochthonous Catalan grapes and to in subtle nuances that reflect respect for to enjoy both good wine and the finest achieving quality through innovation and ingredients, which are masterfully trans- food, with a programme of complementary the latest technology. Since 1954, the formed and elevated to the realm of the activities that is as fresh, innovative and label on each and every Segura Viudas sublime, bringing out all their inner beauty. dynamic as the culinary delights served bottle contains notes on the nature and The restaurant also offers a number of set there. All this is further enriched by strong identity of the soil and the grapes used. menus and suggested dishes, with some- ties with the local territory, with the Medi- Those visiting the winery, just five kilo- thing for all types of event. Whatever the terranean and its people, with the city and metres from Sant Sadurní d’Anoia, can occasion – private celebrations (parties, with all the latest trends. The restaurant is see how the cava is made and taste two anniversaries, etc.), public events (compa- located in the Esquerra neigh- different varieties at the end of the tour, in nies, organisations, official bodies, etc.), bourhood, just below . the main room of the masia, a traditional small family gatherings or a meal for the This is one of the most dynamic and at- farmhouse built in the 12th century. entire staff of your company – Restaurant tractive areas of Barcelona, in the heart El Cingle has the perfect, made-to-meas- of the city's financial centre by day, which • Wine tourism visits (Monday to Thurs- ure solution to your needs. becomes a pulsing centre of nightlife in the day, mornings and afternoons; Friday, evening. Diners at the Restaurant Terra- mornings only; weekends and holidays, • Participation at Masters of Food & Wine bacus enjoy the finest cuisine, reasonably closed). South America for the last three years priced and with something for all tastes, in • À la carte customised tours with aperitif, (Mendoza, Buenos Aires, São Paulo and a friendly yet sophisticated atmosphere. tasting and gift. Punta del Este). • By prior arrangement. Please enquire • Presence at the Barcelona Degusta, • Select wine and cava list, with more than about prices. Languages: Catalan, Alimentaria and Fusión fairs. 350 vintages. Sommelier service. Spanish, English and French. • Cocktail receptions, tastings, aperitifs, • Room for small events, presentations • Shop selling wine, cava and advertising official openings, dinners, etc. and celebrations. Special services for material. • Around the world: teaching cooking companies. classes at Santiago (Chile), Mexico • Space from architectural barriers. — and Brazil. • Tasting menu and set menus for groups. Ctra. Sant Pere de Riudebitlles, km.12.5 • Gastronomic events in Brazil, Mexico, • Programme of culinary activities (food (BP-2151 road) Tyrol, Switzerland, Austria, and wine tasting, team building, incen- 08777 and . tives, etc.). Tel. +34 938 917 070 • Cultural activity programme. Fax +34 938 917 064 — [email protected] Pl. Major, s/n — www.seguraviudas.com 08233 C. Muntaner, 185 GPS: N 41, 43608º, E 01, 74218º Tel. +34 938 280 233 08036 Barcelona Fax +34 938 359 642 Tel. +34 934 108 633 [email protected] +34 666 536 819 www.elcingle.com Fax +34 934 108 157 [email protected] www.terrabacus.com

35 Vallformosa Winery Conven- tion Center

Vallformosa offers visitors a guided tour of its cellars, where they can learn more about wine culture, offering them insight into the wine- and cava-making process, as well as the chance to taste its products. In addition, the centre’s facilities include banquet, meeting and convention rooms and programmes of leisure and teambuild- ing activities. The Vallformosa Winery Convention Centre is a socially responsible enterprise which cooperates in actions to fight cancer through an agreement with the Catalan Institute of Oncology.

• Guided tours of the cellar to discover the wine- and cava-making process. • Gourmet and structured wine tasting. • Talks, workshops and teambuilding activities focusing on wine and cuisine.

— Masia Vallformosa La Sala, 45 08735 Vilobí del Penedès Tel. +34 938 978 286 Fax +34 938 978 355 [email protected] www.vallformosa.com

36 Catalonian is gastronomy  Food cLubs SERVICE COMPANIES AND SUPPLIERS

Club de Tast Col·lectiu de Cuina de del Gremi Cuina la Ràpita – l’Empordanet d’Hostaleria Delta de l’Ebre La Cuina de l’Empordanet (“Empordanet Cuisine”) is the name adopted by a group de Sitges The goal of La Ràpita - Delta de l’Ebre of catering professionals who work to pro- Food Club is to help transform the econ- mote the cuisine of Baix Empordà county. This tasting club was formed 25 years ago omy of the area by improving services The food club members are 18 restaurants by a number of restaurants in the holiday through creativity and innovation and by committed to promoting the local culinary resort town of Sitges that got together to highlighting the important role that tour- culture, products and quality amongst offer the best in local cuisine. Thanks to ism and cuisine play in communicating consumers, the media and international their commitment to quality products and local history, culture and the region as a tour operators, and raising the profile of to the professionalism of club members whole to the rest of the world. With this the Empordà region as a top-class food and their partners, fine cuisine is no longer goal firmly in mind, the club is a founding and drink tourist destination. All the mem- a luxury, but the norm. member of the “Col·lectius de Cuina de ber restaurants endorse the Baix Empordà The tasting club member restaurants are: Catalunya” (“Food Clubs of Catalonia”), a Quality Tourist Destination Plan, and five Hidalgo, El Cau del Vinyet, El Mascarón, platform embracing 15 restaurants in Sant have been awarded the Tourism Quality El Velero, Esmarris, Iris Gallery, , Carles de la Ràpita and 15 agri-food pro- seal of approval. La Nansa, Los Vikingos, Mare Nostrum, ducers, mainly from the Terres de l’Ebre Maricel, Noray, Pic Nic and Pizzeria Cap region, as well as other global food and • Organisation of the Costa Brava de la Vila. wine networks. Tournament – Catalonia Cuisine and Golf Tournament. • 23rd “Menjar de Tast” Food Tasting. • Shrimp Festival (February). • Campaigns to promote healthy and • Wine Harvest Festival Menu. • Tastamar Festival (June). Mediterranean diets, such as “Bread • Xató menu. • Festival of Flavours (June). with Tomato and Anchovies – Healthy • “Flavours of Autumn” schools campaign. • Prawn Festival (November). and Mediterranean”. • Sitges-style rice casserole (cassola • “Art and Gastronomy” (tribute to Salva- d’arròs a la sitgetana) competition. — dor Dalí) and “Pla, Dish by Dish” (tribute Pl. Carles III, 13 to Josep Pla) routes. — 46540 Sant Carles de la Ràpita • “Empordà Garden” campaign, promoting Centre Comercial Oasis Tel. +34 977 744 624 locally-grown produce. C. Salvador , local 73 Fax +34 977 744 624 08870 Sitges [email protected] — Tel. +34 938 941 290 www.turismelarapita.net Ctra. de Palamós, km. 328 Fax +34 938 947 331 17253 Vall-llobrega [email protected] Tel. +34 972 600 069 www.clubdetast-sitges.com Fax +34 972 600 112 [email protected] www.cuinadelempordanet.net

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Cuina del Vent Cuina Pirinenca Cuina Vallès Cuina del Vent is an offshoot of the Alt de Cerdanya Cuina Vallès is a club formed by twelve Empordà Hotel and Catering Association. outstanding chefs in Vallès Occidental, This “Wind Cuisine” food club was born The Cuina Pirinenca de la Cerdanya (Cer- who joined forces to promote this county out of the interest of a group of profes- danya county Pyrenean cuisine) is a food through its food and wine. Focusing par- sionals who champion culinary culture as club set up by a group of restaurateurs ticularly on the ganxet , a mainstay of a vehicle of expression and a repository of to bring together establishments that are Vallès cuisine which grows in Vallès Occi- popular wisdom built up through a shared wholly committed to quality local produce dental, these twelve restaurateurs combine history, climate and landscape. Indeed, and food and wine tourism in a region locally grown produce typical of traditional Alt Empordà cuisine faithfully reflects the like La Cerdanya, which boasts rich tradi- Catalan cooking with the most innovative generosity of a land of contrasts, with one tions in terms of both cuisine and tourism. cuisine. A delight for the senses. coastline that is wild and rough, whilst the Nestling in a Pyrenean valley, La Cerdanya other is mild and gentle, offering us fish county offers visitors a vast range of at- • Vallès Culinary Week (January). and shellfish. Here, too are vast, fertile tractions: restaurants, history, monuments • Cooking with the ganxet bean. plains, with fields and gardens; and natural beauty. • Cooking with other products from local and lush, luxuriant, deep green moun- artisan food. tains, also richly fertile, juxtaposed against • Spring Culinary Festival: chicory • Food and wine tourism. others, arid and rugged, whose peaks and spring mushrooms (May-June). • Catering for events. abound in game and wild fruit. • Golf Championship and Pyrenean Cuisine. — • Organisation of food and wine fairs, • Autumn Culinary Festival. Ctra. N-150, km. 15 talks and seminars. The Cuisine of La Cerdanya in Autumn 08227 (September-October). Tel. +34 937 273 534 — • Catering for events. Fax +34 937 271 969 Pol. Empordà Internacional, s/n • Food and wine tourism. [email protected] 17469 www.cuinavalles.cat Tel. +34 972 525 103 — [email protected] Cruïlla N-152 amb N-260 www.cuinadelvent.com 17520 Puigcerdà Tel. +34 972 141 100 [email protected] www.cuinapirinenca.org

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Cuina Volcànica Cuines Fogons de la Cuina Volcànica (“Volcanic Cuisine”) is a del Vendrell Vall de Ribes food club formed by fifteen restaurants wholeheartedly committed to conserving Established in 2001, the Cuines del Ven- This food club researches into and pro- and employing in their cuisine produce drell food club faithfully reflects the diver- mote the bases, origins and characteristics from such a splendid, blessed county sity to be found in a formed by that define traditional Pyrenean cuisine, as La Garrotxa, land of volcanoes: peas, Coma-ruga, Sant Salvador and El Francàs. gathering traditional recipes and methods mora potatoes, buckwheat, white corn, Moreover, the club motto, “Sea, Vine and for preparing dishes and, particularly, truffles, emmer wheat (farro), piumoc Olive”, stresses the vital, gratifying and reviving utensils and products traditionally (dry-cured sausage made from ribs), fruitful harmony that exists here between used in this cuisine. The superb Vall de serrat d’ovella sheep’s cheese and those who work the earth and those who Ribes cuisine was forged from a fine the tasty local meat, to mention but a toil over the oven and serve at table. historic legacy coupled with age-old few. Using these and other ingredients, The outstanding local delicacies include traditions: country life, the cultivation of the the Cuina Volcànica member restaurants pastís de garrofa (carob cake) and the land, livestock farming, excellent water, create dishes sure to delight locals and tastarrofes recently introduced, as well pig slaughter (which still takes place visitors alike. This is quality cuisine, deeply- as wine, cava, vinegar (forvm) and olive today), countless natural local products, rooted in the local area, rich in character, oil (mil·liari) produced by club members. craftsmanship and the preservation of in- diversity and creativity. Activities include presence at fairs and the gredients native to the region. promotion of local initiatives, whilst the • La Garrotxa Food and Drink Show food club was also present at the Gastron- • Food and wine promotion campaigns. (, November-December). omy Forum in . • Promotional and loyalty-building actions. • Farro (Emmer Wheat) • Themed set menus during craft fairs. Fair (Vall de Bianya, February). Member restaurants: • Tastings of locally-grown produce. • Buckwheat Fair (Batet de la Serra, Casa Victor, Joila, Molí de Cal Tof, Xalo- February). quell, La Cuina de la Marga, Marmaris, — • Charcuterie Show (Olot, February-March). Seifer, Escola de Turisme del Baix Pl. Ajuntament, 3, baixos • Potato Festival (Vall d’en Bas, October). Penedès and La Taberna del Passeig. 17534 • Sant Lluc Fair (Olot, October). Tel. / Fax +34 972 727 728 • Christmas Crib Show (Olot, December). Member wineries: [email protected] • Food and wine festivals all year, focusing Licors Jané – Expo Licor, Mil·liari Selecció www.vallderibes.cat on La Garrotxa haricot beans and wild and Avgvstvs – Forvm. (coinciding with the Herbesalú fair in Besalú), amongst others. — Av. Brisamar, 1 — 43880 Coma-ruga (el Vendrell) Av. Onze de Setembre, 22, 2a planta Tel. +34 977 680 010 17800 Olot Fax +34 977 683 654 Tel. +34 607 401 947 (Tècnica) [email protected] Tel. +34 618 495 183 (Gerent) www.elvendrellturistic.com [email protected] www.cuinavolcanica.com

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Grup Gastro- Joves Cuiners La Xicoia nòmic del Pla Joves Cuiners (Young Chefs) is a pioneer- La Xicoia (“Chicory”) is a food club estab- ing association that brings together a new lished in 2003 by its young members, all of de l’Estany generation of chefs, the children of restau- them keen to promote both Pallarès cui- rateurs, mostly from the Gironès county. sine and the county’s excellent produce. This “Pla de l’Estany Food Club” was The group members, many of whom have The club’s ultimate goal is to turn the founded in February 2004 by a group of been awarded Michelin stars, combine cuisine of the Pallars Sobirà county into restaurant owners to ensure that they tradition with innovation based on the use a synonymous with quality, to help revive could obtain top-quality produce in order of local ingredients. These young chefs are local culinary traditions and to act as a to create a unique cuisine that could be united by their culinary concept and the driving force for the local tourism industry. identified with the region. The group’s phi- way they work and create dishes. Their La Xicoia made its public bow in May 2003 losophy is based, firstly, on offering clients aim is to modernise and elevate Catalan with a gourmet dinner prepared by mem- a range of dishes made from ingredients of cuisine to its rightful place. All of them res- bers and presented by chef Sergi Arola the highest quality, ecological, traditional taurant owners, these culinary masters get and the actor Carles Canut. and subject to extraordinary quality and together to share their expertise, enrich- control criteria and, secondly, on reviving ing themselves both individually and as a • Pallars Sobirà Gastronomic Rally ingredients that had fallen in disuse or had group. (April 15 to 30). been almost forgotten. • Annual award ceremony of the Golden • National and international culinary compe- Xicoia (May). • Cod x Easter. titions and event. • Fat Thursday (feast of pork and lamb) • Pla (tillo) de l’Estany culinary festival (June). and xolís (traditional pork sausage) • Marrow and Garlic Festival (June). — competition. • Honey Fair (February). [email protected] www.jovescuiners.com — — Av. Comtes del Pallars, 29 CCPE - 25560 Sort Tel. +34 972 583 258 Tel. +34 669 905 266 [email protected] Fax +34 973 62 08 19 www.plaestany.cat/grupgastronomic [email protected] www.laxicoia.com

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Noguera Cuina Osona Cuina Penedès Fogons

Since 1994, when the Noguera county Osona Cuina is an association of chefs The Penedès Fogons food club was hosted the Market Garden Cuisine section in the Osona county. The members are established in June 2006 with the mis- at the Second Catalan Culinary Congress, twelve restaurants that share the use of sion of promoting the wine and culinary a number of restaurants in the area have local products in their dishes. The club traditions of the Penedès region. This been organising different culinary festivals. organises various food seasons, including “Penedès Ovens” is an association of five The Noguera Cuina food club was estab- one to promote truffles. restaurants located within the Penedès DO lished in summer 2007 in response to the Besides the initiatives that each individual Designation of Origin which all share the need to ensure the continuity of such ini- restaurant launches, this “Osona Cuisine” determination to serve the highest-quality tiatives. This “Noguera Cuisine” food club food club also takes part in a number of cu- cuisine and to promote locally-grown and works to consolidate the fame that local linary and tourist activities in the county. -made produce. Moves to launch such cuisine has built up over the years and a club began in summer 2005, driven by to revive, nurture and promote the use of • Fat Thursday Festival. the Penedès Business Union (UEP) and local products, championing quality food • Hot-air balloon rides and gastronomy. the shared desire of a group of restaura- and drink in all its different facets. • Culinary activities: demonstrations, teurs to establish a quality food club in the workshops and tastings. Penedès region. • Promotion Campaign: “From the Land- scape to the Kitchen” (Spring). — • Penedès Fogons Nights • Fair: presentation of a video C. de , 17, entl. 2a (throughout the year). with recipes, followed by tasting (May). 08500 Vic • Wine- and culinary-related promotional Tel. +34 938 814 314 activities (all year). Member restaurants Fax +34 938 814 358 • Cuisine at the Markets Cal Farré, Cal Pepito, Cal Xirricló, Casa [email protected] (throughout the year). Mercé, Del Monasteri de les Avellanes, www.osonacuina.com Els Celler de l’Arnau, El Dien, Espígol, — La Solana, Lo Ponts, Rialb, Roma Av. de Barcelona, 89, 3a and Santuari del Sant Crist. 08270 Vilafranca del Penedès Tel. +34 938 925 405 — Fax +34 938 925 405 C. Àngel Guimerà, 28 [email protected] 25600 Balaguer (Lleida) www.uepenedes.com Tel. + 34 973 400 709 [email protected] www.nogueracuina.com

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Associació de Derby Hotels Grup Soteras Cases Fonda Collection Hotels de Catalunya Derby Hotels Collection presents a chain & Restaurants of unique hotels, each with its own strong Cases fonda (guesthouses) are unique es- personality. A particularly outstanding Grup Soteras restaurants have everything tablishments with their own distinct charac- feature of all these establishments are the you need for perfect celebratory meals: ter. Besides providing accommodation and important art collections on display, creat- , dinners, banquets, family reun- restaurant services, these guesthouses ing a truly special atmosphere at each. ions, weddings… also establish close links with their natural Located in the heart of Barcelona, Madrid, Enjoy all the pleasure of a traditional Cata- and cultural environment. Guesthouse London and Paris, in the architectural, cul- lan restaurant, such as the Diagonal Can owners combine high standards of profes- tural and business centres of these cities, Soteras, founded in 1917, or take in the sionalism with the commitment that comes Derby Hotels provide the ideal setting for magnificent views over Barcelona and from a vocation to provide their guests a break, whether for business or pleasure. the Mediterranean from La Nostra Masia with top-quality, personal services. Moreo- The restaurants at the six Barcelona ho- Tibidabo on the top of Mount Tibidabo. ver, each casa fonda has its own culinary tels that are part of the Derby Collection Similar in elegance and tradition is our es- style, whether modern or traditional, based all serve the most interesting and excit- tablishment in , the on Catalan cuisine and the use of local ing culinary fare. The six are: La Terrassa Restaurant Tres Molinos. Seating up to 400 produce. Cases fonda are found all over del Claris and the East 47 cocktail bar in diners, the Tres Molinos specialises in busi- Catalonia, in each of the different regions: the Hotel Claris; “3” Restaurant at Hotel ness meals and banquets. Catalunya Central (8), Costa Brava (11), Granados 83; and the Astoria and Balmes In Castelldefels are the Gran Hotel Rey Don (2), Costa del Garraf (1), restaurants in the hotels of the same Jaime and the Congress Palace. Here you (1), Pirineus- name. In short, Derby Hotels Collection will find the Restaurant Torre Barona, which Prepirineus (13), Terres de l’Ebre (1) brings you cuisine and art. stands beside a hundred-year-old watch- and Terres de Lleida (1). tower and offers superb views over the — Mediterranean. Or, if you prefer signature • Accommodation and restaurant services Hotel Claris. Tel. +34 934 876 262 cuisine by the sea, try the Restaurant Dom all over Catalonia. Hotel Granados 83. Tel. +34 934 929 670 at the Hotel Bel Air. Whatever your taste, • Information about the surrounding area: Hotel Gran Derby. Tel. +34 934 452 544 whatever the moment, our restaurants are services, fairs, markets, festivals, etc. Hotel Derby. Tel. +34 933 223 215 always ready to please. • Promotion of authentic Catalan cuisine. Hotel Astoria. Tel. +34 932 098 311 • High quality cuisine. Hotel Balmes. Tel. +34 934 511 914 — • Gourmet menus and activities related to www.derbyhotels.com Platja Ribera Sant Pere, 1-9 the local environment. 08860 Castelldefels Tel. +34 936 350 247 — Fax +34 936 641 001 C. Ramon Turró, 63-65, local 2 [email protected] 08005 Barcelona www.grup-soteras.com Tel. +34 933 001 626 Fax +34 933 001 658 [email protected] www.casafonda.com

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Hostal de Hostal Hostal Sport**** la Gavina***** del Senglar** The Hostal Sport is a hotel that has re- mained open without interruption since Light and the sea are amongst the es- The Hostal del Senglar is an establishment Christmas Day 1923. Passed down from sences of Mediterranean culture. This with very much its own personality, loca- generation to generation, this small family healthy culture, with its seafaring tradi- ted in the heart of the Cistercian Route establishment, located in the heart of El tions, is a basic element in Catalan in a splendid setting surrounded by lush Priorat, one of the least-known but most cuisine and a source of top-quality fresh Mediterranean gardens. Here, guests have fascinating counties in Catalonia, has produce. Our chef selects his ingredients ejoyed the richest, most rewarding culinary always worked, above all, to ensure its carefully to create an imaginative bill of experiences for three generations. The dis- guests’ perfect comfort, peace and quiet. fare based very much on local flavours. tinguishing features of the hotel restaurant The result: a truly different, even unique are, undoubtedly, the cuisine, the service • 28 guest rooms and 3 meeting rooms. culinary experience that invites you to and the surroundings, all equally magnifi- • Superb traditional cuisine, including enjoy the very essence of the sea. cent. The hostal is located just 2 km. away Priorat specialties. Moreover, all our restaurants offer rich and from the Poblet Monastery, a World • 2nd prize for best wine list in Catalonia. varied wine lists featuring a careful selec- Heritage site. tion of vintages from all over the world. — We provide a host of different proposals — Miquel Barceló, 4-6 so that you can choose what is best for Plaça Montserrat Canals, 1 43730 Falset you, according to the moment, according 43440 l’Espluga de Francolí (Tarragona) Tel. +34 977 830 078 to the occasion. Tel. +34 977 870 121 Fax +34 977 830 063 Fax +34 977 870 127 [email protected][email protected] [email protected] Plaça del Roser, s/n www.hostaldelsenglar.com www.hostalsport.com 17248 s’Agaró Tel. +34 972 321 100 Fax +34 972 321 573 [email protected] [email protected] www.lagavina.com

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Hotel Class Hotel Estela Hotel Termes Valls*** Barcelona**** Montbrió****

This hotel is located in one of the most Guests at the Hotel Estela enjoy top- This Hotel Termes Montbrió, voted the Best important and active business parks in quality accommodation and restaurant Resort and Spa in Europe, has also been the Camp de Tarragona area. Moreover, facilities, as well as the chance to admire awarded the ISO 9001/2000 certificate. the Hotel Class Valls has the additional contemporary artworks – paintings and The hotel, which is set amidst 10 acres attraction of standing right on the Cis- sculptures – by well-known artists. Be- of botanic gardens, has a spa centre that tercian Route and in an outstanding sides the permanent exhibition, the es- offers a full programme of beauty and well- wine-making region that includes two tablishment also stages regular temporary ness services. Here, the facilities include: well-known appellations: DO Tarragona shows, and the works are all on sale. Hotel the Aquatonic spa leisure area, where and DO Conca de Barberà. facilities include 64 guest rooms, as well guests can enjoy natural thermal waters The hotel restaurant, El Tast de l’Àngel, a as meeting rooms, a gourmet restaurant to the full (falls, streams, jets, grottoes…); quiet establishment that oozes charm, has and two swimming-pools. two restaurants, La Sequoia and El Grill reworked traditional concepts and person- Miró (in summer only); twelve function alised its menus to the maximum to enable — rooms seating from 10 to 400 people; and diners to enjoy the finest Mediterranean Av. Port d’Aiguadolç, 8 outdoor and indoor parking lots. cuisine with an international touch. 08870 Sitges Easy access from main road networks, in- Tel. +34 938 114 545 • Wine tasting. cluding the N-240 trunk road and the AP-2 Fax +34 938 114 546 • Calçotades (set menus featuring calçots, and AP-7 motorways. [email protected] long, sweet onions). Good connections, too, with the Camp de www.hotelestela.com • Olive oil tasting. Tarragona AVE high-speed train station • Xató Route. and Reus International Airport. — — C. Nou, 38 Passeig President Tarradellas (cantonada 43340 Montbrió del Camp C. Eladi Homs, s/n) Tel. +34 977 814 000 43800 Valls Fax +34 977 826 969 Tel. +34 977 608 090 [email protected] Fax +34 977 608 009 www.rocblanchotels.com [email protected] www.hotelclassvalls.com

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Hotel Hotel SixtyTwo Hotel Xalet Riberies**** Located in Passeig de Gràcia, Barce- La Coromina – lona’s most elegant and fashionable This modern yet cozy mountain hotel is avenue, a veritable paradise for shop- Rest. Salvador located in Pallars Sobirà county, twenty pers, a stone’s throw from Gaudí’s Casa minutes from the Aigüestortes National Batlló and La Pedrera houses, this is a Casaseca*** Park and the ski resorts of Port-Ainé, boutique hotel designed for all those who Esquí and and thirty love the exclusiveness and privacy offered The Hotel Xalet La Coromina and the minutes from Baqueira Beret. The area, by a small establishment that provides Salvador Casaseca restaurant form an guaranteed to delight lovers of nature customised services. All guest rooms are inseparable pair. Located in Montseny, the in general and unspoilt high mountains equipped with Etro amenities, Nespresso hotel-restaurant complex enables guests landscapes in particular, provides the coffee maker, Bang & Olufsen TV, sound to enjoy exceptional cuisine in a superb ideal setting for the region’s magnificent system for iPod and iPhone, smart sys- setting. Here, the maxim is to treat one’s Romanesque architectural sites. tems and Wi-Fi. Executive and Privilege guests as one would like to be treated. The hotel services include: spa centre with rooms with private terrace are also avail- The establishment, which has been jacuzzi, sauna, steam bath, contrast show- able. Free Internet connection in the Busi- awarded the Commitment to Tourism ers and heated loungers; a wellness (beauty ness Centre. Other services include Wi-Fi, Quality seal of approval, also offers guests and health) centre with relaxation and well- meeting rooms and Honesty Bar, open the chance to enjoy exclusive GPS routes. ness facilities, massage, body and facial from 7.30 pm to 1 am. treatments and solarium; an eco-friendly • Cuisine: dishes feature such ingredients fishing area; and a horseback riding centre. • Wine tasting (Fridays), free for hotel guests. as chestnuts, mushrooms and truffles. — • Dishes made using ingredients from • À la carte menu featuring dishes made Passeig de Gràcia, 62 Viladrau, the surrounding county, and from seasonal local produce. 08007 Barcelona organic produce. • Gourmet menu. Tel. +34 932 724 180 • Customised tasting menus for vegetar- • Food and wine pairing courses. Fax +34 932 724 181 ians and celiacs. Themed menus (calçots, • Wide selection of caves and wines. [email protected] mushrooms, liver pâté, pulses, etc.). • Special menus: diets, vegetarians, www.sixtytwohotel.com • Business meetings with wine- and culi- celiacs, etc. nary-related activities. • Packages: relaxation, hiking, etc. — Camí de Riberies, s/n — 25595 Llavorsí Carretera de Vic, 4 Tel. +34 973 622 051 17406 Viladrau Fax +34 973 622 231 Tel. +34 938 849 264 [email protected] Fax +34 938 848 160 www.riberies.com [email protected] www.xaletcoromina.com

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Mas de Torrent Hotel & Spa*****

Right in the heart of the Empordà region is one of Catalonia’s most outstanding hotels: Mas de Torrent Hotel & Spa. The features at this five-star hotel and spa, a member of the world-famous Relais & Châteaux chain, include a magnificent setting, spectacular views and charming gardens, as well as the finest service. The main building is housed in a traditional 18th-century Catalan farmhouse, or masia, which has been carefully restored whilst also conserving its age-old charm. Inside are 10 of the 39 hotel suites, as well as the Restaurant Mas de Torrent, one of the fin- est gourmet establishments in the area. In the superbly-landscaped grounds are 22 Garden Suites, 7 Taronger (“Orange Tree”) Suites with private pool, the modern Mas Spa and the Poolside Restaurant (Restau- rant de La Piscina), a relaxed eatery where, nevertheless, the service is impeccable and the attention to detail impressive.

• Mas Gastronomic Experience. • Cookery classes with our chef. • Wine tasting and visits to wineries. • Open view of kitchen (Poolside Restaurant).

— Mas de Torrent Hotel & Spa Afores, s/n 17123 Torrent Tel. +34 902 550 321 Fax +34 972 303 293 [email protected] www.mastorrent.com

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CostaVision Food Wine Tours - Gourmand Incoming Ocio Vital Breaks Services Ocio Vital is a recent tour operator, a Culinary Tours market leader specialising in “wine and Catalonia is one of the tourist destinations food tourism experiences”. In offering its Gourmand Breaks is a recent tour with the greatest diversity of quality local services, the company carefully selects the operator specialising in wine, culinary and food products, found at markets, specialist finest destinations, the most exciting win- cultural tours in Catalonia and the rest shops and a vast network of restaurants all eries, the most spirited producers and the of Spain. The company organises such over the country. Moreover, Catalonia has most appropriate professionals. activities as: private cookery classes; vi- long wine-making traditions, and boasts The experiences that Food Wine Tours - sits to the finest wineries; tastings of local an impressive list of appellations of ori- Ocio Vital proposes are aimed at individual produce, such as cheese, olive oil, char- gin. Over the years, the country has won travellers, groups and companies. Activi- cuterie and chocolate; and guided cultural countless accolades in recognition of its ties are adapted for people with disabilities sightseeing tours focusing on Gaudí, Dalí merits as a quality destination. Costavision or reduced mobility, and are available and Picasso. Gourmand Breaks tours in- is an incoming tour operator that is familiar in several languages: Catalan, Spanish, clude: accommodation at select four- and with all this natural wealth, and is devoted English, French, German, Italian, Japanese five-star hotels and/or small, charming to providing services in Spain, and Swedish. farmhouses; expert guides; and transport. and . We organise specialist food Customised tours are also available, adap- and wine activities for groups and indi- • Food and wine weekends and routes. ted to the client’s particular interests and vidual gourmets. • Cookery classes and workshops. preferences, as are special tours during • Tastings: wine, beer, cheese, chocolate, the harvest season. • Accommodation at hotels and winery flowers, etc. hotels at all the main food and wine tour- • City breaks: tapas tours. • Guided tours of the finest wineries ist destinations. • Corporate events: team building, wine in the area. • Customised, specialised tours and and food competitions, gourmet casino, • Cookery classes and workshops routes all over the Peninsula. competitive tasting... • Tastings of local produce: olive oil, • Quality wine- and olive-oil-tasting activi- charcuterie and cheese, amongst others. ties and catering services. — • Guided tours of the finest wineries • Company incentives linked to gourmet Ronda Universitat, 12, 4t, 7B in the area. food and wine experiences. 08007 Barcelona • Visits to markets and fish markets. Tel. +34 933 171 909 • Wine and food events for companies. — [email protected] C. Pau Claris, 99-101 www.foodwinetours.com — 08009 Barcelona www.ociovital.com C. Osca, 4 Tel. +34 933 197 072 17003 Girona Fax +34 933 101 042 Tel. +34 972 219 640 [email protected] +34 629 290 749 www.costavision.es [email protected] www.gourmandbreaks.com

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Grup Natura Pep Palau, The Wine Grup Natura is the only organiser/whole- von Arend Colours saler in Spain with a specific wine and food tourist catalogue under the company’s own & Associats The Wine Colours is a recent tour name and brand: Baccus Wine Hotels & operator specialised in wine and food Tours. The experienced Grup Natura staff Pep Palau, von Arend & Associats is a tourism for visitors from all over the world specialise in organising individual and group company devoted to such activities as: who wish to savour Catalan wines and trips, both domestic and international, creating and launching food and wine cuisine. We organise custom-made tours offering thirty destinations and a further brands; conceptualising and producing and exclusive activities throughout Spain, thirty food and wine routes, along with fully promotional campaigns and initiatives; or- with routes combining various activities: customised services. Selection of charming ganising trade fairs and conferences; stag- wine tasting; workshops on local cuisine; four- and five-star hotels. ing culinary events, special meals, awards introductions to food and wine tasting; Grup Natura products combine wine and competitions; and providing culinary and active and cultural tourism activities, tourism and gastronomy with wellness at advice to institutions, companies and as- including accommodation at outstanding spa hotels and spa and thalassotherapy sociations, amongst others. establishments. We strive to create unique centres. The company also organises pack- Integral communication services, including: holiday experiences that enable visitors to ages, including accommodation at centres press office, promotion and public rela- discover the destination, the land, the that specialise in wine therapy treatments. tions, marketing and advertising, commu- traditions, and the local wine and cuisine Wine routes in DO appellation regions: nication campaigns, consultancy, website at a leisurely pace. , Empordà, Pla de Bages, maintenance, etc. Conca de Barberà, Penedès, Cava, Priorat Other services include designing, manag- • Customised wine routes all over Spain. and Montsant. ing, coordinating and implementing local • One-day trips from major cities. wine and food tourism and development • Wine and food tourism weekend breaks. — projects. • Wine, cheese and olive oil tasting and Av. València, 14-16, 3r cookery workshops. 08750 Molins de Rei — • Corporate events linked to the world of Tel. +34 936 801 600 Pol. Ind. El Dolcet. food and wine. Fax +34 936 800 944 Ctra. Sant Hipòlit - , s/n [email protected] Apartat de correus 64 — www.grupo-natura.com 08560 Manlleu C. Rosselló, 346-348, entl. 2a Tel. + 34 938 833 045 08025 Barcelona Fax + 34 938 894 304 Tel. +34 934 576 278 [email protected] [email protected] www.forumgastronomic.com www.thewinecolours.com

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Winebreak

Winebreak designs creative wine experi- ences. The world of wine provides the common thread that enables us to meet all corporate needs, combining leisure and company development. Many and varied select wine, sommeliers and speakers at outstanding sites, all in superb settings.

“creative” activities: • Creating a united group: teambuilding and incentives. • Generating added value: networking and cocktails. • Developing skills: leadership and storytelling. • Wine tasting: outstanding professionals introduce the finest wines. • Wine and food pairing dinners and events link to wine culture.

— Carrer Ramón Turró, 100-104, 1r-8a 08005 Barcelona Tel. +34 932 215 974 Fax +34 932 215 973 [email protected] www.winebreak.es

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Agència de Ajuntament Ajuntament Promoció Turis- d’Alcanar d’Alp me de Sitges Visitors to the town of Alcanar will find a During the “Alpalplat” Culinary Festival, range of fresh produce, the fruits of both restaurateurs in the town taking part in This “Sitges Tourist Board” has now laun- the earth (dry farming products, olive oil the campaign offer free tastings to visi- ched a trade and food club under the name and a full range of vegetables from the tors. These dishes are made from local “Best Sitges”. The club now plays a leading market garden) and the sea (fish and produce, including cabbage, game, mush- role in the campaign to develop these two seafood). All these typically Mediterra- rooms, duck and turnips in autumn and sectors in the resort and in external promo- nean ingredients are masterfully brought other seasonal produce in spring, as the tion of Sitges as a holiday resort. together in the superb local cuisine, which event is held twice a year, with events last- “Best Sitges” is a seal of approval and is both tasty and original. Particularly rec- ing nearly a month on each occasion. quality awarded in recognition of establish- ommended are the fish dishes, including Having tasted the local delicacies, visitors ments that are part of the club. All partner the famous local prawns and delicious are invited to give their opinions and rat- establishments display the “Best Sitges” suquet de peix, a fish typical of Les ings on www.alpalplat.com. This website seal in their windows, making them easy Cases d’Alcanar. Moreover, local restau- also contains information about the restau- to identify. In order to promote members’ rants are starting to introduce oranges rants taking part in the festival, the dishes services a guide has been published. —Alcanar is Catalonia’s leading producer on offer, the most popular recipes, the Entitled “Best Sitges”, menjar i comprar a of citrus fruit— into their desserts and into programme of activities, etc. Sitges (“Best Sitges”, Eating and Shopping the local cuisine in general, creating deli- in Sitges), this publication is available, free cious and exciting new dishes that visitors • Alpalplat Culinary Festival. of charge, from member establishments to the Citrus Fruit and Shrimp Show can • Rice cooking contest (). and the Tourist Information Office. try for themselves. The restaurants here • Escudella Stew Festival (Carnival). are enthusiastic in their promotion of the • Sitges Summer Stock Fair (September). local cuisine, placing these establishments — • Tasting Menu (September). amongst Alcanar’s main tourist attractions Av. Tossa d’Alp, 6 • Wine Fair (September). throughout the year. 17538 Alp • Christmas Campaign Tel. / Fax: +34 972 890 385 (December-January). • XVII Citrus Fruit and Shrimp Show (or- [email protected] • Sitges Winter Stock Fair (March). ganised by Alcanar-Apehtma Restaurant www.alpalplat.com and Catering Association from Decem- — ber 1-12, around the holiday week- Sínia Morera, 1 end celebrating the ). 08870 Sitges • Ebro Delta Mussel Festival (organised Tel. +34 938 109 340 by Cademar, last Saturday in July). +34 902 103 428 Fax +34 938 944 305 — [email protected] C. Lepanto, s/n (Passeig Marítim) [email protected] 45569 les Cases d’Alcanar www.sitgestour.com Tel. / Fax: +34 977 737 639 www.bestsitges.cat [email protected] www.alcanar.cat

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Ajuntament Ajuntament Consell d’Empuriabrava - de Vilanova Comarcal del Castelló i la Geltrú Baix Empordà d’Empúries The Vilanova i la Geltrú city council pro- The Baix Empordà County Council is the motes the local cuisine and the character- public authority responsible for promoting The Empuriabrava – Castelló d’Empúries istic products and dishes in this seaside and disseminating the cuisine of the Baix local authority promotes the local cuisine, resort, as well as managing and promoting Empordà county, particularly in promotional products and ingredients from the cuisine of municipal markets, shows and fairs. campaigns and culinary events launched the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà wetlands and by local authorities and private tourist establishes criteria for restaurant menus. • XXXVIII All competition (June 19). associations. The Baix Empordà cuisine Moreover, the council organises season • Demonstration and Tasting of Ranxos is rich and varied, making this county a gourmet menus to enable diners to try local Mariners (June 20). leading food and wine tourist destination. culinary specialities. • Festival of Xató and Winter Cuisine Moreover, many local establishments have For its part, Castelló d’Empúries Eco-Mu- (November 28). been awarded the “Q” seal of approval for seum and Flour Mill, established in 1998, • 19th-Century Market (Sunday after the tourist quality, as well as ISO and EMAS organises the Bread, Flour and Wheat Fair Feast of Sant Isidore, May 2011). certificates, among other distinctions. to raise public interest in wheat-growing and the production of flour and other prod- — • 11 food and wine promotional campaigns. ucts (mainly bread). Plaça de la Vila, 11, 2n • 3 food and wine festivals. 08800 Vilanova i la Geltrú • Catalan and Empordà cuisine cookery • Bread, Flour and Wheat Fair. Tel. +34 938 141 818 classes. • Seasonal tasting menus. Fax +34 938 140 702 • Craft producers. [email protected] • Markets and food and wine fairs and shows. — www.vilanovaturisme.cat Av. Pompeu Fabra. Edif. Centre Cívic www.vilanova.cat — 17487 Empuriabrava Tarongers, 12 (Can Salamó) Tel. +34 972 450 802 17100 la Bisbal d’Empordà Fax +34 972 450 600 Tel. +34 972 642 310 [email protected] Fax +34 972 645 575 www.castello.cat [email protected] www.cuinadelsaiguamolls.cat www.visitemporda.com www.ecomuseu-farinera.org

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Consell Enoturisme Oficina de Comarcal del Penedès Turisme de Vic Pallars Jussà Enoturisme Penedès offers a range of care- Opened more than twenty years ago, Vic fully-selected caves and wineries, muse- Tourist Information Office has since become Through its Department for Economic ums, wine bars, tourist service companies, the tourist hub in the Osona county. The Development and Tourism, the Pallars comfortable accommodation and superb office coordinates the many and varied Jussà County Council promotes a restaurants where visitors can enjoy the fin- attractions in the city as regards leisure, complete range of activities related to local est Penedès cuisine, perfectly paired with culture and food and wine. quality culinary products. The department the renowned local cava and wine. Services: guided tours, “Saturday in Vic”, participates in promotional fairs and Discover the Penedès region through end- every Saturday from March to December, fosters initiatives aimed at disseminating less range of proposals that combine visits at 5 pm; guided tours for groups, adapted the rich culinary heritage of Pallars Jussà. to wineries, walks amidst vineyards, tast- to their interests; audioguide hire for ing courses, cultural heritage and charm- visits to the old town (in Catalan, Spanish, • Pallars Food and Wine Fair: ing accommodation. French and English), adapted for people Spring Fair in . Enoturisme Penedès is an initiative with visual impairment; Segway route • Pallars Jussà Food and Wine Festival launched by the Alt Penedès Tourist Board through the old town, with monitor and (Autumn). to promote, manage, inform and advise audioguide (advance reservation required). • Quince Fair (Autumn). about wine tourism facilities in the region. The Plana de Vic BTT mountain bike centre • Medicinal Fair (Spring). suggests eleven routes around Vic, Manlleu — and the Montseny mountain passes, a total — C. Hermenegild Clascar, 1-3 of over 200 km of signposted paths with C. Soldevila, 18 08720 Vilafranca del Penedès different levels of difficulty. The Vic Tourist 25620 Tremp Tel. +34 938 170 160 Information Office has been awarded Tel. +34 973 652 103 Fax +34 938 199 365 the Sicted seal of integral tourist quality. Fax +34 973 653 210 [email protected] [email protected] www.enoturismepenedes.cat • Dijous Llarder (“Fat Thursday”). www.pallarsjussa.net http://altpenedes.synctur.com • Lactium (cheese industry fair, first week- end in May). • Weekly market in Vic (Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays, all year round).

— C. Ciutat, 4 08500 Vic Tel. +34 938 862 091 [email protected] www.victurisme.cat

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Patronat Patronat Patronat Municipal de Municipal de Municipal de Turisme Turisme Turisme de Calafell de Salou de Tarragona

The fruits of the sea and the earth, wisely The Salou Tourist Board is an open, active Through the Tarragona Essència food combined, form the base of the gastro- organisation that promotes and supports club, the city of Tarragona promotes local nomic delights of Calafell, and the star dish tourist initiatives in the town and brings food and wine by training catering profes- on the local menu is arrossejat, a rice and together all those involved in the tourism sionals and raising awareness amongst seafood casserole simmered in fish stock. sector to work to make this resort a lead- restaurant clients. The club launches both No visit to the town is complete without ing tourist destination. All the beaches in local initiatives and outside promotional tasting this authentic, traditional home- Salou are adapted for people with reduced campaigns that focus on Tarragona’s made dish, with its unique, refined flavour. mobility and offer free beach wheelchair star products: oily fish, prawns, Moreover, the many different restaurants services. Salou was awarded the Family sauce, etc. By this and other means, the in Calafell, some renowned internationally, Destination Certification seal of approval aim is to make Tarragona a reference in also offer a varied menu of tasty dishes. in 2003, and all the local beaches and the culinary world and to strengthen the coves have been awarded the ISO 14001 appeal of local restaurants by ensuring the • Popular xatonada (xató salad festival; certificate. finest service and promoting quality local Calafell forms part of the Xató Route). products (identified by the PLQ label). • Festival of the Sea (May). • Dance Olympiad (May 1-4). • Popular arrossejat rice dish festival • International Women’s Cup (May 16-18). • “Tàrraco a Taula”, festival reconstructing (first Saturday in June). • Anada a l’Antiga period costume festival Roman food and drink. • Popular food and wine fairs in summer. (July 6). • DO Tarragona Wine Fair. • Castanyada fair. • “Golden Nights” (August 10-15). • Romesco Sauce Master Chef Competi- • RACC Catalunya – Costa Daurada Rally tion (Tourist Information Office: — (October 2-5). [+34] 977 226 408). C. Sant Pere, 29-31 • Ballroom dancing: 10th Spanish Open 43820 Calafell (December 6-8). — Tel. +34 977 699 141 C. Major, 39 Fax +34 977 692 981 — 43003 Tarragona [email protected] Passeig Jaume I, 4 – Xalet Torremar Tel. +34 977 250 795 www.calafell.org 43840 Salou Fax +34 977 245 507 www.turisme.calafell.cat Tel. +34 977 350 102 [email protected] +34 977 351 986 www.tarragonaturisme.cat [email protected] www.tarragonaessencia.cat www.salou.org www.diputaciodetarragona.cat www.tarracoviva.com www.dotgn.cat

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Patronat Regidoria Thermalia. Museu Municipal de Turisme i oficina de Tu- de Turisme i Comerç risme de Caldes del Vendrell de Deltebre de Montbui

El Vendrell Tourist Board has the utmost The Deltebre Tourism and Trade Of- Caldes de Montbui is a spa town that respect for local food and produce, the fice promotes tourist attractions in the enjoys unique physical and climatic condi- fruits of the earth and the sea, which form area: natural heritage, traditions and any tions thanks to the local medicinal mineral the basis for the cuisine here. No visit to El initiatives launched in the area. For this springs, which make it possible for a huge Vendrell is complete without a taste of the reason, and remembering that food and variety of garden produce to grow here. typical xató, a superb and nutritional com- drink comprise one of the main tour- The restaurants, bakers’ and pastry shops bination of escarole, shredded salt tuna ist attractions in the Ebro Delta region, of Caldes all make and sell such typical and cod, anchovies, black and a number of events are organised here local dishes and sweets as carquinyolis , all seasoned with delicious, spicy throughout the year to enable visitors to and mató, milk curd, both covered by romesco sauce. In February, the Popular discover the quality of the local products the county appellation for food and wine Xatonada (xató salad festival) takes place, and the unique nature of Deltebre cuisine. products, and both excellent with honey as does the Xató Master Chef Competi- – and the local honey is amongst the best tion. Another traditional dish in El Vendrell • Rice-planting Festival in the country! Other outstanding local is coca enramada, savoury bread topped (second Sunday in June). products include: pastes de sopa, made with oil, spinach, beans, red pepper and • Delta Gourmet Gastronomic Conference here traditionally since the 19th century; and accompanied by and (some weekends over the year). cherries, famed for their delicious flavour; herrings. Visitors to El Vendrell will find this • Rice Harvest Festival (third Sunday in charcuterie products such as llonganissa delicacy at the local bakers’ and cake and September). sausages; and Les Flors del Remei, per- pastry shops all year round. Other popular • Ebre Gourmet (Terres de l’Ebre Food haps the most typical liqueur in Caldes, local sweetmeats you might like to try in- and Wine Fair) (October 2, 3 and 4). made from aromatic herbs. clude rostes, orelletes and bufats. • Ebro Delta Winter Culinary Fair (throughout November). • Fem Bullir l’Olla food and craft market — (third weekend in March). Av. Brisamar, 1 — • Cherry Food Festival (May-July). 43880 Coma-ruga (el Vendrell) Plaça 20 de Maig, 1 • Seasonal gourmet menus. Tel. +34 977 680 010 43580 Deltebre Fax +34 977 683 654 Tel. +34 977 489 309 — [email protected] Fax +34 977 489 515 Pl. de la Font del Lleó, 20 www.elvendrellturistic.com [email protected] 08140 Caldes de Montbui www.deltebre.net Tel. +34 938 654 140 Fax +34 938 653 400 [email protected] www.visiteucaldes.cat

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Turisme Turisme de Turisme de Cambrils la comarca de Lleida Cambrils is considered by many the del Priorat Turisme de Lleida is an autonomous or- culinary capital of the Costa Daurada, ganisation set up by the Lleida City Coun- an authentic school for quality cooking. El Priorat is a truly exceptional county, cil to promote the city amongst visitors The exquisite and original local fish and boasting spectacular landscapes and from around the world. The main attrac- , made from fresh, quality high-quality wine. There are two wine tions in the city revolve around quality and ingredients and the magnificent DO Siurana Designations of Origin here: the DOQ cultural tourism. The range of possibilities olive oil, combined with a long-standing Priorat qualified designation of origin and includes weekend packages, guided tours tradition, imbue these dishes with a DO Montsant. The local tourist informa- of the city, heritage revival activities and truly unique character. Cambrils has two tion office has designed a number of wine food and wine tourism. Finally, the initia- one-star Michelin restaurants, Can Bosch routes that take in both wine appellations, tives launched to project the city abroad and Rincón de Diego, as well as one enabling visitors to discover the local wine include the “Indible” Reservation Centre awarded two “suns” by the Campsa culture: visits to wineries, guided wine tast- and the Congress Office. Guide: Can Gatell. ing sessions, introductory tasting courses, etc. Visitors can also stroll through wine- • Information and Visitors’ Centre. • Forum of the Sea (congress on food and growing soil along the so-called Wine • Customised advice. wine and leisure activities, October). Trails, routes that are part of the network • Aplec del Cargol snail festival (May). • Shrimp Fair (February). of paths established by the tourist informa- • Ruta del vi de Lleida (wine tourism). • “Mechanical Fish” Festival (tasting of tion office. • Lleida Wine Festival (October). fideus rossos, sautéed noodles, every two years in October). • Visits to wineries on the DO Montsant — • Gastronomic workshop at some restau- Wine Route. C. Major, 31 bis rants on the village. • Visits to wineries on the DOQ Priorat 25007 Lleida • Popular Sardine Festivals (Feast of Saint Wine Route. Tel. +34 902 250 050 Peter and Feast of Our Lady of Carmel). • Walks amidst the grapevines on the Fax +34 973 700 480 • Cambrils Farm Produce Fair, with Wine Trails. [email protected] popular tasting activities (first fortnight in • Tasting sessions with commentary. www.turismedelleida.cat August). • Introductory wine tasting courses.

— — Passeig de les Palmeres, 1 C. Sant Marcel, 2 43850 Cambrils 43730 Falset Tel. +34 977 792 307 Tel. +34 977 831 023 Fax +34 977 792 625 Fax +34 977 831 150 [email protected] [email protected] www.cambrils-turisme.com www.turismepriorat.org

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Turisme de Roses

Turisme de Roses was set up to promote local tourism with a particular emphasis on the excellence of the cuisine in the resort, including dishes made from the fresh fish which is delivered to the market every day. The outstanding celebrations in the resort also include, first and foremost, a meal that takes place every year on the seafront promenade to close the exuberant local four-day Carnival on a high, friendly note. Visitors should also be sure to try Roses suquet de peix fish casserole, a traditional dish once prepared on boats and in the nearby coves, and which can now be sa- voured in the town’s restaurants. Finally, mention should be made of ranxó stew, cooked and served by the fishermen of Roses at their annual feast.

• Popular rice feast during Carnival (Monday of Carnival). • Roses suquet de peix fish casserole festival (throughout June). • Popular ranxó festival (Feast of Saint Peter).

— Av. de Rhode, 77-79 17480 Roses Tel. +34 972 257 331 Fax +34 972 151 150 [email protected] www.roses.cat

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Patronat Patronat Patronat de Turisme de Turisme de Turisme Costa Brava Diputació Diputació Girona de Barcelona de Lleida

This “Costa Brava-Girona Tourist Board” Barcelona Provincial Council supports ini- Terres de Lleida is a region that boasts was set up to promote and manage tourist tiatives to promote the rich and varied local a rich and varied cuisine, one particularly attractions in the Girona province. Today, cuisine through projects like Productes marked by contrast. Here, the recent as we enter the new millennium, the cui- de la Terra (Products of the Earth) and El emergence of a generation of excellent sine and all related activities in this region Parc a Taula (The Park at the Table). The young chefs combines with traditions that make Girona an outstanding destination provincial authority also seeks to advertise go back a thousand years or more. The for food and wine tourism. The secrets Barcelona’s culinary delights by providing cuisine of the Pyrenees and the inland behind the excellence of the cuisine here guidance and information for both public counties, each different and unique, are a include: the raw materials used, the ingre- and private stakeholders who organise compelling reason to come and enjoy Lle- dients, which are a gift of nature; and the fairs, tastings, festivals and routes that ida’s rich culinary landscapes. Traditional magnificent fruits of the sea and the earth, combine tourism, cuisine and wine. From Lleida fare fuses with modern new cuisine, both mountain and plain. the forest to the sea, from to the using quality locally produce… here are market garden, from traditional produce to traditional aromas seasoned with a touch — the most innovative initiatives, all this, plus of modernity. Av. Sant Francesc, 19, 4t four wine and cava DO appellations; the 17001 Girona food and wine of Barcelona province has • Food and wine fairs and shows. Tel. +34 972 208 401 something for everyone, and will satisfy • Popular food and wine festivals. Fax. +34 972 221 570 even the most demanding palate. • Product fairs. [email protected] • Food and wine routes. www.costabrava.org — Recinte Maternitat, Pavelló Mestral — Travessera de les Corts, 131-159 Rambla Ferran, 18, 3r 08028 Barcelona 25007 Lleida Tel. +34 934 022 966 Tel. +34 973 245 408 Fax +34 934 022 968 Fax +34 973 245 558 www.diba.cat/turisme SMS +34 973 900 900 [email protected] www.lleidatur.com

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Patronat Torisme Turisme de Turisme Val d’Aran de Barcelona Diputació Val d’Aran Food and Wine Festival: res- This “Barcelona Tourist Board”, a public taurants in Val d’Aran offer sample menus, body set up to promote the city of Bar- de Tarragona with the emphasis particularly on duck celona, showcases the attractions of the dishes. Occitan Mountain Cuisine Week: local restaurants in a programme called Terres de l’Ebre local restaurants in the valley offer gourmet Barcelona Gastronomy. This initiative menus featuring dishes made from Catalan embraces a broad spectrum of culinary The cuisine of the Costa Daurada and the and Occitan ingredients. suggestions, including a selection of 165 Terres de l’Ebre regions is varied and of First Sturgeon Gastronomy Festival: res- member restaurants, offering foodies the the highest quality. On the coast, we find taurants in the town of Les offer gourmet chance to discover and enjoy the most freshly-cooked fish and seafood, whilst lo- menus in which the star ingredient is superb cuisine. cally grown produce forms the basis of the sturgeon. rich, elaborate dishes found in the inland • Promoting Barcelona Gastronomy cuisine. Particularly outstanding amongst • Food and Wine Show: Autumn Cuisine Programme member restaurants. the many quality delicacies in the region in the Val d’Aran. • Promotions with chefs. are calçots, long, sweet onions, from the • Occitan Mountain Cuisine Week. • Restaurant reservation platform at Costa Daurada, and the typical rice dishes www.barcelonaturisme.cat. from the Terres de l’Ebre area. — • Markets of Barcelona Route. C. Sarriulèra, 10 • Barcelona Gourmet Walks. • Many food and wine festivals, fairs and 25530 Vielha popular tastings in towns all over the region. Tel. +34 973 640 110 — • Wine and cava tasting at wineries from Fax +34 973 640 372 , 123, entresòl the six Designations of Origin: Priorat, [email protected] 08008 Barcelona Terra Alta, Montsant, Tarragona, Conca www.torismearan.org Tel. +34 933 689 700 de Barberà and Penedès. www.visitvaldaran.com [email protected] • Annual Mediterranean Gastronomic www.barcelonaturisme.cat Congress in Cambrils, organised by the local Gastronomic Observatory.

— Costa Daurada Tel. +34 977 230 312 www.costadaurada.info Terres de l’Ebre Tel. +34 977 444 447 www.terresdelebre.travel

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Gastroteca

Gastroteca.cat is a website created to support the marketing of local produce and to promote both Catalan cuisine and food and wine tourism in Catalonia. This dynamic, interactive portal, created for the general public, cooperates closely with professionals in the sector. The gastroteca.cat site contains full informa- tion about Catalan products, where to purchase them, where to taste them, how to cook them, etc. Fairs, routes, news… gastroteca.cat is the gateway to all that is best in Catalonia.

• Christmas campaign: “A Taste of Catalo- nia this Christmas”. • Meetings bringing together the different sectors involved to generate cooperative initiatives. • Presence at fairs and presentations of gastroteca.cat all over Catalonia. • Promotion of quality Catalan agro-food products. • Compra a pagès guide to purchasing from farmers who sell their produce directly to consumers. • Catering campaign to promote the finest Catalan products: CÀTering amb el bo i millor de la nostra terra.

— Provença, 339, 1a planta 08037 Barcelona Tel. +34 935 515 457 Fax +34 935 515 464 [email protected] www.gastroteca.cat

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Marca Cuina Palau Robert Universitat Catalana The Palau Robert informs the public about Oberta de more than 800 itineraries throughout The Culinary Institute of Catalonia Founda- Catalonia, free of charge. The main points Catalunya, UOC tion (Fundació Institut Català de la Cuina, of interest on most of these routes are nature FICC) is a private, non-profit association and the Catalan architectural heritage. The UOC ( of Catalonia) set up to research, promote and dissemi- The information provided begins with an Department of Food Systems, Culture nate the Catalan food and wine heritage. introduction explaining the particular inter- and Society offers post-graduate and MA Thanks to support from the foundation, est of each route, followed by a detailed courses in food and culture, with particular the “Cuina Catalana” brand has been es- description of the route. Constant efforts emphasis on application in the tourist tablished with the aim of presevering tra- are also made to ensure that the informa- industry. ditional Catalan cuisine and promoting the tion provided is up-to-date. For example, use of quality produce from Catalonia. The the fieldwork has been used to georefer- — FICC’s goals are to: ence most of the routes so that they can Rambla del Poble Nou, 156 be downloaded to GPS devices. 08018 Barcelona • Work to conserve Catalan cuisine. Tel. +34 933 263 600 • Promote Catalan food and restaurants • Description of more than 800 routes Fax +34 933 568 822 by means of a seal of quality. throughout Catalonia [email protected] • Establish a network of restaurateurs, (in Catalan, Spanish and English). www.uoc.edu pastry-makers, gourmet establishments, • Free downloads of routes to GPS devices. food and wine producers and farmers. Under the “Cuina Catalana” label, these — will defend and promote the Catalan Passeig de Gràcia, 107 gastronomic cultural heritage. 08008 Barcelona • Preserve food biodiversity, and promote Tel. +34 932 388 091 and defend the rural environment and www.gencat.cat/palaurobert the activities that take place there.

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