Gourmet products local specialties and wines Spain

The numerous underground wine cellars in Torquemada are a veritable labyrinth, and the number of wineries is estimated to be more than 500. Built between the th and th centuries, they testify to the historical importance of wine in the region. Its most emblematic bodega, De de Valdesneros, offers a good example of these underground wineries.

Founded in 1983 by Manoli Rodríguez and Pepe Pérez, hence the name (Ma y Pe), this patisserie is one of Gaditana's sweet institutions. On the menu are sweets, chocolates, cakes and star products such as their violet-shaped and flavored sweets, presented in large glass jars, or their pan de cádiz, a kind of mazapán with candied fruit. With 300 specialties in all, it's considered one of the best assorted stores in Andalusia. A feast for the eyes, but not the only one.

Robert Camps is a small producer of handmade cheese based on goat milk. The quality of its cheeses has been rewarded several times during regional and international competitions.

It is the lighthouse of Puente Genil in the field of membrillo (quince paste), held today by the fourth generation, dedicated to its production and manufacture. The selection of the best products is done by hand in September. You can find natural membrillo, but also accompanied by nuts or other pieces of fruit, all presented in nice iron boxes representing, for example, Goya paintings and that you can keep after freshly tasted dough.

A very beautiful space to get acquainted with the wines of the region through a circuit that makes you see and understand the different methods of production and conservation according to the type of wine to which we wish to achieve. You can also enjoy wines and buy them in the shop.

Situated in front of the Zurriola beach, this bakery is the meeting point for those who worship good bread. Excellent cakes and madeleines at the counter (including an absolutely divine brownie!), coffee prepared according to the rules of the art, and above all beautiful country bread balls make the reputation of the place. In the basement, the "Bistro" area is popular with local hipsters for brunch and delicious sandwiches. Several addresses throughout the region, including in Irún (Colon Ibilbidea, 50) and Zarautz (Zigordia Kalea, 12).

This hippy market is very popular; dozens of sales points offer handicrafts, musical instruments... It is, according to us, the most interesting hippy market of the island, more typical and warm than the one in Es Canar. Besides, the owner of the place chooses himself the exhibitors at the beginning of the season, in order to favour the diversity of the products. Although a little less hippy than in the past, Las Dalias remains the most emblematic market on the island.

Asier, Amaya and Nerea inherited their passion for wine from their father. In their beautiful boutique in the Parte Vieja, they offer a vast selection of national and international wines, with no less than 1,000 references! Of course, Spanish wines are at the top of the list, and are accompanied by a wide variety of gourmet products: Iberian cold meats, canned tuna and anchovies, foie gras, olive oils, etc. Good to know: the house regularly organizes wine tastings on its premises. Find out about the dates!

This establishment has its origins in the market of La Bretxa, where for a long time Aitor Lasa's parents devoted themselves to selling the farm's products. With the taste of the land as his heritage, the son has therefore maintained the family tradition by creating this delicatessen renowned for its artisan cheeses, especially those made from Latxa sheep's milk. Among its careful selection, you will also find seasonal mushrooms, apple jelly, Iberian sausages, dried fruit and wines.

The market occupies a building built in 1927 by the architect Fermín Álamo. Its façade is a succession of brick arches and friezes representing plant themes. Until 1837 there was a church dedicated to Saint Blaise on this site. After its destruction, an open-air market was held here, which was then called the Plaza de la Verdura (Vegetable Square). Nowadays it has many stalls selling fresh produce.

It is impossible to leave Santo Domingo de la Calzada without having tasted the ahorcaditos (literally, "little hanged men"), whose name refers to the miracle of the hanged man. This pastry in the shape of a scallop shell is made from puff pastry and filled with almond cream. It is said that the recipe was invented in this traditional establishment. Note that the shop is also a specialist in artisanal ice cream, and has been for four generations! No less than 25 flavours can be found in the shop window.

Created in 1899, it is a family institution that is passed down from father to son, but keeps the family tradition intact. It is located right in the city centre and offers an amazing variety of quality pork products: cow, sheep, chicken, pork, rabbit, everything goes through it, and everything is good, as the house favours local products such as Girona beef or the Duroc breed of pork, raised in Catalonia. Enough to stock up on provisions with your eyes closed.

The craft market offers a wide range of local products (fruit and vegetables), but also Minorcan crafts: ceramics, avarca, decorative objects for the home... In the summer, the streets of the city centre host the "Night Market", which offers various leather goods and handicrafts. Concerts and popular dance shows liven up both markets. As for the street market, you can find everything! It's a great way to mingle with the locals and pick up some interesting items.

Run by Nuria and Josep, this establishment is a bit of an Ali Baba's cave for those looking for products from Setcases, but also from the whole Camprodon valley. The honey is certainly their main product, with many kinds offered: with flowers, eucalyptus, orange, thyme, raw, high mountain... But you will also find home-made jams, sweets, cheeses, " embotits ", kinds of cold cuts and also mushrooms, when in season. With the assurance that the quality will be there.

It is the oldest establishment in Pamplona, founded in 1810! It sells all kinds of traditional delicacies: turrón, truffles, almond biscuits and pine nuts... At the beginning of the 20th century, chocolate was made in the basement of a shop on Calle Zapatería, while roasting was done upstairs. Then, as the activity became too intense, production moved to the current shop around 1945, making Manterola a flourishing chocolate and coffee roasting industry.

In this confectionery founded in 1853, gourmands are supplied with biscuits, chocolates and candies. On the first floor, candles and candles are also made, entirely made by hand.

A pastry shop, confectionery and tea room all in one, Iturbe is a great Logroño classic. Since the sixties, this family-run establishment has been treating the town's inhabitants to chocolates, turrón, biscuits, cakes and pastries. A good address for breakfast, for example, or simply for the pleasure of a coffee con leche in a place that has remained very authentic. The house has another address in the modern part of town (Calle Poeta Prudencio, 4). A charming old-fashioned place for a sweet break!

A very small but strategic area for this dulcería, the oldest in La Laguna, which, as its name suggests, is next to the cathedral. Creamy treats that are essential at any time during your visit.

Since 2010, this new Carmen market has replaced the old one. Don't expect a beautiful structure of industrial architecture from the beginning of the last century, this one is modern and its visual is not its first asset. On the other hand, there are many stands and products of first freshness. Parking and toilets at your disposal.

Founded in 1980 by Antonio Álvarez, father of the current managers, this company has since then endeavoured to maintain the same artisanal processes that lead to the creation of a Trévelez Ham. A production that benefits from a PGI, a protected indication of origin, guaranteeing compliance with the various stages: rigorous selection of the white hams from which they start and natural ageing of the hams, from 17 to 30 months, at a temperature naturally maintained at 15°C. In the shop you can buy the precious hams, but also the cheeses and wines of the Alpujarra. The house also organizes guided tours in a drying room to understand the different stages of processing: curing, adding butter to protect the ham, sweating... etc., followed by a tasting of hams from Trévelez, Iberian bellota, accompanied by wines from the region.

In this traditional pastry shop, you can discover and taste the turrolate, a sweetness typical of the region, created in the 17th century. It is a combination of turrón and chocolate, made from cocoa, almonds or peanuts, sugar and cinnamon. If, in ancient times, it was reserved for women who had just given birth, today everyone can enjoy it, by eating it alone or by accompanying it with a slice of bread coated with oil. Normally after that, you're not hungry anymore, but you never know...

Opened in 1991 by Teobaldo Méndez who gave it his name, in homage to the Canary tree, this pastry shop produces all kinds of sweets. Some typical Canarian ones like roquetes, a kind of small fritters; truchas, small sweet empanadas; almendrados, almond and cinnamon biscuits and meringues. And others are all the latest, as this pastry shop is constantly renewing itself, even offering sugar-free cakes. As well as pastries and sweets.

This is the daily meeting point of the city's inhabitants. Before shopping for fresh products in the region, you can enjoy the soft silhouette of white arcades and the ochre of the blinds covering the patio. Set in what was the former convent of San Francisco, called the Madre de Madre de Dios de Osuna, it was one of the first buildings built in the seigneurial part of Osuna. From the old convent, there is only the cloister where the current outlets are arranged, the sculptures and objects that were present in the various churches of Osuna.

In a quiet little street overlooking the ramblings this is a place to taste madrilenes or porras, from potron-minet. His reputation in this area remains intact and the followers are numerous. To enjoy inside or on a terrace sheltered by a few plants.

Since 1886, this pastry shop has been a reference in San Sebastián, with five establishments throughout the city (the Parte Vieja is the most famous!). Today, the third generation of the Otaegui family continues to delight gourmets with its traditional Otaegui panchineta, a cake made of puff pastry and cream, covered with small pieces of toasted almonds. The house is also famous for its homemade turrón, huesos de santo (literally "saint's bones", made from marzipan), Russian cake and Basque cake.

Since 1860, this establishment has been offering ice cream, turrón andorchata (a Valencian drink made from tigernut juice) to gourmets. Founded by a family from the village of Jijona, the birthplace of turrón, the establishment is now run by the sixth generation. In addition to a wide variety of turróns, it offers many other sweets during the winter: polvorones (crumbly cookies), marzipan figures, candied fruit, chocolates and cavas... In the summer, you can enjoy their homemade ice creams with multiple flavors.

This modern-looking cafe next to a gas station doesn't really look traditional. And yet, this is where you can try the local specialty, the tarta de Mondoñedo, a cake made with angel hair and candied fruit. The company has been here for 50 years, and the "king of pies" has been passed down from father to son. And apparently, many representatives of the Spanish jet set swear by the pastries of Carlos Folgueira and his family! It is essential to stop by and try the recipe.

In the old Olot, this old grocery store had first opened its doors in 1808. It was taken over in 2015 by Gema and Ramon, for a long time sommelier at the prestigious restaurant Les Cols. And it has once again become a beautiful delicatessen where you will find canned food, but also fruit and vegetables and of course tourons when the season is right. The house has also opened a small bodega, installed in the basement, where it organizes tastings of local products, wines, cheese on the occasion of festive meetings.

La Canela is a well-known bakery that opened more than thirty years ago on the island (in 1986 to be exact) where you can find local specialities: ensaimadas, flaó, greixonera, orelletes, and many other sweet treats. The shop is also a good option if you are feeling peckish, as you will find a wide variety of quiches, coques (the Catalan pizza) and empanadas. Everything is made with passion by meticulous bakers on the same day, and the choice of ingredients is not left to chance.

Wine shop and spirits to the very tasteful design. Concerts are organised in a sporadic way in the basement of the shop.

After dreaming about it for a long time, Dido and Jurriaan, a Dutch couple, are now owners of a 25 hectare plot of land. On which the vines are grown biodynamically (100% natural, without addition or filtering). Made since 2020 in the old cooperative of Rabós, the wines they produce have names derived from albums or songs that form their soundtrack: Cloudbusting, Magic Potion, Sugar Magnolia and Doolittle, with new ones every year. Since spring 2023, you will also enjoy a restaurant with a view of the cellar.

Since February 2020, choco addicts have had a new landmark address in Girona: the Casa Cacao chocolate factory. At the head of this adventure is pastry chef Jordi Roca, the youngest of the three Roca brothers, who buys cocoa beans directly from small communities in Peru, Venezuela, Colombia and Ecuador, paying a fair price for them. You'll also be able to try xuixo, Girona's emblematic sweet, made according to a centuries-old recipe and filled with chocolate cream.

Since 1872, five generations have succeeded each other to offer these delicious churros of which only they have the secret. Be patient, because the queue is impressive! Churrería La Mañueta was founded on December 13, 1872, by Juan Fernández Calero, the grandfather of Paulina Fernández (currently in charge of the store), who keeps the activity going: the artisanal production of churros, cooked on beech wood from Navarre. This place has been for decades, and continues to be a prominent meeting point.

Opened in 2015, this store will delight lovers of organic products. You will find of course all kinds of fruits and vegetables, renewed according to the season, as well as cheeses, different varieties of honey, eggs, but also wines benefiting from the controlled designation of origin "La Palma". All carefully sourced, since the owners maintain a close relationship with their producers. You can also stock up on natural cosmetics, made in La Gomera, based on avocado or Aloe Vera.

This is the ideal place to stroll with your family and enjoy the friendly and popular atmosphere. This square is filled with market stalls and high quality merchandise. You can fill your shopping bag with fruits and vegetables before taking a break in one of the bars and restaurants offering delicious dishes, thanks to the freshness of the ingredients used. We recommend the butcher's shop and restaurant De Cruz Morales, which offers customers the possibility of tasting the products they have prepared.

Like a child's dream, this candy store will cure you of all your ailments! This small establishment stands out with its pharmacy look, the white floors and walls with shelves full of sweets stand out. Here you can pick up a bottle and prepare the perfect formula for smiling, celebrating Friday or overdosing on delicious sweets! You can personalize your bottle, and even organize your first aid kit. A perfect idea for an original gift or an unexpected activity that will delight your children.

Located on the main street of the Sarrià district, Major de Sarrià, this famous pastry shop is a historical establishment in Barcelona that has been open since 1886. Founded by the parents of the Catalan poet J. V. Foix, the pastry shop is now run by a cousin of the poet. Here you can enjoy all kinds of Catalan pastries, pastries, chocolates, ice creams and sweets. Try for example the carquinyolis (almond cookies) and the famous conchas, the emblematic shell-shaped cookies covered with chocolate.

The Escribà pastry shop, founded at the beginning of the 20th century, is one of Barcelona's traditional brands. Antoni Escribà, a third generation owner, is considered the founder of the Spanish gastronomic avant-garde. Currently, Christian Escribà and Patricia Schmidt, in design, run the three stores of this house. You must try the tortosa pastissets, made without interruption since 1906, choose a personalized cake or one of the chocolate sweets. You will melt with pleasure!

If you're one of those people who always carry candy in their bag, these handmade treats will become your best companions. Here, the classic style of the place blends with the modern presentation of the products. While you make your choice, watch the interesting process of making them! Take home a mix of candies of all possible flavors, colorful lollipops or even personalized sweets for your family. Perfect for travel, you can purchase one of their test tubes filled with miniature candies, with fun designs!

A noble house frequented by the chic clientele of Sant Gervasi. Since the 1960s, the same family has been in charge of this elegant pastry shop, which also serves as a caterer. During the festive season, especially at Easter and Christmas, the shop window is sumptuous! The chocolate creations are his specialty, some of them are almost works of art! The monas de pascua (traditional Easter cake) are definitely worth a look. Try also the delicious bunyols de vent (kind of small doughnuts).

This century-old tea room was created in 1910 just a stone's throw from the gardens of the University of Barcelona. The Cortés, originally from Jijona - the cradle of the Spanish turrón - have been preserving the family tradition and know-how for four generations. In addition to turrón, the undisputed star of the Christmas holidays, the house is famous for its horchata, a sweet drink made from Tiger Nuts juice, a typical Valencian drink. It is usually drunk in summer, very fresh, accompanied by a few waxes, a kind of elongated brioche. Also good homemade ice cream.

Sunday ice in Gràcia is an entire institution! So you won't be surprised if you see the world in front of this little glacier. Even if the hotel is not very attractive in terms of decking, its Italian ice cream really deserves a detour. Enjoy directly on the square or go back to the beautiful Carrer Verdi.

Catalan tradition, perfect for breakfast! The Viader family, whose history began in 1870, has preserved this excellent establishment where you could spend your day choosing sweets. The place is ideal to take a break and nibble a Catalan sponge cake accompanied by a chocolate milkshake, the famous Cacaolat that was born within these walls! You can also come and taste their traditional lunches or delicious desserts. If you don't have much time, take some of their yogurts to go, you won't be disappointed!

Ah, good Italian homemade ice-creams! Here, since 1936, dates from the foundation of the institution by Paolo de Rocco, the rallying point of all the gourmet ones of the capital granadine since four generations. A narrow flanked corridor of a very long aluminum bar leading to a small terrace at the bottom (fixes of Abenabar) to order baby food and horns: hazelnut, Málaga - yes, with the raisins -, Sherry, turrón, marron glacé..., of excellent cassata, queens of the night, of the cuts, like wonderful Cuore Amargo, and frozen tarts or horchatas and granizadas at handsome price. No color in view (us are hidden all!), order blind the exclusive recipes! Summer 2010, staff as a white shirt had the joy and the honor to serve Michelle Obama (and his staff) in visit! And every summer, if you notice world in the neighbourhoods, they are the guests who has a presentiment of themselves there.

Antonio carries on a family tradition by selling cow's milk with a cookie or flan. It's fresh and delicious! According to the legend, whoever stops here without drinking his glass of milk and eating his cookie will never succeed in getting married. Marketing before its time when the store was founded! Wedding or not, it is certainly the ideal break to get your strength back after a stroll in the pedestrian center before continuing your journey. Other local products are also available in the store.

Located on the ground floor of the Mendibil shopping centre, this charming covered market is very well stocked with cheese, vegetables, fruit, fish, meat and delicatessen. Here you won't be out of the ordinary, as many of its customers come from Hendaye, and even from Saint-Jean-de-Luz, to buy anchovies, olives or croquetas. Among its many stalls, don't miss the butcher Zubikoa, whose selection of Bellota ham is a marvel. Be patient, however, as it is often crowded in front of his stall.

It is in a small street starting from the Plaça de la Constitució that you will find the pretty pastel blue room and the pleasant terrace of the Vivi's Creamery, the other good ice-cream parlour of the old town. In addition to a wide selection of ice cream in a variety of flavours (pistachio ice cream will tempt fans) - with sweets, chocolates and other tasty treats - you can also enjoy excellent milkshakes and refreshing smoothies. Attentive service and very good location. Perfect for a sweet break.

In the heart of the famous Cava Baja, here is a shop appreciated for its gourmet products and good delicatessen. The ham cut with a knife and vacuum-packed is ready to go. The best product in the store is Iberian ham, but you can also buy chorizo, sausage, meat, Manchego cheese, and other typical Spanish cheeses such as Cabrales, Torta del Casar, Idiazába. To accompany the products, we also offer wine and Spanish liqueurs from La Rioja, Ribera de Duero and Orujo.