Gastronomy

Calella is the tourism capital of the Maresme region, long renowned for the beauty of its beaches. But the city has plenty of other attractions that make it a must-see place to visit in the regions of Barcelona. This essential guide, listing just seven of them, is just a little taster to whet your appetite for exploring the rest!

Fer el Pessebre, decorar l'arbre de Nadal, anar a veure els Pastorets o menjar torrons són tradicions que, ben segur, repetirem aquestes festes. Són costums que passen de generació en generació des de fa molt temps. Malgrat tenir-les molt presents, coneixes els seus orígens i per què han arribat fins als nostres dies? Continua llegint una mica més i ho descobriràs.

Set between the Catalan Pre-Coastal Range and the Mediterranean coast, the DO (Designation of Origin) Penedès is an outstanding winegrowing area with the largest production yield in Catalonia. The quality of the soil, the sun exposure and the sea breeze go a long way to explaining the success of wines and cavas capable of surprising even the most demanding of palates. The region also has the largest number of wineries, along with a wide-ranging wine tourism offering that you can also enjoy with the family.