Food Lovers Company
Food Lovers Company
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11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Our project provides a truly personal experience for discerning travelers. Guided by a hand picked team with personal and professional expertise (natives guides) our Barcelona activities can be tailor-made or shared with a small group. Enjoy a real experience of Spanish gastronomic culture in the Old Town of Barcelona with local foodie guides in a truly local company. Discover Spanish gastronomy, life style and genuine sociability. Learn about the best of Barcelona’s history, culture and people, with a really local insight. Visit the city in a unique way with expert local guides.
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
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Travelers' Choice
2024
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Barb M
Glendale, CA3 contributions
Mar 2020
My husband and I signed up for this Barcelona walking food tour. Our lovely guide, Naomi, is a Barcelona native and very knowledgeable about the local food and culture. We went to 4 small, intimate places for really interesting tapas and a fabulous charcuterie, accompanied by vermouth, cava and some wine. I'm so happy we signed up for this tour on our first day in Barcelona as it helped to orient us to the city (the tour covered the Gothic quarter), and we learned what to expect in a tapas bar. Naomi also timed our arrival at the cathedral, where we climbed the tower, for sunset, which provided a nice photo op, and a beautiful view of the city. We would highly recommend this tour!
Written March 16, 2020
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Adam W
Philadelphia, PA36 contributions
Jul 2022
Cannot recommend enough. We ended up getting a private tour because no one else had signed up for the day/time, but they still did the tour anyway at the same price with just two of us. On the tour we went to many little restaurants we'd never have found or gotten into on our own even with the best research.
One great feature I'll note is that the tour did not feel "cookie-cutter" at all. Our guide was asking us throughout the tour what foods we like, what we'd eaten so far in Barcelona and adding in things she thought we'd like based on that which is a really great thing on a tour like this.
It can be really overwhelming in a city like Barcelona with such a culinary tradition and reputation to try and find the "right" places to go without finding yourself in a mob trying to get in to "the place." This tour did not disappoint in getting you to those really wonderful hidden gems with delicious food.
One great feature I'll note is that the tour did not feel "cookie-cutter" at all. Our guide was asking us throughout the tour what foods we like, what we'd eaten so far in Barcelona and adding in things she thought we'd like based on that which is a really great thing on a tour like this.
It can be really overwhelming in a city like Barcelona with such a culinary tradition and reputation to try and find the "right" places to go without finding yourself in a mob trying to get in to "the place." This tour did not disappoint in getting you to those really wonderful hidden gems with delicious food.
Written July 16, 2022
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Lindsey R
1 contribution
May 2023
My husband and I had the absolute best experience on our food tour with Susana! She took us to three different places, each with a unique and local twist, where she ordered each restaurant's specialties. Susana was warm, friendly, engaging, and extremely informative, about not only the food and drinks, but also the local history and customs. She even took us on a tour of a local church, where we climbed to the top of the bell tower for amazing views of the city. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Susana, and would recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun way to explore the city and experience tons of delicious foods and drinks!
Written May 29, 2023
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Jim S
Hockessin, DE29 contributions
Nov 2022
My wife and I took a private Tapas tour with Susana which was a wonderful experience! We met her in Barceloneta and proceeded on from there through the Gothic Quarter and ended up in El Born. Each of the stops were very different from one another, all with generous portions and the appropriate libation. Between stops, we walked through the neighborhoods, went up in a church tower for views, passed through the old gates in the Roman walls and generally got a good orientation to the city. The whole thing lasted over 4 hours, which seemed to fly by. We did it our first full morning in Barcelona, which I would recommend - we felt quite comfortable navigating the streets after that introduction. Susana was a delight to talk to and filled us in on all things Barcelona. Afterwards, she sent me a list of other restaurants to try, especially for an evening meal. We tried 3 of them during our stay. Highly recommend.
Written November 16, 2022
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Marisa M
1 contribution
Apr 2022
I would recommend this company to anybody who travels here and wants an amazing experience. Susannah was a very fun and very informative tour guide and went above and beyond her duties as our tour guide, even doing little detours to show us interesting facts about the city. Was definitely one of my favorite parts of my trip.
Written April 19, 2022
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jjgobears
Sacramento, CA23 contributions
Apr 2024 • Friends
Thank you to Susana and the Food Lovers Company for a memorable and delicious private food tour in Barcelona. We sampled food, wine and vermouth at 3 different taverns and restaurants with a bonus visit to an ice cream shop at the end. Susana led us through numerous alleys within El Born and the Gothic Quarter while educating us about Spanish cuisine and history. She is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide and is clearly passionate about her city and its cuisine. Following our tour, she ensured we had clear directions back to our hotel and the next day, she provided recommendations for restaurants and bars in a different area of the city. This tour exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend to anyone seeking an introduction to the Barcelona food scene.
Written April 28, 2024
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878KB1980
Apple Valley, MN15 contributions
Feb 2023
Being able to visit "local" eating places with a local tour guide to learn about and enjoy the food while, at the same time, touring the city while waling between restaurants was great.
Our guide Susana was a gem of a person whom my wife and I, along with three other people on the tour, appreciated. She took us to local food establishments that we never would have gone to on our own, and we were especially thankful we could skip the lines of people waiting to get in.
We are very glad that we opted for Food Lovers Company for our Barcelona food tour.
Our guide Susana was a gem of a person whom my wife and I, along with three other people on the tour, appreciated. She took us to local food establishments that we never would have gone to on our own, and we were especially thankful we could skip the lines of people waiting to get in.
We are very glad that we opted for Food Lovers Company for our Barcelona food tour.
Written March 5, 2023
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Nina E
1 contribution
Jul 2024 • Family
We had an incredible experience on the Private All-Inclusive Morning Food Tour in Barcelona with Food Lovers Company. Our guide, Susana, was fantastic and made the tour a highlight of our trip.
The tour provided a wonderful introduction to the city, highlighting a rich variety of local regional Catalan food specialties. We had the opportunity to savor incredible seafood dishes, excellent wine, and authentic vermouth. As an added treat, we visited a charming ice cream shop. Each stop on the tour was thoughtfully chosen, showcasing Barcelona's rich food culture.
Susana led our small group of three (my brother, my spouse, and myself) through the winding alleys of the El Born and the Gothic Quarter, areas steeped in history and charm. Susana's passion for her city and its food was infectious, making the tour both educational and enjoyable. Her engaging personality and insightful commentary provided us with a deeper understanding of Barcelona's cultural and culinary heritage.
I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to dive into the vibrant flavors and rich history of Barcelona. Whether you're a food enthusiast or simply curious about the local cuisine, this tour is a must-do!
The tour provided a wonderful introduction to the city, highlighting a rich variety of local regional Catalan food specialties. We had the opportunity to savor incredible seafood dishes, excellent wine, and authentic vermouth. As an added treat, we visited a charming ice cream shop. Each stop on the tour was thoughtfully chosen, showcasing Barcelona's rich food culture.
Susana led our small group of three (my brother, my spouse, and myself) through the winding alleys of the El Born and the Gothic Quarter, areas steeped in history and charm. Susana's passion for her city and its food was infectious, making the tour both educational and enjoyable. Her engaging personality and insightful commentary provided us with a deeper understanding of Barcelona's cultural and culinary heritage.
I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to dive into the vibrant flavors and rich history of Barcelona. Whether you're a food enthusiast or simply curious about the local cuisine, this tour is a must-do!
Written July 24, 2024
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Eric N
4 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
There is no substitute for having a knowledgeable insider to guide you through the vibrant Barcelona culinary scene, and the Food Lovers Company provides that essential navigation. Our guide, Susana, knows the best places to visit and has established relationships with the various proprietors. On our all-inclusive tour, she would walk in, engage them in fluent Catalan or Spanish, and learn what fresh ingredients they had just acquired and which signature dishes were available. We would have been at a loss to make these inquiries on our own. For our midday tour, we enjoyed a “fisherman’s brunch” – octopus two ways, cod in tomato sauce, grilled shrimp with the heads on and mashed potato balls, all accompanied by cold beer. Then we moved on to a spot that featured fried whole sardines, cured anchovies with tomatoes, onions and tiny olives, with glasses of vermouth. The tour isn’t just about food, though. Susana took us to a gate in the old Roman wall, the remains of a Roman temple, a courtyard where Spanish Inquisition trials were held and a stretch of the old road to Rome, lined with ancient burial sites. Of course we visited a place that carved Iberico jamon off the shanks, and also served us beef charcuterie, with sheep and goat cheese wedges and quince jelly. An ice cream shop topped it all off. When we asked for restaurant recommendations, Susana gave us a great tip: the tasting-menu lunch at Taberna Noroeste, where we had a fabulous experience a few days later. In fact, the Food Lovers Company tour and that lunch were the best two experiences we had during a two-week visit to northern Spain.
Written October 24, 2023
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Gene C
1 contribution
May 2022
We shared a wonderful evening touring neighborhoods, taverna’s and tapas bistros that everyday tourists would walk right by, or never even find! Our host Susana knew all the secret spots that only the locals know about! The food, beverages and hospitality was exceptional. Susana led tours were well organized, and every proprietor made room for our arrival …. while others had to wait outside! We booked this early during our time in Barcelona, and it made the rest of our dining experiences much more knowledgeable. In addition, Susana provided invaluable tips on other restaurants and neighborhoods to visit.
I cannot recommend this company’s service any more strongly! It was Magnifico!
I cannot recommend this company’s service any more strongly! It was Magnifico!
Written May 9, 2022
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What is the cost of the tour?
How many people are required for this tour?
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Written March 7, 2020
I believe the cost was $ 140 euro per person and it was well worth it. It lasted longer than 5 hours ( was scheduled fr 4 hours) but we were all enjoying ourselves so much the night continued! I don’t think there was a minimum requirement as far as number of people.
Written March 7, 2020
Is the price of the food and drink included in the 240 fee?
Written January 6, 2020
Yes all included more than you can possibly eat.
Written January 16, 2020
My husband is a very picky eater. He doesn’t eat sardines or anchovies or pulpo. What are other food choices available?
Written July 28, 2019
Dear, thank you very much for your interest!
Depending on the day of the week ,and the season , the food options are changing, we do not always eat sardines, anchovies or octopus. Please write to give us your approximate dates and we will recommend the best option for you. See our contact in Food Lovers Company website.
Other things we eat are Iberian ham and Iberian sausages, artisanal cheeses, croquettes, meats, seafood, sweets etc ... all traditional recipes with the best quality ingredients.
I hope to share this experience with you very soon!!
Nuria Canal
Written July 28, 2019
Hi Ellis, thank you so much for your interest in our tour!
You can check all the information on our website, which you can find in our tripadvisor profile.
There you will also find our e-mail contact, in case you prefer to write to us. (We are not allowed to publish contact info in this message, sorry about that!)
We will be glad to answear all your questions!
Can't wait to share our experiences with you!
Kind regards,
Nuria
Written April 3, 2018
Hallo!How can I found more about guide Nuria.Thank you.
Written June 29, 2016
Hi!
Thank you very much for your interest in our tour and in me as a guide :-)
Please, send us an e-mail with your questions via the contact form you can find in our website.
Thank you very much!
Nuria
Written June 30, 2016
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