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Chef Xavier Pellicer is responsible for this little piece of gastronomic heaven. The menu, short but always well chosen, changes seasonally and gives a new spin to local ingredients and traditional dishes, often mixing them with the exotic for surprising new tastes. The restaurant itself, a well-designed space done in soothing beiges and whites, is deserving of the excellent food served

 

Chef Xavier Pellicer is responsible for this little piece of gastronomic heaven. The menu, short but always well chosen, changes seasonally and gives a new spin to local ingredients and traditional dishes, often mixing them with the exotic for surprising new tastes. The restaurant itself, a well-designed space done in soothing beiges and whites, is deserving of the excellent food served.

 

A recent recipient of his first Michelin star, Alkimia’s chef Jordi Vila is one of the most talked-about chefs in the city. His popular restaurant, where cool, minimalist design reigns, is an excellent place to get a glimpse of Barcelona’s new gastronomic style. Dishes are re-inventions of local classics, like arròs negre (black rice) and steak tartare, and the menu changes seasonally.

 

A recent recipient of his first Michelin star, Alkimia’s chef Jordi Vila is one of the most talked-about chefs in the city. His popular restaurant, where cool, minimalist design reigns, is an excellent place to get a glimpse of Barcelona’s new gastronomic style. Dishes are re-inventions of local classics, like arrÚs negre (black rice) and steak tartare, and the menu changes seasonally

 

New in 2004, Cinc Sentits has been causing a lot of buzz around Barcelona. Another avant-garde dining option with a cool, contemporary design and an international vibe, Cinc Sentits has nevertheless managed to set itself apart by offering innovative combinations, like a dish that combines locally sourced anchovies and vinegar with American peanut butter. After all, chef Jordi Artal is a Catalan who grew up in Canada. For a real treat, try the tasting menu, a parade of tiny dishes showcasing the restaurant’s best offerings

 
 
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