Barcelona | Eat Spanish tapas to new heights
đ˝ď¸ Gresca, Barcelona: A Tapas Revolution (Global 50Best Discovery, and It Shows) This spot isnât just a tapas barâitâs a masterclass in reimagining tradition. Named one of the Global 50Best Discoveries, Gresca takes classic tapas and lifts them to new heights, wrapping it all in a vibe that screams âmodern cool.â ⨠The Vibe: Retro-Meets-Modern, With a Side of Fire The space? Equal parts vintage charm and sleek modernityâthink warm woods, clean lines, and an open kitchen that lets you watch the magic happen. đ¨đłđĽ Charcoal is the star back there: most grilled dishes get that smoky, depth-of-flavor boost from live fire, and you can practically taste the care that goes into each plate. 𼏠Veggie Starters: Simple, but So Thoughtful Their vegetarian small plates? Solid, with little sparks of genius: Charred cabbage heart, doused in a zesty sauceâtastes like a Spanish twist on âstir-fried greensâ (in the best way). Fresh white asparagus (in season!)âbright, crisp, letting the veggieâs natural sweetness shine. Roasted eggplant, peeled and dusted with a thin layer of Parmesanâcreamy, salty, perfectly balanced. Whole artichoke heart, so tender it almost tricks you into thinking itâs mushroom. Every veggie dish celebrates the ingredient first, with just enough seasoning to amp up the flavor without overpowering. 𼊠The Bold Bites (That Prove Tapas Can Be Adventurous) Calfâs Brain: A curveball, but so worth it. This underrated cut is tender, not weird, with a rich butter and basil sauce that makes it fresh, even fancy. (offal) newbies? Start here. Grilled Chicken Butt: Think Japanese yakitori vibesâjuicy meat, crispy edges, and that âcanât stop eatingâ appeal. Aged Rubia Galega Beef: Spainâs answer to Kobe, aged 6+ months, cooked to perfection. The flavor? Imagine the lingering richness of Cantonese waxed meat, but in a tender, melt-in-your-mouth steak. Chefâs kiss. đ˘ The One That Got Away: Roasted Pigeon We missed outâtheir signature roasted pigeon was just ordered by the table before us. Cue instant FOMO⌠and a solid reason to come back. đŚ (Next time, itâs mine.) Gresca doesnât just serve tapasâit tells a story: tradition, fire, and fearless creativity. Whether youâre a veggie lover, an offal adventurer, or just here for the vibes, this spot delivers. đ C/ de Provença, 230, L'Eixample, 08036 Barcelona #BarcelonaEats #TapasEvolved #Global50Best #FoodieHeaven