Travelling through Catalonia also means tasting it. In a relatively small territory, you’ll find prestigious wines, flavourful oils, fresh fruit, unique legumes and native meats that have become true gastronomic icons. Products with Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) are a guarantee of quality and reflect the history, culture and character of each region. Wines and Cavas of Catalonia Catalonia is a land of vineyards. Its 12 wine designations of origin allow you to travel across the country through taste: from the robust reds of Priorat to the fresh aromas of Empordà, the reds of Penedès or the whites of Costers del Segre. In addition, Cava, with its own DO, is one of Catalonia’s great international emblems and a symbol of celebration worldwide. Extra Virgin Olive Oils Catalan olive oils have their own personality and are recognised with 5 PDOs: Siurana, Garrigues, Terra Alta, Empordà and Baix Ebre-Montsià. With low acidity, a delicate aroma and intense flavour, they are essential for understanding Mediterranean cuisine. A drizzle of olive oil over bread with tomato perfectly captures the essence of this land. Fruits of the Land: Cereals, Rice and Legumes Pals rice and Delta de l’Ebre rice are two gastronomic treasures that combine tradition and landscape. Santa Pau beans, small and round, bring a smooth taste full of nuances, while the ganxet bean, typical of Maresme and Vallès, is creamy and delicate. These products embody the land where they grow and the people who cultivate them. Native Meats and Traditional Cured Meats Meat also has a distinctive accent in Catalonia. Catalan Pyrenean veal (PGI) is raised in mountain pastures and offers tender, flavourful meat. Pota Blava chicken from El Prat, with its juicy meat and traditional rearing, is unique in the world. And the Vic cured sausage (PGI), matured in Osona’s cold, dry air, is one of the most emblematic cured meats in Catalan gastronomy. Seafood with Character The Mediterranean shines through products like the anchovy from L’Escala (PGI), artisanally cured with an intense, captivating flavour. On the coast, unique seasonal delicacies such as sea urchins are also enjoyed — a true marine delicacy. Fruits and Nuts of Prestige Catalonia is a pantry of fruit and nuts. The Girona apple (PGI) is crisp and sweet, while the Lleida pear (PDO) is fresh and aromatic. The Reus hazelnut (PDO) is essential in confectionery and adds flavour to both traditional and contemporary recipes. Cheeses with Their Own Identity The cheeses of Alt Urgell and Cerdanya (PDO) are made from cow’s milk in the Pyrenees and have a personality shaped by the mountains. Across the region, dozens of artisanal cheesemakers create unique products that enrich Catalonia’s gastronomic landscape. Catalonia, a Journey of Flavours and Traditions Discovering Catalonia also means tasting it. Every local product tells the story of a landscape and a way of life. Taste them, take them home with you, and relive the memories of an experience that combines gastronomy, culture and tradition in every bite.