Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona is the capital of the Catalonia region of Spain. Catalan food is similar to Mediterranean cuisine, with close proximity to the sea, provides access to fresh seafood. Fresh herbs and vegetables are used in abundance.

My favorite part of barcelona is la Rambla the city's main street, which is filled with vendors and street performers. La Boqueria the market along La Rambla is where you can taste the best Catalan cooking from different food stalls. It was featured in Anthony Bourdain's  'No Reservation' Spain episode.