GAB LAB Blog:  Stories of Food, Culture & City Life

There are moments in business that feel surreal—the kind that make you pause, reflect, and genuinely appreciate how far you’ve come. For us, this is one of those moments. Last year, we celebrated an incredible milestone: being named a TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best winner—an honor reserved for the top 1% of businesses worldwide. It was a moment of pride, gratitude, and validation. And now… we’re beyond excited to share this: 👉 We’ve won the TripAdvisor Travel

You're in Barcelona. You want to learn how to make paella — properly, not just stir rice in a pan for twenty minutes while someone talks at you. Finding a highly rated paella cooking workshop in Barcelona isn't hard. Finding one that's actually worth your time and money? That requires a bit more thought. This guide breaks down your real options, compares what each delivers, and helps you choose the right class for your trip — whether you've got a free afternoon, a group to en

You can eat paella anywhere in Barcelona. But learning to make it properly? That's a different story. Most people visit Barcelona and end up in a tourist-facing "cooking class" that rushes through the steps, skips the technique, and hands you a plate of mediocre rice at the end. It looks good on Instagram. It teaches you almost nothing. If you're searching for the best paella cooking class in Barcelona — one that actually respects the dish and gives you a skill you can take h

Spanish cuisine is one of the most renowned in the world, known for its bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and rich traditions. Spanish seafood paella , a colorful rice dish that epitomizes Mediterranean cooking, is one of its most iconic dishes. Of the many types of paella that have developed since then, the seafood one is certainly among the most popular—it hails from Spain’s Valencia region. If you’ve ever wanted to know how to make a seafood paella to rival what they serve

Discover why some people experience headaches or congestion from U.S. wine but not European wine. Learn about histamines, alcohol levels, sulfites, additives, and lifestyle factors that affect your reaction.

One of Europe’s best-loved food markets is La Boqueria, located just off Barcelona’s lively promenade, La Rambla. It is more than a marketplace; it is a living symbol of Catalan identity, both a gathering place for locals and chefs alike—as well as an essential stop for anyone who wants to understand the city’s true flavors. At Gastronomic Arts Barcelona we are convinced that in order really to appreciate Barcelona’s cuisine, it is important first to understand its roots. Tho