From Michelin-starred restaurants to traditional Catalan flavors, Girona is a paradise for food lovers.
Girona is a true gastronomic haven, where cutting-edge fine dining coexists with the timeless traditions of Catalan cuisine. Here, every meal becomes a sensory journey: from a three-Michelin-star tasting menu to a simple yet exquisite seasonal tapa at a local market.
Michelin Stars & Creative Cuisine
The city has earned worldwide recognition thanks to the Roca brothers and their restaurant, El Celler de Can Roca, crowned several times as the best restaurant in the world. But they are not alone: Girona and the Costa Brava boast one of the highest concentrations of Michelin-starred restaurants in Europe. Visionary chefs and innovative proposals make this region a true pilgrimage site for food enthusiasts.
Traditional Catalan Flavors
Alongside avant-garde cuisine, you’ll discover authentic local recipes. In traditional taverns and country masias, you can savor dishes such as suquet de peix (Catalan fish stew), escalivada (charcoal-roasted vegetables), holiday canelons, or Girona’s iconic xuixos filled with cream. These recipes, passed down through generations, preserve the soul of the region.
Markets & Local Products
A stroll through Girona’s markets reveals the abundance of local produce: fresh vegetables, extra virgin olive oil, Empordà wines, artisanal cured meats, and unique cheeses. This bounty is the foundation of a cuisine that honors tradition while embracing creativity and innovation.
A Culinary Journey
Exploring Girona through its gastronomy is embarking on a cultural and emotional journey. Each dish tells a story: of the Mediterranean Sea, of the Pyrenean mountains, of farming traditions, and of the people who cherish their land.
To discover Girona is also to taste it.