New in Town: Foodies

It often proved difficult for Daniela and Martin Santos to find affordable, nutritious lunch options near their past office jobs. So, in 2013, they dropped everything to start their own business. Foodies was originally a food delivery service, but in March of this year, the husband and wife team opened their first bricks and mortar place in Poblenou. Foodies Restaurant and Salad Bar sources bread from local bakers at Cruixent and the Yellow Bakery, certified organic beef burgers from the Pyrenees, and speciality, vegan sodas from Germany. Patrons have the option to make their own salad or order from a set menu that changes daily. And although most menu items are standard fare, they add their own creative spin to dishes, such as using a creamy avocado purée as a substitute for hollandaise sauce in the eggs benedict. The restaurant’s mission is to serve simple dishes all foodies can enjoy. “We’re foodies ourselves,” Daniela said. “We’re passionate about cooking, eating well and discovering new flavours from all around the world. And we are happy to welcome all those who feel the same way to our new restaurant.”

Foodies. Pujades 225.