EATING AND DRINKING
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Salt flats of Ses Salines d’Es Trenc in Mallorca.
Sun-Dried Salt from the Mediterranean Sea
Gourmands around the world are discovering the pleasures of Catalan salt Read more
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Fishing for Flavor: The Famous Mediterranean Anchovy
The strong, salty taste of anchovies is not everyone’s cup of tea, but the little fish from L’Escala has an illustrious past. Read more
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Pick & Pay: Creating a Home for Food Lovers in Barcelona
Pick & Pay helps food lovers experience the authenticity of dining out in bars and restaurants throughout the city. Read more
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Food manufacturers have begun producing a greater variety of vegan cheeses—with some success in replicating everything people love most about cheese, including its texture and taste. However, not all vegan cheeses are equal—and many have little nutritional value.
Vegan Cheese: What You Should Know
For many who go vegan, one of the hardest things to give up is cheese. Fortunately, there is an ever-increasing variety of vegan cheese alternatives on the market. However, many vegan cheeses are highly processed and have little nutritional value. Read more
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Nine Vegetables That Are Healthier for You When Cooked
Many believe that the less processed food is, the better. However, not all food is more nutritious when eaten raw. In fact, some vegetables are actually more nutritious when cooked. Read more
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Top Tips for More Sustainable Food Consumption
It can often feel overwhelming and insignificant to take small, positive actions, however, the power of collective action can be great—making better choices can inspire others to do the same, creating an even greater difference. Read more
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Most plant-based dairy alternatives don’t naturally contain the same vitamins and minerals that dairy does.
Plant-Based Milk Products: What You Need to Know before Making the Switch
One reason people switch to plant-based dairy alternatives is because of animal welfare and environmental concerns. But despite being marketed as alternatives to dairy, plant-based products don't contain the same vitamins and minerals that dairy does Read more
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Why Do We Love to Hate and Hate to Love Meat?
From the controversial carnivore diet to plant-based “meat” and lab grown meat, meat is everywhere. Read more
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Eggs: From Pagan Symbol to Christian Ritual
The humble hen's egg is the basis of many traditional dishes (and superstitions) in Catalunya and Spain Read more
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Why Extra Virgin Olive Oil Is Healthier than Other Oils
Numerous studies have shown that consuming olive oil—in particular extra virgin olive oil—can have many different benefits for our health. Read more
