Ernest Hemingway once called Spain “the last good country left.” Judging by what they eat and drink, I couldn’t agree more. You can tell a lot about a …
Rituals of Wine, Food and Luxury in Classic Spain
Some of our favourite travel stories about the beauties and tastes of Iberia.

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For most wine drinkers, the holy grail of wine lies somewhere among the grand cru climates of Burgundy and the equally exalted first-growth sites of …
Eating is a holy ritual. The smells emanating through the air; the clanking of silverware; the first sight of a freshly prepared dish—gathering …
There is a movement afoot among a handful of international wine producers to save wine from itself. It’s nothing organized, but rather a small band …
The Columbus monument seen on the left is at the southernmost end of heralded La Rambla by the waterfront. The soaring ceiling inside La Sagrada …
One of the best parts of exploring a new city is simply wandering the streets, getting lost. Stumbling upon a hidden gem. Discovering a local hot …
The Cotton House Hotel does not make a grand entrance. At least, not from the outside. From the sidewalk of Barcelona’s busy Gran Via de les Corts …
Under crisp white linen, the chef’s table at Arzak is made of marble. It doubles as a prep station—an extension of the kitchen when not seated. An …
The 16-storey atrium in the Fairmont Rey Juan Carlos I is nothing less than spectacular. Eyes transfixed, your steps will halt when entering this …
Upon entering the lobby of the Ohla Eixample in Barcelona and heading to the check-in desk, travellers are offered a glass of cava. It is a simple …