8 Best Ideas for Holidays in Barcelona

Barcelona, the vibrant capital of Catalonia, Spain, is a city that seamlessly blends rich history, stunning architecture, lively culture, and beautiful beaches. Whether you’re a foodie, an art enthusiast, or a history buff, Barcelona has something to offer everyone. In this blog post, we will explore 10 Best Ideas for Holidays in Barcelona, including the luxurious experience of hiring a private chef for a private dinner party. Let’s dive in!c ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.

1 Make your holidays special by hiring your own private chef in Barcelona

Elevate your Barcelona holiday with a private chef experience. Enjoy personalized dining in the comfort of your accommodation, savoring exquisite cuisine and creating unforgettable memories in the heart of this vibrant city. Let a skilled chef craft a culinary journey that caters to your tastes and preferences, bringing the flavors of Barcelona directly to your table. Indulge in a truly exceptional dining experience while immersing yourself in the rich culture and gastronomy of this captivating destination.

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2 Marvel at the Architectural Wonders

Start your Barcelona adventure by exploring the architectural marvels created by the renowned Antoni Gaudí. Visit the stunning Sagrada Familia, Casa Batlló, and Park Güell to witness Gaudí’s unique and surreal designs that have become synonymous with Barcelona’s identity.

3 Stroll Through the Gothic Quarter

Immerse yourself in the city’s history by wandering through the narrow medieval streets of the Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic). Admire the Gothic architecture, visit the Barcelona Cathedral, and explore charming plazas filled with cozy cafes and boutiques.

4 Indulge in Tapas and Catalan Cuisine

No trip to Barcelona is complete without savoring its culinary delights. Explore the city’s bustling food markets like La Boqueria and enjoy tapas hopping at traditional taverns. Be sure to try local specialties like paella, seafood, and Catalan classics like escalivada and crema catalana.

5 Experience the Magic of Flamenco

Immerse yourself in the passion and intensity of flamenco, a traditional Spanish dance form. Several venues in Barcelona offer mesmerizing flamenco performances where you can witness the intricate footwork, soulful singing, and powerful guitar melodies.

6 Relax on the Beaches

Barcelona is blessed with several beautiful beaches where you can soak up the sun and unwind. Head to Barceloneta Beach, the most popular beach in the city, to enjoy a refreshing swim, relax on the golden sand, or indulge in some beachside dining.

7 Explore the Montjuïc Hill

Venture to Montjuïc, a hill overlooking Barcelona, and discover a treasure trove of attractions. Visit the Montjuïc Castle, enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the city, explore the magical Montjuïc Gardens, and catch a show at the Montjuïc Magic Fountain.

8 Discover Picasso’s Masterpieces

Art enthusiasts must visit the Picasso Museum, dedicated to the works of the legendary artist Pablo Picasso.

Also, Read this: 12 Must-Try Activities in the Enchanting Catalan Capital

Katie Freimarck

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We hired Matej to make us a meal at our rental during our stay in Barcelona. His food was amazing! We enjoyed every course. He did a great job of showcasing the local flavors and ingredients in his cooking. He even provided his own china and place settings to further elevate the experience.We have two infants, and Matej gave us a very high end dining experience without having to go out to dinner with a baby.Beyond his food, Matej was easy to work with. He was very responsive to our communications and accommodating to our schedule

Soraya

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Ha sido una experiencia de estrella Michelin en casa, confiamos en él para un evento importante y todos disfrutamos mucho. La comunicación siempre fue muy fluida y fue fácil elaborar el menú con Matej. 5 estrellas también para su ayudante.

Cabinet PhysioSport31

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Nous avons bénéficié du travail de Matej dans le cadre d'un repas organisé à domicile durant nos vacances. Ce moment a été fabuleux de bout en bout. La gentillesse et la discrétion du chef nous ont permis de profiter au mieux du magnifique repas qu'il nous a concocté. Tout simplement parfait.

Dave W

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Matej is an excellent chef. He looked after a close group of 9 friends, had great menu ideas, catered for a hearty breakfast, great packed lunch and an amazing dinner with perfect wine pairing. He's personable and takes pride in his work - 100% recommended

Mark Butterworth

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Chef Matej and his team catered for a large group celebrating special birthdays. The food and service were absolutely 1st class. Really delicious food and friendly attentive service. Could not fault anything.

Paul S

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What an amazing dinner yesterday…. Stunning food and wonderful service. Many many thanks

Sarah McCracken

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Bistronomy catered for 30 of us last night for a very special dinner. The whole experience was fantastic. The food was amazing, the staff were friendly, attentive and fun. I would highly recommend their services. Thank you Bistronomy.

Barry Seidman

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Most wonderful and amazing evening. Chef prepared us 7 courses - each presented beautifully. And all the food was fantastic! Chef came to our Airbnb, prepared and served everything. Brought dishes, silverware, placemats, linen napkins - all beautiful. Before he left he had the kitchen looking cleaner than before he arrived. This was to celebrate my wife’s birthday, and we had our whole family. Everyone was overwhelmed with the quality of everything. Also, chef was so personable and pleasant. And by the way - this was very reasonably priced. I fully, wholeheartedly recommend this for anyone who wants something different from a normal restaurant experience. Thank you chef!!

Maria Soler Artigas

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Todo super bueno, muy recomendable.

Pedro G

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Matt was great. 3 Michelin star quality food at our home. Great service and wine pairing. Highly recommend!

Pau Sabater

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Matej and his team delivered and incredible high-level meal and service for me and my group of 14 people. They exceeded my expectations on the quality of the food and the level of execution. Coming from someone that works in the service industry, I can say that they are at pro level. Will hire them again for sure!

Paige Nemeth

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Bistronomy hosted the most beautiful, intimate private dinner for my husband & I and 15 of our closest friends and family a few days before our upcoming wedding in Girona, Spain. Everything was exquisite, the service was impeccable, the flavours of every single course were so delicious and our guests (including us) were blown away. The staff was so lovely and wonderful and the team took us on an incredible culinary experience. We would absolutely recommend Bistronomy to anyone looking for a 10/10 intimate dining adventure.

Tilly Morgan

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Matej was absolutely amazing, not only was it fantastic service but delicious food! If anyone is thinking about hiring him to cook for you just do it - you won’t be disappointed! Thank you again for such a fabulous dinner party!

Ariane Lalakea

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Matej is the best private chef you can hire!He cooked in our BliXX conscious sexuality retreat for a group of 8 in a private house. The menu was perfectly thought, supporting our needs and a foodgasm in itself.We appreciate the love, variety and quality of ingredients he puts into his dishes.He also came with his own car and cooking tools and robots which made our life so easy.The ease and patience he brings into his work is astonishing. Everything feels effortless and yet the food leaves you stunning.He was also able to read the group needs and adjust accordingly and he is very discreet which for us is key due the nature of our business.We definitely would hire him again for another outstanding experience.

Albert Almeda

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Rick Chen

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Matej and his crew were amazingHe prepared a delicious gourmet meal for 17 of us on such short noticeThe presentation of the food was excellent, and the service was even betterFive-star experience

Ivy Chen

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Rebecca Robinson

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We booked Matej at Bistronomy for a private meal for 12people for my friends 40th whilst we were on holiday. He owns easy to deal with from the 1st enquiry and delivered to most exquisite experience. He was a pleasure, the staff were lovely, the styling was lovely and the food was that of a top restaurant in the comfort of our villa...I would highly recommend.

Aliya Bevans

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Chef Matej was a planned dream come true! I hosted a family trip from the U.S. to Barcelona, and booked Bistronomy (based on reviews) for a private dinner for 13 at our Airbnb. From beginning to end our experience was perfection! He sent a formal menu after speaking over the phone, and accommodated our preferences during the planning phase.Matej and his assistant Christopher arrived promptly on time, and quickly familiarized themselves with the kitchen and began food preparation. The dinnerware was provided, and the table was set beautifully. We enjoyed the Deluxe 7 course tasting, and every small plate was a palate explosion! The flavors within the oysters on the shell were incredible. The wild caught sea bass and beef fillet were tender and absolutely delicious. Dessert was a delight. The icing on the cake was the beautiful presentation of everything! Oh and the wine tasting was delicious as well (definitely add on).The atmosphere, flow and vibe of the dinner with Chef and his teammate was wonderful! They let us chatter amongst each other without interruption, but interjected with explaining the dishes in detail whenever asked. They also cleaned and left the kitchen spotless after. This was such an incredible experience, and definitely one of the top highlights of our entire vacation in Barcelona that we'll forever cherish!Thank you Matej,~Aliya

Kristen Everett

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Matej curated a truly wonderful evening for our party of 11, including 4 kids, at our AirB&B in Barcelona. Working with him to plan the evening was really effortless and when he arrived, everything was perfect. The food he prepared was among the best we had in Barca - very fresh, flavorful, and appealing to different people’s preferences. Matej was engaging and thoughtfully explained every dish before serving. He catered to the kids by serving them their own little feast on the porch and even included my son when he wanted to “help”. He cleaned the space thoroughly once done and was sincerely a pleasure to share the night with. I will absolutely recommend his services to anyone visiting Barcelona as it was a night to remember! Thanks Mat!

Emily Cherry

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Our experience was spectacular! The food was phenomenal, the chef was professional and great at explaining the dishes. The presentation was beautiful. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great meal.

Espen Ediassen

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Fantastic food, amazing service from the chief! Can’t recommend it enough.5 star service, food and communication. Would recommend to anyone

Jai Winston

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Matej was excellent. The food was delicious!! Every course was exquisite and very tasty. He set-up, prepared and cleaned up, you would have never knew he used the kitchen to prepare. I would highly recommend using his services and was very very pleased!

Holly Cook

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An amazing experience!Matej and his colleague were polite efficient and professional. They catered for 11 of us in our villa in Vallirana and the whole experience was of high quality with delicious and creative food.Couldn’t thank them enough for a great evening.

Célia Bornibus

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Great diner! Matej was also very nice, making our evening a blast. Food was extremely good.

Abhinav Bhansali

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I had the pleasure of organising a private chef experience for my best friend's stag party, and I cannot express enough how amazing the evening turned out, all thanks to the incredible Chef Matej. From start to finish, Chef Matej's generosity and attention to detail made the first night of the stag truly unforgettable.Upon our arrival, we were greeted with the tantalising aroma of freshly baked homemade sourdough, perfectly paired with a delightful spiced almond dip. It was an exquisite way to kick off the evening and set the tone for what was to come.The culinary journey continued with an array of mouthwatering treats. The fresh croquettes and falafels were nothing short of perfection, showcasing Chef Matej's skilful craftsmanship.The highlight of the evening was, without a doubt, the best gazpacho I have ever had the pleasure of trying. Each spoonful was a burst of refreshing flavours that left us craving for more. Chef Matej's versatility shone through in his ability to cater to everyone's preferences. For the non-vegetarians among us, he prepared a delectable chicken gnocchi dish that left us speechless. The combination of tender chicken and perfectly cooked gnocchi was a true masterpiece.For mains, we enjoyed a wholesome fish paella. Meanwhile, the vegan risotto also received rave reviews, proving that Chef Matej's culinary expertise extended to creating delicious plant-based dishes.Dessert was an absolute treat. The vegan sticky toffee pudding was a revelation, showcasing Chef Matej's creativity in crafting a dessert that catered to our vegan friends without compromising on taste. Each bite was a harmonious blend of flavours that left us in dessert heaven.Throughout the evening, we were fortunate to have the attentive presence of Chef Pablo and Angelo, who took care of us with utmost warmth and care. Their friendly and professional service added an extra layer of enjoyment to the experience. Their execution of the meal was flawless, and it was evident that they genuinely cared about ensuring we had one of our best meals in Barcelona.Our private chef experience with Chef Matej was nothing short of extraordinary. His generosity in accommodating our preferences, the exceptional dishes he prepared, and the impeccable service provided by Chef Pablo and Angelo truly made it an unforgettable evening. I highly recommend Chef Matej to anyone seeking a unique and remarkable dining experience.

angela echeverry henao

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Excelente experiencia al lado del Chef Matej, quien nos brindó una maravillosa cena a toda mi familia. El Chef es súper agradable y lo tiene todo resuelto, desde la comida hasta la organización del lugar. 100% recomendado! 👌🏻

Katrina Ripoll

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My birthday dinner by Chef Matej in a masía in Alella was wonderful. Matej’s team was lean but very effective in preparing everything from appetizers, wine and cava selections and of course the delicious and beautifully plated food. It was a milestone birthday made very memorable by Bistronomy Barcelona.

L N

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Matej cooked a beautiful 4 course meal for our group of 9 at a villa outside Barcelona. He catered to all dietary requirements without any hassle. We had 4 vegans in our group so, all courses were fully vegan but, there was a fish option for mains to please everyone.Matej was unbelievable from start to finish. His attention to detail was next level and he took advantage of his surroundings perfectly. Aside from the delicious meal, he set the table beautifully with candles, baked fresh sourdough and left the kitchen in better condition than when he arrived.Matej was so lovely and made a really special night look effortless.We will be talking about this experience for a long time.

Martina Young

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Matej created a wonderful dinner experience. We highly recommend. Seamless communication, great food and he even takes care of the dishes!

Peter Jaraba

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Profesional service, amazing food

Scott Rosenberg

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We had 7 people in the villa. The owner suggested we contact Matej.The food was incredibleWe had people with various tastes, he catered to all of us. Multiple course meal with appetizers, fish and meat. And dessert.Was the best meal we had on our trip. Would have cost 3x more in a restaurant in USI highly recommend using Matej while in the Barcelona area.

Vanessa Mullin

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Honestly, as parents, this was the best investment while on holiday. Our son is 2 and this means 'date nights' basically aren't possible, so having someone come in and cook and clean for us (all while having great conversation with him!) And the food was 100% incredible. Hands down, I couldn't fault it. The portions, the menu, the diversity of the food! We will definitely use Bistronomy again when we come back to Barcelona. I couldn't offer more praise!

Silvia L

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The entire experience with Matej was impeccable. He is amiable, professional and an excellent chef. Our dinner was fabulous and he cooked separate vegan dishes for myself, which were among the most delicious I've ever tried. Highly recommend!

Jordi Rabasso i Balaguer

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Grandíssima experiència! Tracte perfecte, producte exquisit i tot molt bé. Seriós i molt professional. Totalment recomanable 😉

Jon Stewart

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Just amazing. Matej gave us and our executives a fantastic experience and we cannot recommend him highly enough. We look forward to seeing him the next time that we are in Barcelona!

Lauren Suzanne

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I've had the pleasure of having Chef Matej cook for my family on two separate occasions and both experiences were amazing! Not only is all the food delicious, but he was very accommodating and thoughtful in crafting our menu. We had family in town and he prepared some traditional Spanish dishes for us. Even my toddler enjoyed the meal and he is normally a very picky eater. It truly felt like the quality of a 5 star restaurant in the comfort of my own home. All of the clean up was taken care of so we got to relax after the meal. My family and I can't wait to have Chef Matej over again!

Temi Adesanya

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What an amazing experience. My family and I were visiting spain for a week and decided to work with Chef Matej, and what an amazing experience it was! The service and food were beyond 5*. Every single bite was so tasty and he truly catered to us. We had 3 little kids who are picky eaters on the trip and they absolutely loved every part of the meal! They found something to eat in the meals he made. I am telling all my friends and family about him!! Truly an amazing experience

Alba Ferrer Martínez

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Experiencia Increíble. Calidad de la comida espectacular. Platos muy bien trabajados. Trato y servicio inmejorable.Repetiremos seguro!

Sandra de Programa Mia

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Matej es un cocinero excepcional, cada plato y detalle ha superado con creces nuestras expectativas. Estaba todo increíble, como un restaurante Michelin, tal cual y no exagero. Lo recomiendo 200% por su excepcional cocina, amabilidad y profesionalidad. Gracias Matej!!

Marta MF

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Una experiencia inmejorable en todos los sentidos. La comida era deliciosa, el emplatado muy elegante y sofisticado. Matej es una persona amable, educada, con saber estar y lo más importante: cocina con mucho amor. Repetiremos seguro!

Louise Flesh

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Matej came to our home and prepared a delicious three course lunch for 8. Matej is a fabulous cook and a lovely person. He’s very professional and was relaxed and got on with the cooking and prep in a kitchen he’d never set foot in before without any fuss! Hey presto and a couple of hours later a beautiful meal was presented to us! The clean-up happened magically and the kitchen was left immaculate. I cannot recommend Matej highly enough!

Felicity Arkell

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We booked Chef Matej whilst on holiday in Barcelona during the summer, and it was without a shadow of a doubt, the absolute highlight of our trip. We actually booked him twice!! The first night he catered for vegetarians, someone who doesn’t eat fish, and meat eaters and everything was so incredibly delicious! The second night was all meat eaters and the range of food was outstanding. Communication before the event could not have been better. I can not fault anything. Thank you Matej.

Christian Review

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Chef Matej is a great person. He is a great chef also. He made for us an amazing dinner and the taste he gives to food its something really amazing. He is not just cooking, he invests passion in what he does. I would highly recomand this experience. I would definetly ask him again to prepare food for us. Congratulations Chef Matej for what you deliver to your customers.

Fly Up!

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Una experiencia de auténtico lujo!Contamos con Matej -de Bistronomy- como Private Chef en la más íntima de las bodas que hemos organizado esta temporada, 11 invitados que volaron desde París a Barcelona-Sitges para celebrar en un completo fin de semana lleno de sorpresas, disfrute y emoción la boda de A+G. Y sin duda Matej consiguió hacer que la experiencia gastronómica fuese sorprendente y extraordinaria.Una cuidadísima propuesta, con productos de la más alta calidad, elaborada con mimo, dejó boquiabiertos a todos los invitados.Para nosotros fue un grandísimo privilegio contar con él y un gusto cenar en esa espectacular cocina asistiendo a la elaboración de todos los platos en directo.Y como todos los grandes de verdad, nos demostró no sólo maestría en los fogones, sino mucho estilo en la creación de sus platos y una gran clase dirigiendo a todo su equipo.Gracias Matej, en cuanto tengamos ocasión… repetiremos!!!

paul hunt

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Thoroughly professional organised chef. Tasting menu was worthy of a michelin star restaurant.

Gintare Ziemininkaite

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Una experiencia inolvidable. Chef Matej superó nuestras expectativas, ha sido una cena muy espectacular. Sin duda repetiremos. Muchas gracias!

matt james

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Chef Matej and his team were faultless for my 40th Birthday last weekend. Great communication before the event, very easy to work with and completely understood the brief for the event.Most importantly the food was exceptional, with some of best beef and fish I’ve ever tasted. This was all delivered by a professional, talented and friendly team - I really could not have asked for more, thank you.If you are thinking about catering in the Barcelona area then just go for these guys, you will 100% not be disappointed.

Tanit

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Excepcional. Celebramos un cumpleaños y disfrutamos mucho de la comida. El gazpacho de los mejores que he probado en mucho tiempo. Pescado con verduras en la bbq increíble. Además todo el personal era muy majo!

Elaine Pace

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What an amazing experience! Andrea and his team were fantastic from start to finish! The food was delicious and so well presented! The service was excellent!Most importantly my father had a great experience for his 70th birthday in Spain.Thank you Matej, Andrea and team! You will be my first call when I am back in Barcelona:)