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3/21/2019

A Delicious Tapas Trail by the Sea

 

Tapa a Tapa Sitges

Twice a year—usually in spring and autumn—Sitges invites locals and visitors to eat their way through town during Tapa a Tapa, a friendly tapas route where bars and restaurants compete with bite-sized creations paired with a drink at a set price. Think of it as a self-guided tasting festival: you stroll from spot to spot, collect stamps, vote for your favorites, and discover new corners of Sitges one delicious bite at a time.

How Tapa a Tapa Works

  • The Route Map: Pick up a printed map at participating venues or the tourist office, or scan the QR posters you’ll see in windows. Each venue lists its signature tapa and pairing.

  • Fixed Price Format: Each stop offers one featured tapa + a drink (often beer, wine, cava, or soft drink) at a promotional price.

  • Stamp & Vote: Ask for a stamp after each tasting; once you’ve tried a minimum number, you can vote for the Best Tapa and enter small prize draws.

  • Two Editions: Expect a spring edition with fresh, seasonal produce and an autumn edition that leans into richer flavors (mushrooms, slow-cooked meats, pumpkin, etc.).

What You’ll Taste

  • Sea-inspired bites: Mini-fideuà cups, prawn skewers with romesco, smoked sardines on toast, cod brandade with olive dust.

  • Catalan classics, reimagined: Bite-size fricandó (veal stew) buns, escalivada (roast veg) with anchovy pearls, Iberian pork with honeyed onion.

  • Creative vegetarian/vegan options: Grilled artichoke hearts, truffled potato bombs, marinated tomato “tartare” with basil granita.

  • Sweet finales: Tiny crema catalana spoons, citrus sponge with Malvasia syrup.

Pairings to Look For

  • Cava from Penedès: Crisp, refreshing, perfect for fried bites and seafood.

  • Malvasia de Sitges: Local heritage grape; aromatic whites that sing with salty tapas.

  • Vermouth hour: Classic Catalan vermut with an orange slice and olives for a true aperitivo vibe.

  • No-alcohol options: Many venues offer artisanal soft drinks or 0.0 beers.

A Perfect Tapa a Tapa Game Plan

  1. Start Early Evening (18:30–19:00): Begin in the old town to avoid later crowds.

  2. Three-stop warm-up: Pick one seafood tapa, one veggie, one meat. Sip small drinks and pace yourself.

  3. Promenade pivot: Walk the Passeig Marítim between stops for sea air and sunset photos.

  4. Second round near Sant Sebastià: Two or three more venues; share tapas if you’re in a group to taste more.

  5. Vote & Dessert: End with a sweet tapa and cast your vote before calling it a night.

Insider Tips

  • Weeknights > weekends: You’ll queue less and chat more with chefs.

  • Go in small groups: Sharing doubles your range without overfilling.

  • Plan by proximity: Cluster venues to minimize backtracking; maps usually color-code neighborhoods.

  • Dietary notes: Look for icons on the map (gluten-free, vegetarian, spicy). Don’t hesitate to ask staff.

  • Budget: With fixed prices, 8–10 stops make a generous dinner crawl.

Photograph Like a Pro

  • Backgrounds: Use whitewashed walls, tiled bars, or the sea at golden hour.

  • Angles: 45° shows layers; overhead works for composed platters.

  • Light: Sit near windows; avoid harsh flash—tap the screen to expose for the tapa.

Why Tapa a Tapa Is Unmissable

  • Edible sightseeing: You’ll discover hidden alleys, new bars, and friendly neighborhood joints you’d otherwise miss.

  • Creative competition: Chefs pull out all the stops—expect playful textures and local stories on every plate.

  • Community energy: Families, friends, and visitors mingle in a festive, relaxed rhythm that feels quintessentially Sitgetà.

Make It a Weekend

  • Day 1: Beach morning → museums (Cau Ferrat, Maricel) → Tapa a Tapa evening crawl.

  • Day 2: Garraf hike or winery visit (Penedès) → late lunch by the sea → final tapas and voting.

Tapa a Tapa turns Sitges into a tasting board—bite by bite, block by block. Come hungry, bring curiosity, and let the map lead you to your next favorite corner bar.





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