Sitges Tapa Tapa: A Delicious Way to Discover the Town
If you are looking for a gastronomic adventure in Sitges, you should not miss the Sitges Tapa Tapa, a tapas route that takes place twice a year, in spring and autumn. This year, the autumn edition will be held from November 23rd to December 3rd, and it will feature 23 participating establishments that will offer a tapa and a drink for only 4 euros.
Tapas are small dishes that are usually served as appetizers or snacks, but they can also be combined to make a full meal. They are a great way to sample different flavours and ingredients, and they are often accompanied by a glass of wine, beer, or vermouth. Tapas are very popular in Spain, and each region has its own specialties and variations.
Sitges is a coastal town in Catalonia, about 35 kilometers south of Barcelona. It is famous for its beaches, nightlife, carnival, and film festival, but it also has a rich culinary heritage that reflects its Mediterranean, Catalan, and cosmopolitan influences. Sitges has a variety of restaurants, bars, and cafes that cater to all tastes and budgets, and the Sitges Tapa Tapa is a perfect opportunity to explore them.
The Sitges Tapa Tapa is organized by the Sitges Association of Hoteliers, Restaurants, and Tourism (AHRTS), with the collaboration of the Sitges Town Hall and the Estrella Damm brewery. The aim of the event is to promote the local gastronomy and to attract more visitors to the town, especially in the low season. The event also has a competitive aspect, as the participating establishments compete for the best tapa awards, which are decided by a popular vote and a technical jury.
The tapas that are offered in the Sitges Tapa Tapa are very diverse and creative, ranging from traditional Catalan dishes to fusion cuisine, from seafood to meat, from hot to cold, from sweet to savoury. Some examples of the tapas that you can find in this edition are:
- Crispy chicken with honey and mustard sauce, by Amb Gust
- Cod fritter with romesco sauce and black garlic aioli, by Cañateca
- Iberian pork cheek with parmentier and Pedro Ximénez reduction, by Casa Hidalgo
- Salmon tartare with avocado cream and mango vinaigrette, by Casa Roy 1956
- Fried eggplant with honey and goat cheese, by El Noi d’Alcoi
- Mini burger with foie gras and caramelized onion, by Hibou
- Tuna tataki with sesame and wasabi mayonnaise, by Infinity (Hotel Calipolis)
- Pumpkin and coconut cream with crunchy ham, by L’Aixeta
- Chicken and mushroom croquette with truffle sauce, by La Barata
- Salmon and avocado maki with teriyaki sauce, by La Cantina del Pintxo
- Cheese board with quince and nuts, by La Formatgeria de Sitges
- Sushi burrito with spicy tuna, avocado, and cream cheese, by La Tapadera
- Beef carpaccio with parmesan cheese and arugula, by Mediterranium
- Vegetable tempura with soy sauce and honey, by Merci
- Breaded chicken with curry sauce and basmati rice, by Morelia
- Potato omelette with onion confit and chorizo, by Pic Nic
- Ham and cheese sandwich with tomato and olive oil, by Sandvitxeria Can Vilalta
- Salmon and cream cheese bagel with lettuce and cucumber, by S0fía by Pic Nic
- Chicken wings with barbecue sauce and blue cheese dip, by Sports Bar
- Octopus with mashed potatoes and paprika, by Tres Nudos
- Seafood paella, by Vento (Hotel Sunway)
- Fried calamari with alioli sauce, by Vermuteria Rojo Frito
- Oyster with cava and lemon, by Oyster Bar (Hotel Me Sitges Terramar)
You can see the full list of the participating establishments and their locations on the official website of the event, or on the brochure that you can find in any of the venues. You can also download the app of the event, which will help you to locate the establishments, see their tapas, and rate them.
To participate in the Sitges Tapa Tapa, you just need to go to any of the participating establishments and ask for their tapa and drink offer. You will receive a booklet with a stamp for each establishment that you visit. If you collect at least four stamps, you can enter a draw for various prizes, such as hotel stays, restaurant vouchers, or Estrella Damm products. You can also vote for your favourite tapa and help to choose the winner of the popular award.
The Sitges Tapa Tapa is a fun and delicious way to discover the town and its gastronomy. You can enjoy the tapas at your own pace, alone or with friends, and combine them with other activities, such as visiting the museums, the churches, or the beaches of Sitges. You can also take advantage of the special offers that some hotels and apartments have for the occasion and make your stay in Sitges even more enjoyable.
Don’t miss this opportunity to taste the best of Sitges in small bites and join the Sitges Tapa Tapa from November 23rd to December 3rd. You will not regret it!
