45% reduce red meat consumption: are the days of eating animals numbered in Catalonia?
Number of flexitarians grows but Spain is still the EU member state that consumes the most meat per capita
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What is the Mediterranean diet and how is it good for you?
The food cultivated for hundreds of years here has become famous across the world for its sumptuous flavours and health benefits
One challenging week as a vegetarian in Barcelona
Is life really that difficult as a vegetarian in Barcelona? We challenged the predominantly meat and fish-based Catalan cuisine through a week of discovering restaurants, organic shops and vegan eateries in the city. Ham legs tied to the ceiling do not help the perception that vegetarians would have to survive on a diet of nuts and bread, but after our search we found that Barcelona is an incredibly vegetarian-friendly city. This short guide, organised following the days of the week, will help you to know your way around it.
Vegetarian in Barcelona? A quick survival guide
Meat and fish are basically the most important components of Catalan cuisine. This makes it challenging for vegetarians to cook properly or go out for dinner. Even though there are fruits, vegetables and nuts in abundance you might also want to eat a vegetarian burger or tofu sometimes.