If you only eat one thing while here in Spain, be sure to make it a thick, gooey slice of tortilla de patatas. And there are many delicious places to enjoy tortilla in San Sebastian! With an ingredient list you can count on one hand that consists of mere pantry staples, the humble tortilla is […]
Author: Lindsey Zimmerman
Basque Cider: History, Traditions & What to Pair It With
In the midst of the animated chatter that fills any Basque cider house during the high season, only one word truly matters: “¡Txotx!” That lone syllable—pronounced “choch”—is enough to empty every seat in the room as diners make their way to the massive barrels that hold the Basque Country’s single greatest alcoholic treasure. The interjection […]
Visiting San Sebastian in May: Make the Most of Spring
An ideal antidote to both chilly, gray winter and crowded summer, springtime in the Basque Country is laid-back, relaxed, and utterly idyllic. May is easily one of the best times of the year to visit San Sebastian if you truly want to make the most of everything the city has to offer (and trust us, […]
So You Just got a Devour Tours Gift Certificate—Now What?!
Time to put that gift certificate to use and start planning your trip today! Welcome to the world of curious foodie travel! We’re so excited for you to join us as we devour food, wine and culture, from the historic alleyways of Madrid to the broad boulevards of Paris. Our mission is to connect curious travelers […]
Grocery Stores in San Sebastian: The Complete Foodie Guide
As the unofficial yet undisputed foodie capital of Europe, it’s no surprise that San Sebastian is home to every kind of grocery store under the sun. Yes, you could just pop into any chain supermarket and find whatever it is you need and then some. But where’s the fun in that? Throughout southern Europe, specialty grocery […]
Menús del Día in San Sebastian: 5 Great Lunch Specials
Here in San Sebastian—and throughout Spain, actually—we take the menú del día pretty seriously. We mean, what’s not to love about a delicious lunch that leaves you feeling comfortably full and barely makes a dent in your wallet? It’s one of the easiest and most inexpensive ways to eat like a local here in the […]
Our Favorite Wine Tastings in San Sebastian
Northern Spain is home to some of the absolute best wine in the country—which makes chic San Sebastian an ideal spot for a wine tasting. You’ve got your crisp Basque txakolis, classic riojas, underrated gems from nearby Navarra—when it comes to wines to order in San Sebastian, you’re spoiled for choice. But why limit yourself […]
Spring Has Sprung: What to Do in San Sebastian in April
San Sebastian is gorgeous at any time of year, but there’s something special about the way the city brightens up in April. After a dreary, drizzly winter, spring is officially here, and we couldn’t be more excited. It’s still a bit too chilly to enjoy the fabulous beaches in San Sebastian, but with temperatures reaching […]
Top 13 Festivals in San Sebastian You Won’t Want to Miss
Anyone who knows anything about Spain knows that we’re always ready to party. And while Basque culture is quite different in many ways, the same rings true. As a result, there are so many great festivals taking place in San Sebastian throughout the year. If you’re looking to get immersed in Basque culture and celebrate […]
11 Things to Do in Cordoba: The Perfect Day Trip from Seville
Few places hold as much indisputable charm as Cordoba, with its colorful flower-lined streets and gilded remnants of Moorish Spain’s glory days. First a key Roman settlement and later the capital of Al-Andalus, Cordoba was once the most important city in Europe. Its picturesque cobblestone streets hold thousands of years of secrets and stories belonging […]