If there’s one food many visitors to Spain immediately seek out, it’s paella. However, the iconic rice-based dish isn’t as common throughout the peninsula as many tourists seem to think. In fact, it’s more of a regional specialty that hails from the city of Valencia on Spain’s east coast. Outside of Valencia, many restaurants hawking […]
Food and Drink in Seville
44 Small Businesses in Seville You Can Support Right Now
The heart and soul of Seville lies in its small businesses. It’s in the bustling tapas bars (around 3,000 of them, last we checked) where locals sip sherry and share lively conversation. It’s in the colorful market stalls where the vendors greet you with a smile and, once you go often enough, develop a sixth […]
Torrijas Recipe (Spanish “French Toast”)
If you come to Seville at Easter, you’ll see bars throughout the city advertising “torrijas.” These are a Semana Santa sensation, and locals won’t rest until they have their daily fix. Broadly speaking, you could call torrijas the Spanish version of French toast. But it’s so much more than that. What are torrijas? Some myths, […]
Escape to the Beach at These Fantastic Seafood Restaurants in Seville
Just over an hour inland from the Atlantic Ocean, Andalusia’s capital city is the perfect destination for seafood lovers. From fresh to fried, baked or grilled, there’s an endless selection of seafood restaurants in Seville to choose from. So let’s dive right in and explore a few of our favorites! 1. La Cantina: A Hidden […]
Where to Find the Tastiest Cheap Eats in Seville
So you’re in Seville, you love good food, but you’re on a budget. Well, you just may be in your ideal travel destination. You don’t have to look too hard to find cheap eats here in Seville. It’s a relatively economical place to dine out, and the tapas culture lends itself to sharing bites with […]
A Brief History Lesson on Seville’s Orange Tree-Lined Streets
Seville’s orange trees are more than just pretty plants decorating the city. From the enchanting fragrance of the azahar, or orange blossoms, during spring, to the regal utilization of the fruit in marmalade fit for a queen (literally!), the Seville oranges stand as a distinctive and integral part of the city’s rich history. Orange trees […]
6 Seville Restaurants that Are Open on Most Public Holidays
It’s often said that most Spaniards don’t live to work; they work to live. And for most, a good life usually means delicious food, great company, and plenty of free time to enjoy both. This year, Andalusia and every other region in Spain will be observing a total of 12 festivos, or holidays—more than most […]
A Love Letter to Breakfast in Seville
Andalusians are definitely onto something with the practice (dare I say, tradition?) of a near-daily breakfast out at a local bar or café. Coming from an American frame of mind, where breakfast is not typically lingered over unless it’s a weekend brunch, the concept of taking the time to have breakfast out any day of […]
Best Lunch in Seville: Our 5 Favorite Lunchtime Spots
In a city with another bar around every corner, how will you ever decide where to have lunch in Seville? From charming traditional bars with handwritten menus hung up behind the counter to chic, modern establishments with a flair for interior design, your options for lunch in Seville are limitless. To help narrow down your […]
Where to Eat in Seville on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
They say it’s the most wonderful time of the year, and in a city as magical as Seville, the popular refrain takes on more truth than ever. We here at Devour Seville are all about good food and unforgettable meals. With that said, it should come as no surprise that our favorite part of the […]