Addictive!
We have just been to San Sebastián to visit dear friends. While there we were given instructions on the best way to enjoy pintxos, or tapas, as these delicious delights are known elsewhere in Spain. San Sebastián is known for having the best in the country.
We were advised not to go to just one establishment and load our plates, but to try a couple in several places. There are many places to choose from in San Sebastián.
Here are some of the pintxos we sampled in San Sebastián and Bilbao. I would like to point out that we did not eat all of these. Txakoli is a slightly sparkling, low alcohol, white wine which is an excellent accompaniment to pintxos. It is poured theatrically from high above the glass…we won’t be trying this at home, but we did enjoy it in San Sebastián.
You simply cannot go to San Sebastián and this wonderful Basque area of northern Spain without getting into the pintxos scene. The bars are lively and fun and the food delicious…something for everyone.
More on wonderful San Sebastián soon.
What an exquisite posting!! Holy cow – l’arte di cibo! Thank you for sharing;
now I’m ravenous! Your photos, as usual, equally exquisite.
By: Catherine Rowley on May 27, 2018
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We loved Pintxos in San Sebastián!
By: Debra Kolkka on May 30, 2018
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Absolute foodie heaven!!! So glad you had fun… should be more of this type of food in Brissy !!! Jx
By: Jan Williams on May 27, 2018
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I think a few places have tried this, but it is a way of eating in San Sebastián and there are just so many things to try.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 30, 2018
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Oh – my!
By: Jan on May 28, 2018
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Indeed!
By: Debra Kolkka on May 30, 2018
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All I can say is Wow! San Sebastián is on my bucet list.
By: BC Wine Trends on May 28, 2018
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It should be.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 30, 2018
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Glad to hear -and see- that you enjoyed the gastronomic experience that we call “ir de pintxos”, which we define as “culinary art in miniature”. Pintxos is what the locals , or “donostiarras” enjoy the most, particularly in the evening, replacing dinner by this wonderful wandering from bar to bar tasting and enjoying this lovely food. And nothing wrong with restaurants, actually San Sebastian has more Michelin stars per capita than any other city in the world and the standards are excellent.
This is the reason why, since 2009 we have the Basque Culinary Center, which is a place for study and research under the guidance of not only the Basque top chefs, but also many overseas ones.
https://www.bculinary.com/en/home
As you found out, Food is serious business in San Sebastian!!!
By: Mulino Dominillo on May 28, 2018
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And a bit more on the txakoli wine that goes so well with pintxos
https://www.sansebastianturismo.com/en/eat/txakoli-wine
By: Mulino Dominillo on May 28, 2018
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We loved our visit to San Sebastián, especially with our private expert tour guide. The food was an excellent bonus.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 30, 2018
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My goodness…that food looks absolutely delightful. Must add San Sebastian to the holiday list!
By: Kerry & Jim on May 28, 2018
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You should go, it is wonderful.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 30, 2018
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We plan to visit. Great photos!
By: Christine collins on May 28, 2018
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Don’t eat for a week before.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 30, 2018
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I’m in !!
By: Elizabeth Litzow on May 28, 2018
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You will love it.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 30, 2018
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Since the first time I learned about pintxos from James’s post several years ago I knew these bite-sized dishes are something I shouldn’t miss when I go to Spain one day. Your mouthwatering photos further reassure me.
By: Bama on May 28, 2018
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I remember James writing about his Spanish experiences. This was our first trip to the north of Spain, quite different from the south.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 30, 2018
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Debra this is pure food porn!!
By: maru clavier on May 28, 2018
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Our pintxos experience was a lot of fun…and delicious.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 30, 2018
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I’m so glad that I’m heading out to dinner because this made me very hungry! 😀
By: Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella on May 30, 2018
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Wow…known for having the best in the country. They certainly do look wonderful!
By: Karen on June 7, 2018
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Wow this is next level tapas. Louise
By: The Year I Touched My Toes on August 17, 2018
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