"I finally started learning how to make tapas! My wife and I enjoyed the evening with a couple of dear friends from the UK, along with a couple of their friends, a young couple from Alabama and another couple from Sweden... and our hosts from Barcelona. 10 courses, with ample wine. Not only did we learn the secret of how to eat garlic without painful side effects (those of you "our" age will know what I mean) but I also went back for seconds on mussels. (A first for me.) ...and thirds! Wait... what? Some of the food that I have only tolerated in the past? I couldn't get enough of it! And my favorite gazpacho? Fuggedaboudit! ...and they promised to share their recipe for their mojito ice cream. JUST WAIT. You'll love it! Photos to follow..." That's how I posted to FB upon getting home from our experience at Barcelona Slow Travel. I was eager to share that to give a sense of enthusiasm that I had for that evening! Our hosts, Christina and Guillermo, were warm, friendly, funny and eager to please. While some of the treats on their menu were not a surprise (olive plate, gherkins and pickled garlic, and gazpacho) the rest of the evening's menu was entirely dependent on what Guillermo could find FRESH at the market that morning. ...and FRESH made all the difference. Their space is intimate and inviting. After getting to know each other for a bit, each of the guests were seated around a large butcher block table and given a cutting board and a sharp knife, along with a task - from zesting limes to veining garlic to prepping mushrooms, mussels, peppers and the rest, they put us to work! Guillermo ensured that each guest was performing their task just right, while giving us the background of the dishes we were preparing, making small talk and generally making everyone feel "at home." Frankly, the next several hours passed by in a blur. No, it wasn't the wine (okay, maybe just a little bit) but it was the pleasure of the company, the work involved, and the gastronomy! The evening was a resounding SUCCESS. I would not hesitate to return there. (In fact, one of our group was there for her second time!) So if you're in Barcelona and want to understand the food and the pacing of the dining experience, be sure to check these guys out! You won't be disappointed! read more

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Our cooking class was an outstanding culinary experience! Very conscientious about quality and the impact our food choices have on our bodies, food supply, and our planet. We also used Barcelona Slow Travel services to guide us on a day trip to the Costa Brava. Visited quaint fishing village, medieval village, and Dali museum. We mixed in a long lunch that was a top 10 culinary experience! Thank you Barcelona Slow Travel read more

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We took two tours with Barcelona Slow Travel. The first was Farm to Table.nit was quite a unique experience. Our guide picked us up at our apartment. We then drove to a location to be picked up and taken to the top of the mountain. The host had a very high vehicle and it was very difficult to get in and out because I am only five feet tall. I hurt my shoulder and wound up going to the hospital after our return to the apartment. I paid around five hundred dollars for the hospital visit and medicines. The owner of Barcelona Slow Travel said he was sorry. I said they need to make sure there is a step stool to aid short people. We also had a second tour booked with Slow Travel. Their experiences are very expensive and I truly hoped I would be offered my second trip as a token of concern for the expenses I incurred and my loss of vacation days and pain. Nothing was offered. Our second trip we had to take a taxi to and from the experience . For the high price, taxi should have been included. We made four stops on the Gourmet Wine and Food tour. The cheese store was not good. Think twice before booking with them. read more

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A dream come true... After extensively researching private experiences in Barcelona we chose Barcelona Slow Travel, and we are so happy we did! We ended up booking two experiences- The farm to table and the Gourmet Food tour. From the beginning we knew we chose well...emails were responded to quickly, communication was great, booking was easy! Guillermo was a great in providing some assistance and educating us of local festivities that were happening at the time of our visit, and making recommendations of some of their favorite restaurants. We got a chance to meet and tour with both owners, Guillermo and Cristina with the two different experiences. Guillermo guided us on our Farm to table experience which started out by meeting the local farmers, harvesting our fresh vegetables, learned about the wonderful people and how they farmed the land in that area. We then went to the most beautiful country farmhouse which was also our "cooking class". We could never of imagined how much of a great time we'd end up having had laughing, drinking, learning, cooking and eating as we did on that perfect day! We learned from Guillermo how to make authentic Catalan dishes that not only looked amazing, but were truly delicious especially with the spanish wines he had selected to enjoy with our meal! We will remember this day forever! Our Gourmet food tour was amazing as well as this time, Cristina was our guide as she showed us around a few different neighborhoods in Barcelona. We learned a lot about the history of the areas we walked through, she taught us about the history of the traditional food and drinks as we got to enjoy them! All of the artisanal cheeses, local wines, traditional drinks, authentic tapas we had that evening were amazing! We ended our evening at a "favorite" restaurant of theirs to be greeted by a sweet lady who was one of the owners. We were also surprised by a special guest who joined us for dinner, Guillermo! Needless to say, we had the most a wonderful experiences with both Guillermo and Cristina whom we are so grateful to have had met on our trip to Barcelona! We are now on a mission to send all of our friends and family to enjoy an experience with "Barcelona Slow Travel"! We can't wait to return to create more memories of a lifetime! read more

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Must do experience when visiting Barcelona, book with Christina and Guillermo for a lovely evening of shopping, cooking, drinking socializing with the best hosts and a group of interesting fellow food lovers. Get a taste of the local fare and fascinating encounter with fellow travelers ... we definite will book another experience with them ... hopefully soon!! Gracias Christina and Guillermo we had a blast! read more

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I'm sure that this group is a perfect tour guide. My disappointment has to do with their business practice. We had a cruise scheduled that was stopping in Barcelona on Monday, April 13. We booked a food tour with Barcelona Slow Travel at the cost of EUR 500, and I put down a deposit of EUR 250. Because of the Coronavirus, the cruise line decided to cancel the Barcelona stop on April 13. At about the same time, we decided to cancel our trip and asked Barcelona Slow Travel for a refund. Their response was, "If the cancellation is made more than 15 days before the beginning of the experience, 80% of the total price of the experience will be refunded to the customer by Barcelona Slow." The cancelation fee was EUR 100, making the refund EUR 150. As it turns out, Spain imposed a nationwide lockdown around March 14. Because of this, Barcelona Slow Travel would not have been able to provide us with the tour. They would have had to offer me a full refund, which did not happen. read more

Can't believe I haven't written this review sooner! Do yourself a favor and book this now! I can't say enough good things about Cristina and Guillermo and the nights that we spent with them. They are some of the nicest and most charming people I have ever met. The experience is relaxing, fun, and delicious. You'll learn more about Catalonian culture than you ever would elsewhere and the food is amazing. We enjoyed it so much that we booked a second dinner two nights later. You're guaranteed good food, conversation, drinks, learning, and to meet wonderfully interesting people from all over the world. read more

Our "Market Tour and Paella Cooking Experience" with Guillermo and Cristina was fantastic. Their unique blend of local gastronomic education and interactive food preparation make this class a welcome detour from a typical tourist destination. Guillermo and Cristina were excellent hosts and made us feel like we were just visiting old friends. The food was very enjoyable, especially because we sourced the food from the local market and make it as a group. This is our first time to Barcelona. Although we had a wonderful time seeing many of the sights and eating the local cuisine, our time here would not be the same without the unique experience that Guillermo and Cristina provide. Do yourself a favor and sign up for this great class. read more

While it's wonderful to go to an elegant restaurant, it's EVEN BETTER to have an elegant meal in the lovely home of a generous, fun, couple who really know how to cook Catalan cuisine and who teach you how to do it, too. While I've been cooking all my adulthood they still had tips to share with me that I'm delighted to know. And our meal had all fresh organic ingredients that are locally sourced. We love Barcelona and now we love it even more. We arrived at 6pm by the 59 bus from Barceloneta - easy and straight there. And we left at about 11:30 pm and went home by the metro (two blocks away) safely and easily. There are still lots of folks about since this is a night time city and it doesn't get dark in the summer until after 10pm. Between those two times, the time flew. I loved that we participated in the cooking but there was no pressure to do it 'right.' My husband has never cooked but loved taking part in the dicing, shucking and peeling adventures. Each course was yummy and it all was accompanied by different wines. And since it was a hot summer evening the menu was lighter fare - mussels, cod, gazpacho, Mojito sorbet and much more that I don't remember the names of right now - especially the cheeses and sausages. Guillermo and Cristina and fabulous at helping people feel relaxed and playful so the 10 of us thoroughly enjoyed meeting each other, too. And since their English is great, I didn't feel uncomfortable with my lack of Spanish. Go prepared to eat well, have fun, and learn something about the food and culture of Barcelona and Catalunya. It will be an evening you'll remember all your lives. read more

Cristina and Guillermo are a delightful couple and quickly made us feel welcome in their charming home. Their English is wonderful, and the apartment easy to find, about a 20 minute walk from Plaza Catalunya. The greeted us with some simple snacks, and then we spent the next 3 hours learning to cook a variety of traditional tapas from croquettes to gazpacho to mojito sorbet They were patient and really let us get involved in the prep and cooking. Every ingredient was locally sourced and carefully chosen for its high quality. The price included wonderful food and a variety of local wines. Don't miss this experience! It's a unique way to get a small glimpse of life in Barcelona. The experience felt special after a day of sightseeing with the tourist masses. We just wish we had more time to take advantage of some of the other activities they offer as part of their business. read more

We went on a market tour and paella cooking class with Cristina and Guillermo and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves (: They were extremely hospitable, generous and knowledgable and we had such a good time that we joined them on a tour around Gracia as well. They shared with us their favourite haunts and local stores that promote sustainability. If you're looking for people who know and love Barcelona, you definitely need to contact them! For a full review of our experience, please check out our blog entry! http://www.etsyexplores.com/eating-with-guillermo-christina/ read more

Don't Miss This Experience! This is such a great way to meet local people, learn more about the culture and sample local cuisine. Chef Victor, Christina and Guillermo took great pride to select a menu that represented the most fresh seasonal foods straight from the market and local suppliers. We also sampled food that isn't even offered in our respective countries. They were super respectful of my friend's (severe) food allergy, and with absolutely no fuss, simply plated his serving before adding seafood to entrees for the rest of us. Christina and Guillermo have made so many connections through their gastronomy research, they've expanded into tours as well. It was a unique experience, we were allowed to "help" with preparations, and a of course had great conversation with like-minded people. This is what I love most about traveling. read more

My wife and I received a personal tour from Christina of the Penedes wine region that was wonderful! But, it would have never have happened if we did not go on their Paella/Market tour. This review is not about that, but what grew out of it thanks to Christina! It was during that delicious Paella tour that I mentioned to Christina that my wife and I would be leaving Barcelona in a few days to spend a few days north in the Penedes wine region. She was familiar with the area, because much of the products we were raving about during our Paella meal came from Penedes! So, she sent us an email the next day with a suggestion for a winery or two, a local spice producer and a restaurant all within the Penedes region near out location! And, she offered to take us there herself! She sent us the itinerary and a fair price for her service, and just like that - a brand new tour was born! We met Christina at a local train station and we drove around the beautiful Penedes region all day experiencing private wine tastings and patio dining during a beautiful day! Just Christina and my wife and I! Everything had been planned ahead so that all of the producers we visited were expecting us. However, the tour was always relaxed because we never hurried to anything ("Slow Travel"). We actually ended up skipping one of our stops because we were having such a great time at dinner. To go out of her way that day, and take the time to plan with just the slightest suggestion of interest from us, and then to turn that into a full blown travel memory is extremely commendable and impressive, and says a lot about the dedication to personalized service that Barcelona Slow Travel has! Our forever thanks go out to Christina for everything!! read more

My wife and I spent 6 days in Barcelona for our Honeymoon and the live tapas experience with Guillermo was by far one of the highlights of our trip! The organic & local food, the company, the fun & lively conversation, and the overall experience were EXCELLENT! Guillermo recommended several "non-touristy" things to try which we really appreciated! He was very warm and welcoming and it was clear that he LOVES doing what he does. We could not recommend them more! We'll definitely go back on our next visit to Barcelona read more

Best way to experience life in Catalunya. Working with Cristina to plan two events was easy to do and I had complete confidence that our adventures would be what we wanted. First day we traveled to a land preserve with Marta. There were four of us so we just drove in her car. We spent some time on a farm, learning about organic farm life Catalunya. We harvested calcot (a type of onion) and then went to a nearby 10th centery farm to prepare a meal with a local chef - Pep. We had our own calcotada with wine, home made romesco sauce, grilled meats and plenty of laughter. Marta is from the area so she knew everybody and ensured a warm welcome. The day before we had been to a market and discovered wild forest asparagus. The family made a tortilla for us and sent us home with tortilla sandwiches. The second trip was a tour of the fishing docks in Barcelona with Anna. She is a marine biologist and knows the entire ecology of fishing around Barcelona. We watched the fishermen unload, learned about the different nets and fishing techniques, visited the market where they sell their catch, and then, best of all, we returned to one of the boats and prepared a fantastic meal with the freshest fish you'll ever find. The food was amazing, I learned some new dishes, and many hours later we left happy, having made new friends and cherising our unique adventure. Cristina is so responsive and knowdegeable that she can make just about anything happen so if you are looking to do something out of the ordinary, and exciting, contact her to help you plan your next adventure in Barcelona. read more

This was a 5 star, 4 hour experience as we made and ate tapas. Guillermo and Christina are wonderful host with great knowledge and excellent teachers. Very fluent in English. Located in a central downtown apartment. Booked with EatWith. Recipes provided after the session. read more

STOP your searching! This is the place for a small intimate group dinner with your hosts Cristina and Guillermo. Authentic Catalan menu with fresh in season produce combined with a young couple who love their region and proud to share their local recipes for tapas with guests. We had the hands on opportunity to prepare the series of tapas with our two young chefs in their home. Their preparations were extraordinary and the meal satisfying conveyed of 7+ preparations using organic and fresh local food whenever possible. Delish! What is equally as important is their desire to celebrate life in their home with guests sharing stories over dinner and learning more about Barcelona and their region. It was almost like family as they treated us to a fantastic, fun and memorable experience that will not be forgotten. As soon as it's possible to return to this fine city, my wife and I hope to renew the friendship begun on this magical evening sharing food and life. It was the best 4 hours of our trip and my wife and I highly recommend you do the same on your next stop to Barcelona! read more

My husband and I signed up for Guillermo and Cristina's Market Tour and Paella Cooking Class after reading other reviews. With a group of 10 other people, we explored the local market and selected some of the ingredients for the paella. Guillermo was great in educating us on many of the items in the market and translating when we had questions. Following our shopping trip, we headed back to his apartment and met up with Cristina. We then spent a wonderful few hours learning to cook paella, drinking wine and enjoying great conversation with the other participants. Both Guillermo and Christina were very open with sharing their lives and answering our many questions on food, culture, and all things Spanish. But the highlight was enjoying the meal we all created which was amazing. I highly recommend this class if you are looking to do something fun, different and are interested in getting a local experience. It was much more than just a cooking class, it was truly a view into local life in Barcelona. We enjoyed ourselves so much, we went on Cristina's Walking and Shopping Tour in Gracia later that week which was just as great. read more

We had a great time at Christina and Guillermo's. The food was wonderful and you couldn't ask for better hosts. We met 8 other people there who I'm sure will echo my sentiments. We got to share a meal of all local, fresh tapas which was different than the potatas bravas or other fried food you can find at any restaurant in Barcelona. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone visiting. read more

This couple is so kind and creative. They make you feel instantly at home in their beautiful apartment. My family and I had the best time cooking and chatting with them. It was the best part of our whole trip... and out trip was amazing! If you want an authentic, unforgettable experience, book with Barcelona Slow Travel! read more

The tapas dinner was an awesome experience. Christina and Guillermo were wonderful hosts and it was definitely a highlight of the trip. The food and drinks were excellent but we most enjoyed getting to know such a lovely couple and more about the city of Barcelona. Do it! read more

We had a wonderful time with Cristina and Guillermo. The tapas we made were delicious and we met some other great people in the class. Cristina and Guillermo both speak perfect English but know everything there is to know about Barcelona so it felt like we got the true Barcelona experience. I highly recommend booking a class or outing with them! read more

I do not recommend the tapas tour. I went on a few other food tours and I was not impressed with the food and it was quite expensive for what you get. Also, a friend offered some constructive feedback to Guillaume and he was very unprofessional to this individual. I would recommend another food tour, as there are great ones in Barcelona for good prices. go elsewhere. read more