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San Sebastian
Nestled along the Bay of Biscay, San Sebastian captivates with its pristine beaches, charming Old Town, and culinary prowess. Renowned for its gastronomic scene, the city invites you to indulge in pintxos (tapas) at lively bars or savor Michelin-starred cuisine. With its elegant Belle Époque architecture and the picturesque La Concha beach as a backdrop, San Sebastian effortlessly combines coastal beauty with culinary delights, creating a memorable experience on Spain's northern coast.
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San Sebastián is a paradise for food lovers, known worldwide for its inventive Basque cuisine, Michelin-starred restaurants, and delicious pintxos (small tapas-like bites). Here are some of the must-try culinary experiences in the city:

San Sebastián’s old town, **Parte Vieja**, is famed for its pintxo bars, where each spot offers its own creative twists on these small, artfully prepared bites. Favorites include **gilda** (a skewer of olives, anchovy, and green pepper), **bacalao a la vizcaína** (salt cod in a savory red pepper sauce), and foie gras pintxos. Many bars also serve variations with fresh seafood, local cheeses, and Iberian ham. The tradition is to go **pintxo-hopping** from bar to bar, sampling one or two bites at each.

The **Basque cheesecake** originated in San Sebastián and is famous for its creamy texture and caramelized top. Try a slice at **La Viña**, where this dessert was perfected. It’s rich, smooth, and absolutely unforgettable.

For meat lovers, **txuleta**—a Basque-style grilled ribeye steak—is a must-try. This flavorful beef is often cooked simply over a hot grill with sea salt to enhance its natural taste, served medium-rare. Many local restaurants offer txuleta as the centerpiece of their menus, often paired with a glass of robust Rioja wine.

This iconic Basque dish features salt cod cooked slowly in olive oil with garlic and chili, creating a rich, emulsified sauce. It’s a favorite in San Sebastián, with each restaurant adding its own touch to the preparation.

Given San Sebastián’s coastal location, fresh seafood is abundant. Try **chipirones** (small squid) prepared in their own ink, **kokotxas** (cod or hake cheeks) often served in a green sauce, and **percebes** (goose barnacles) for a unique, local delicacy.

These small, sweet red peppers are often stuffed with seafood like crab or cod, or served alongside other traditional dishes. They add a pop of color and flavor to any meal.

Pair your meals with **txakoli**, a local sparkling white wine known for its slightly acidic, fresh flavor. It’s typically poured from a height to create bubbles, enhancing the wine’s crispness. This wine pairs perfectly with pintxos and seafood dishes.

A traditional Basque cheese made from sheep’s milk, **Idiazabal** is semi-hard and has a smoky, nutty flavor. It’s often served with quince paste or drizzled with honey, offering a delicious local taste that pairs well with txakoli or cider.

For a true Basque experience, try the region’s traditional **sidra** (cider) at a local sidrería. Basque cider is a bit more sour than traditional ciders and is poured from a height, much like txakoli. Many sidrerías offer special cider-house menus with dishes like txuleta and cod.

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Recommended hotels in San Sebastian
Hotel San Sebastian Orly, Affiliated by Meliá
NH Collection San Sebastián Aránzazu
Mercure San Sebastián Monte Igueldo

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