The most gourmet plans of Christmas

There are those who say that Christmas is routine, but in Barcelona, a new story is written every year. This 2025, the city unfolds plans for all tastes: festive menus signed by great chefs, design markets with a drink in hand, turrones that look like sculptures, and nights that pay homage to Gaudí, Miró, or Dalí. The most classic and the most contemporary Barcelona go hand in hand between bikittones, neulas, and trinxats. Whether you like hearty banquets or prefer to snack in style, here are 10 gastro plans to savor December with style.

A palace dedicated to Christmas

The Palace Barcelonacelebrates Christmas in capital letters: Jerez zambombas, charity concerts, afternoons with Santa Claus and a workshop to create and decorate your own gingerbread house. There are also alpine cinemas under blankets,afternoon teaswith live carols and festive menus with haute cuisine dishes —such as seafood escudella, elvers with caviar, or Bresse pigeon— that leave you with your mouth open and your heart warm.Jesús Caballero andRafa Zafrasign the proposal for a hotel that writes a Christmas story in every corner.

Views and conscious glamour

Almanac Barcelonastands as the control tower of the city's most chic Christmas. From December 13 to 14, its Grand Penthouse Suite hosts Almanac House:an ephemeral marketwith fashion, local design, and a drink at Azimuth. The gastronomic proposal is by Virens, which transforms into a market of seasonal ingredients where each diner can choose their favorites. In addition, the restaurant offers a special menu where fresh produce and culinary creativity shine. And to bid farewell to the year, a party with views, live music, and flavors that ignite 2026.

Roasts, Ruinart, and a night of pleasure

For those who experience Christmas as a marathon of pleasures, MR PORTERdoes not disappoint. On December 25, the space surrenders to roasts: slow-cooked turkey, tender lamb shoulder, and sirloin aged for 21 days. For New Year's Eve, a bottle of Ruinart and dishes like tunabluefinwith Beluga caviar or Japanese Wagyu A5. After dinner, it beginsA Night with the Foxdim lights, lively music, and custom cocktails. All, with the seal of Entourage Group, the universe ofYossi Eliyahoo, a master of hospitality who understands celebration—and the pleasure of sharing it—like few others.

Christmas on the Tibidabo peaks

From the terraces of theMETT Barcelona, Christmas is offered face to face with theskyline.Albarada and1925 Vermuteríapropose to experience the holidays from one of the city's most special viewpoints, with Christmas, Saint Stephen's Day, and New Year's Eve menus that interpret Mediterranean cuisine with elegance, light, and a touch of shared celebration. Very close,The Salecelebrates its 75th anniversary with a menu that pays homage to Catalan cuisine: chef Lluís Vinyes signs dishes such as escudella withgalets, the truffled pullet or thesuquetof monkfish with Arenys prawns.

From the fire to the dance floor

Do you prefer grill and avant-garde? At Leña, Dani Garcíasigns a Christmas marked by fire, with roasted chicken croquettes, trompe l'oeil offoie, grilled avocado and the iconicburgerthat changed everything. And if after so much intensity you want to slow down, a few meters away awaits youTorre Melina Gran Meliá, with an outdoor ice rink among the gardens of theresort, open until January 6. The plan concludes with a Christmas snack ofcinnamon rolland hot chocolate on the terrace ofL'Amaranta,perfect for taking a break amidst the festive hustle and bustle.

The bikittone fever does not stop

InBrunells, the famous bakery on Princesa street, Christmas starts with a hot and radical sandwich:panettonecheese and cooked ham filling. But this is just the beginning. Thepanettonesclassics —candied fruit or chocolate— continue to be a hit, all made with sourdough and 48 hours of fermentation. And if you want to look like a king, go for thepanettonesolidarity withAlejandro Serrano andThe Social Hubchocolateruby, cherries from Miranda de Ebro and profits destined for social projects. High-end pastry with a purpose.

Turrones you won't find anywhere else

If you are one of those who seek sweet innovation, Hofmannis a mandatory stop. This Christmas, the protagonist is Quetzalcóatl, a nougat inspired by the bonbon recognized as the best in Spain: cocoa, exotic fruit, and an impeccable finish. You will also find limited edition nougats, artisan pandoros, and thepanettoneDubai. Another of the big novelties of the season comes from Vic:Lluc Crusellaspresents a collection of sculptural turrones in the shape of the Three Kings, a sleigh, a snowman, and a snowy city. Ephemeral art with a chocolate flavor.

A feast with Nandu Jubany's seal

In theMajestic, Christmas is lived with flavor, music, and elegance. Under the gastronomic direction ofNandu Jubany, the hotel deploys its festive artillery:brunchof December 25 with escudella and cannelloni, refined menus withfoie, eel or Wagyu A5 for New Year's Eve and a Three Kings' Day proposal that combines flavor and sophistication. All accompanied by live music, drinks in the lounge and an atmosphere that turns every meal into a great occasion.

Infinite ways to celebrate

The Barcelona EDITIONdeploys all its Christmas creativity in a setting of sober luxury and full of personality. InVeraz, classic escudella and truffled cannelloni with live music. InThe ROOF, DJ, cocktails,trinxatswith langoustine and unique panoramic views. And at Cabaret, the big night arrives, with a performance byAina de Silva,caviar, a French toast ofpanettonememorable and dance until dawn. Each space of the hotel comes alive with its own narrative, united by the same common thread: celebrating the holidays as if it were the first time.

Gaudí, Dalí and Miró at the table

InW Barcelona, New Year's Eve is experienced with an artistic accent. Each space in the hotel pays homage to a Catalan genius: in NOXE, Gaudí's modernism is translated into a Japanese experience full of organic forms; in SALT, Dalí inspires surreal dishes with unexpected textures and effects; and in FIRE, Miró's universe becomes a Mediterranean festival. Everything is accompanied by live music and postcard views to start 2026 with inspiration.

A New Year's Eve like a movie

TheGrand Hyatt Barcelona,chosen Best Urban Hotel 2025 byCondé Nast Traveler, proposes to bid farewell to the year with The Grand Urban Spirit, an evening that deserves a red carpet. The chefDevis Vicimarks the script with a gala dinner at the IMPAR restaurant. Afterwards, drinks with live music at Sofia Bar & Tapas and a party at ZUU club until 4 in the morning. The next day,brunchof author, water circuit by Natura Bissé and late check-out. A perfect plan to bid farewell to 2025 and welcome the 2026 we deserve.