Paella is the Spanish national dish.  It is a combination of seafood, chicken and vegetables mixed together over a saffon-flavored rice. Typical Catalonian cuisine focuses on fish dishes such as Zarzuela, up to a dozen different types of seafood are used in this dish which is served in a brandy and wine sauce. For dessert, try Crema Catalania, the local version of Caramel Custard. 

Try a Sangría, a blend of red wine, brandy, orange juice, mineral water and fruit. Cava is the world-renown Spanish Champagne produced in the Penedés region just outside Barcelona.  Priorato is a popular local red wine.

Tipping:  In most restaurant a 10% gratuity is acceptable.  Remember that when meals are included with your tour, gratuities have been taken care of for you.