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Etiqueta: Catalan sofrito

29 abril, 2020

Chicken with Lobster — Mar i Muntanya.

The essence of the Empordà in one dish: land, sea and Catalan tradition Chicken with lobster, known in Catalan cuisine as Pollastre amb llagosta, is one of the finest expressions of the Mar i Muntanya tradition. This distinctive style of Catalan cooking brings together ingredients …

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por Olga

30 enero, 2020

Catalan-Style Noodles in a Casserole — Fideus a la Cassola.

Family tradition, rich sofrito and the authentic flavour of Catalan cuisine Fideus a la cassola, also known as Catalan-style casserole noodles, are one of the most representative dishes of traditional Catalan home cooking. Their defining characteristic is also their greatest difference from classic Italian pasta: …

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por Olga

My name is Olga. I was born in the city of Barcelona in 1977. Since 2016, together with my son and a small team of passionate professionals, we have been offering bespoke tourism services in Barcelona. We are pioneers in creating fully personalized private travel experiences in Catalonia, conceived through the perspective of those who know the territory in an intimate and authentic way.

We design unique journeys that integrate carefully selected accommodations, private gastronomic experiences as well as reservations in an exclusive selection of the finest local restaurants and spaces, and specialized guiding services in history, art, architecture, ornithology, and botany. Each proposal is complemented by exclusive getaways designed for those seeking something truly exceptional.

We accompany our guests as they discover the most authentic essence of Barcelona, the Costa Brava, and the Catalan Pyrenees, unveiling hidden corners, inspiring landscapes, and places rich in history and beauty—accessible only through a deep knowledge of the land.

Our greatest commitment is to offer memorable experiences, where every detail is crafted with sensitivity and excellence, so that our guests feel not only well cared for, but genuinely welcomed—surrounded by comfort, trust, and elegance throughout their stay.

My way of creating and designing our experiences is also rooted in a personal sensitivity deeply connected to culture, nature, and knowledge.

I consider myself a healthy, grounded, and creative person, passionate about reading, architecture, design, decoration, art, and botany, as well as disciplines such as sociology, anthropology, philosophy, and depth psychology—especially Jungian analytical psychology.

Spirituality forms part of our daily life as a conscious practice, and music holds an essential place in our lives, particularly instrumental music, with a special predilection for jazz and classical music.

The piano, my favorite instrument, connects me to my formative childhood years at Virtèlia Schools in Barcelona—an experience that shaped my sensitivity and the way I perceive the world.