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Two stalls and a bar. This is the only activity in the Ciutat Meridiana market for the past year. When this market was inaugurated in 1968 with the aim of supplying an area of the city that began to be populated by migratory flow, the customers organized themselves to queue, and be able to shop without being late for their jobs. One of them is Pura, who arrived in Torre Baró from Jaén at the age of 9. She is now 74, and together with her husband, every morning they have a cortado at the only bar left. “There used to be three bars, fishmongers, butchers, greengrocers, everything, now you see, we have to make do,” Pura says resigned.

Our country has a wide range of food products and also a way of understanding cooking and gastronomy that causes admiration in much of the world. Knowing and preserving these products and methods of preparation, as well as ensuring they are accessible to all consumers, is essential to guarantee a way of living, sharing experiences, and nourishing ourselves that finds its highest expression in collective achievements such as the Mediterranean diet. That is precisely the spirit that drives Auténtica, the great food and quality products fair, whose values are closely linked to origin, authenticity, and sustainability.

“They are forcing us to close a restaurant that our grandparents opened in 1955,” says a helpless Albert Casado, third generation at the helm of La Caleta, the establishment that started as a seasonal snack bar and, with hard work and dedication, became the family restaurant that has become a meeting point for various generations.

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To speak of De Muller is to speak of one of Tarragona’s most historic wineries, but also of a brand that has transcended the winemaking sphere thanks to one of its most emblematic wines: the communion wine which, for decades, has reached the Vatican and forms part of the celebration of the Eucharist. Founded over a century and a half ago, De Muller is present in two designations of origin, Priorat and Tarragona, where it has managed to preserve a legacy built on quality and respect for the territory. And they not only boast their great wines and their curious communion wine; they also produce artisanal vermouths with traditional recipes, long-aged soleras, and unique liqueurs that seek to reflect their historical essence.

Summer in Catalonia smells like the sea and, above all, sweet fruit. But, what is the undisputed queen of the season? According to the 1st edition of the Flavor Thermometer presented by Ametller Origen, the verdict is clear: watermelon (39%) is the fruit with the preferred flavor of summer for Catalans.

Watermelon has established itself as a must-have in homes during the summer. It is the centerpiece of shared moments at home, at the beach, or during any break of the day, whether as a traditional dessert, a healthy snack, or the star ingredient in sweet and savory recipes.

Goat milk with fig jam. These are the main ingredients of El Far del Sud, the ice cream that Jordi Roca has dedicated to the band Sopa de Cabra, which in 2026 celebrates 40 years of career; the same number celebrated by El Celler de Can Roca. Beyond the coincidence in the anniversary, the idea of making a collaboration is the result of the complicity between the Rocas and the authors of hits like L’Empordà or Camins.

Behind every great chef are years in the kitchens of others, learning, observing, and waiting for the moment to finally have their own kitchen. But, making the leap from cooking others’ ideas to leading a restaurant is the most difficult step in the profession. A barrier that has surely caused us to miss the chance to discover the vision of great talents.

Grana Padano DOP cheese is one of the key ingredients in contemporary cuisine thanks to its ability to integrate with gastronomic tradition, its nutritional value, and great versatility. In a context where we increasingly seek healthy, easy, and tasty recipes, this cheese is one of the best options: it is naturally nutritious, rich in protein, a source of calcium, and also naturally lactose-free. These characteristics make this cheese essential for an active and balanced diet, all without giving up the pleasure of eating well.