Savor the Best of Local Cuisine in Calella de Mar

If you love fine dining and Mediterranean flavors, Calella de Mar will win you over with its local gastronomy — filled with fresh ingredients, traditional recipes and seaside aromas. This charming destination on the Costa de Barcelona blends the best of Catalan cuisine with maritime influences, offering a sensory experience like no other.

At the Hotel Internacional de Calella, we are passionate about the gastronomic culture of our region. That’s why in our restaurant we pay tribute to the classic dishes of the Maresme and emphasize locally sourced cuisine, crafted with seasonal fresh produce and our signature Mediterranean touch.

The local cuisine of Calella reflects the perfect union of sea and mountain. Being by the Mediterranean means enjoying fresh fish and seafood delivered daily to area restaurants, while the farms of the Maresme supply vegetables, fruits and local wines of outstanding quality.

Here, cuisine is a shared experience: each dish tells a story, and each recipe celebrates simple, authentic ingredients with love.

You can’t leave Calella without sampling some of the most representative dishes of its maritime gastronomic tradition. Here’s a selection of the favorites:

• Suquet de peix: a traditional fish stew with potatoes, shellfish and a hint of alioli. A fisherman’s recipe with Mediterranean flavor.
• Fideuà marinera: similar to paella but made with fine noodles and fish broth. Served with house all i oli.
• Arroz caldoso with lobster: ideal for those seeking a hearty, flavorful dish perfect to share beside the sea.
• Esqueixada de bacallà: a cold salad of shredded cod, tomato, pepper and olives. Light, healthy and delicious.

Calella’s cuisine also shines with traditional mountain dishes, perfect in cooler months.

• Canelons a la catalana: a classic recipe traditionally served on holidays.
• Butifarra with mongetes: a typical Catalan dish of artisan sausage and white beans.
• Calçots with romesco sauce: available in season, a deeply rooted Catalan gastronomic tradition.

To finish with flair, don’t miss the homemade desserts of the region:

• Crema catalana: the most emblematic dessert, with its crispy caramelized sugar layer.
• Mel i mató: fresh cottage cheese with local honey, simple and exquisite.
• Coca de vidre: a crispy sweet with sugar and pine nuts, perfect with coffee or a sweet wine.

The Maresme region enjoys a privileged climate and fertile land. Calella’s restaurants, including that of the Hotel Internacional, rely on locally grown products such as:

• Strawberries from Calella: famous for their sweetness and intense aroma.
• Gambas from Arenys de Mar: a coastal delicacy from nearby waters.
• DO Alella wines: unique white and red varieties that reflect Mediterranean essence.

Using local produce not only guarantees freshness and quality but also supports the farmers and producers of the region, promoting sustainable, responsible tourism.

At the Restaurant of Hotel Internacional, every dish is crafted to reflect the spirit of Calella: tradition, quality and Mediterranean flavor. Our menu blends local recipes with modern touches, always using fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Enjoy lunch with sea views or dine al fresco in a relaxed ambiance. We also offer vegetarian options, healthy menus and special event catering.

• Buffet breakfasts with local produce and artisan pastries.
• Mediterranean menus featuring fresh fish, rice dishes and grilled meats.
• Lounge Bar Internacional with cocktails, tapas and a sunset atmosphere.

Our Lounge Bar Internacional is the perfect meeting point for those looking to savor Calella’s local gastronomy in a refined and welcoming setting. Here you can enjoy crafted cocktails and Mediterranean tapas while taking in live music and the best views of the Mediterranean.

If you’re passionate about cuisine, we recommend visiting the local markets where you can meet the fresh producers of the Maresme. Calella’s gastronomic routes will take you on wine cellars, traditional restaurants and culinary events throughout the year.

Calella hosts multiple food and wine fairs where you can discover the most authentic regional flavors, combining tradition, culture and festive atmosphere. Explore some of the highlights below:

• Fira de la Cervesa (April): also known as the Craft Beer Fair, bringing together local and international producers on Passeig de Manuel Puigvert. Apart from beer, expect food trucks, live music and culinary novelties.
• Mostra de la Gastronomia de Calella (June): one of the year’s most anticipated events, where local restaurants present their finest dishes. Held in the heart of town, featuring wine tastings, cooking workshops and showcookings.
• Festa Major de Calella (June & September): during the patron‑saint celebrations, there are culinary fairs and tastings of Maresme products, with a focus on fresh fish and traditional sweets.
• Fira de la Tardor (October): the Autumn Fair combines gastronomy and local crafts. Perfect to discover seasonal produce like mushrooms, pumpkins, wines and typical sausages.
• Fira del Vi i del Cava (November): dedicated to wine and cava of the Maresme and DO Alella. Ideal for wine lovers, with guided tastings, pairings and live music.

These culinary festivals are an excellent opportunity to taste local cuisine near Calella and experience firsthand the region’s warm culture and hospitality. And from the Hotel Internacional, you’ll have easy access to all of them, combining rest and gastronomy in one stay.

Exploring the local cuisine of Calella de Mar means immersing yourself in a sensory journey where sea, land and tradition combine to create unforgettable dishes. From hearty seafood stews to artisan sweets, every recipe tells a story of generations.

At the Hotel Internacional, we invite you to live that experience with us: savor the best of local cuisine, discover new aromas and enjoy the Mediterranean in every bite. Reserve your table or your stay and let yourself be captivated by the true taste of Calella de Mar.