What to eat in Tortosa?

A CUISINE CONNECTED TO THE TERRITORY

In the heart of the Ebro Lands, Tortosa gathers and showcases in its gastronomy the richness and variety of Ebro region products.

Tasting Tortosa’s cuisine means savoring the best of both land and sea and enjoying the most typical products of a region known for its excellent meals, turning each one into a true experience.


One of the land’s treasures that you must try is the olive oil with the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) Baix Ebre-Montsià, an essential element in Tortosa’s dishes. Without a doubt, rice—one of the most traditional crops in the Ebro Delta—forms one of Tortosa’s signature dishes. Mussels and oysters are also among the region’s star products, along with the langoustines from La Ràpita and the bluefin tuna from L’Ametlla de Mar, which have also become integral to Tortosa’s cuisine due to their proximity. Dishes made with fish and seafood will delight even the most demanding palates.


 

alking about Tortosa means talking about salt cod, one of the stars of the municipal market. This highly prized seafood product is incredibly tender and fresh, prepared in countless ways throughout the city.


Tender and flavorful, artichokes are also key ingredients in Tortosa’s cuisine, along with baldanas, a type of blood sausage made with rice, a very popular local delicacy. Citrus fruits and clementines, as well as peaches, are among the most treasured fruits of the region.


For wine lovers, Tortosa takes pride in the DO Terra Alta, the most renowned designation of origin in the Ebro region, offering a select range of characterful wines recognized worldwide. A delightful way to experience Tortosa is to explore the establishments in the city center and old town while tasting exquisite tapas and small portions, perfectly paired with these fine wines.


Of course, sweets are a must. Tortosa is famous for its pastissets (the classic ones are filled with candied pumpkin, but there are also versions with ricotta, chocolate, or orange), as well as menjar blanc and Garrofetes del Papa, small confections originally made for Pope Luna. Additionally, nearly every bakery and pastry shop in the city offers cóc and the Sopa de la Reina cake, two of Tortosa’s most authentic creations that are well worth trying.

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