Palafrugell’s cuisine is a delightful reflection of its Mediterranean location, offering a rich variety of fresh seafood, locally sourced vegetables, and traditional Catalan dishes. Visitors should try “suquet de peix,” a traditional Catalan fish stew, and “escalivada,” a dish made with roasted vegetables like eggplant, peppers, and onions. The region is also known for its excellent rice dishes, particularly “arròs a la cassola,” a local variant of paella.
For dessert, try “crema catalana,” a creamy custard similar to crème brûlée, or “bunuelos,” fried dough balls often sprinkled with sugar. Visitors will find a wide range of restaurants in Palafrugell, from cozy family-run taverns to more upscale dining experiences, offering both traditional Catalan fare and modern cuisine.
There are also several food festivals in the region, such as the “Garoinada,” a sea urchin festival held each winter, where visitors can sample this local delicacy.