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FLAVOURS OF SAN SEBASTIÁN
San Sebastián
From pintxo to pintxo… all the way to the stars
Words: Clara Serrano Vega - claraserranovega@gmail.com - Photos: Archive
San Sebastián is a city where gastro-
nomy is not just a pleasure, but a way
of life. With one of the highest concen-
trations of Michelin-starred restaurants
per square metre, legendary pintxo bars and
traditional cider houses in the surrounding area,
the capital of Gipuzkoa has established itself as
a world-class gastronomic destination.
Pintxos: a miniature gastronomic
culture
To speak of San Sebastián is to speak of its
pintxos — those small bites that combine qua-
lity ingredients with creativity and exquisite
presentation. Far from being a mere appetiser,
pintxos are an essential part of Donostia’s culi-
nary identity. Their origin dates back to the ear-
ly 20th century, when bars began offering small
slices of bread topped with simple ingredients
such as anchovies, ham or Spanish omelette.
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