The Flavors of the Delta: A Gastronomic Tour of the Best Restaurants and Local Products

If there's one destination in Spain where gastronomy is shaped by nature, it's the Ebro Delta. Here, seafood, rice crops, and local culinary traditions create a unique cuisine, full of flavor and authenticity.

If you're staying at TAIGA Delta De L'Ebre , we offer a gastronomic tour to enjoy the area's best dishes and restaurants.

1. Rice, the king of the Delta

Delta rice has a designation of origin and is the basis of some of the most

emblematic:

Delta Paella : It differs from the Valencian version due to its more brothy texture and intense sea flavor.
Black rice : Made with squid ink, a must-have for seafood lovers.
Grilled rice : Cooked slowly over wood to give it a unique aroma.

Where to try it: Casa Nuri (Deltebre), L'Estany (Sant Jaume d'Enveja)

2. Rice, the king of the Delta

Thanks to its proximity to the Mediterranean, the Delta is a paradise for fish and seafood lovers. Don't miss:

Mussels and oysters from the Delta : Raised in the bays of Fangar and Alfacs, they are among the most valued in Spain.
Suquet de peix : A fish stew with potatoes and aioli, typical of Catalan seafood cuisine.

Where to try it: Casa Ramon (L'Ampolla), Can Batiste (Sant Carles de la Ràpita)

3. Local products: beyond rice

Carob bread : A local specialty, with a sweet, toasted flavor.
Wines from Terra Alta : Whites and reds with personality, perfect to accompany any meal.
Delta Honey : Made in hives surrounded by rice and citrus fields.