Brendan

The Culinary Explorer

  • I live in Barcelona
  • I speak English, Español, Português
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 10 hours

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Brendan

Hi, I'm Brendan. Like the Irish medieval explorer St. Brendan, I've always been drawn to exploring different cultures. From Irish roots and a Brazilian farm upbringing, my passion for food and travel began early. After exploring almost 50 countries and spending nine years in tech, I've settled in Spain, my true home. I'm excited to share my love for Spanish food and culture with you on a fun and engaging tour in lesser-known parts.

  • I live in Barcelona
  • I speak English, Español, Português
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 10 hours

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Reviews

Michael
5 May 2025
A friend recommended the WithLocals experiences so we booked a food tour with Brendan. We started with some churros and chocolate then had a beautiful walk through the old city down to the beach. Brendan was very knowledgeable about the history of this part of Spain. We wandered the streets looking for images of St. George and the dragon. We finished up at a very locals-only tapas bar where we sampled the local cuisine. I would recommend this experience and we thought that Brendan was very personable and his knowledge of the history and food of Catalan were a real plus. Great history and food
Philip
2 May 2025
Best ever - informative with great hidden gems - created a tour to our wishes with bonuses … food was awesome - black pudding a must - overall outstandingAwesome - Brendan is the best 10 stars
John
29 March 2025
Great tour and way more than we paid for without question. My wife and I take food tours all the time. I have never been so full on a food tour. Great selections and great history with Brendan’s knowledge of the Barcelona area. It’s great to get more than you feel you paid for in a tour. Thanks BrandanBy John
Emma
19 March 2025
Absolute must tour, especially if you’ve got a 48 hour stop off in Barcelona and want to see the sites, get off the beaten track and see Barcelona from a unique and refreshing perspective. Brendan’s knowledge was perfect for us. We like culture and history, but we liked his humour and the delivery as much as the content. Some fantastic quirky facts you wouldn’t get from a book. Brendan is well travelled speaks multiple languages and his story is as interesting as Barcelona itself. He made us feel so welcome in the city he has adopted as home and the places we visited were ‘real’ Barcelona. The time together flew by which is credit to his great ability to keep it lively, interesting and authentic. Thanks so much Brendan.Barcelona & Brendan - perfect match
AFAR
18 March 2025
We spent a delightful afternoon with Brendan exploring the Mercat de Santa Caterina, and the nooks and crannies of the Born and the Barri Gotic. His knowledge and passion for the food, history and culture of Spain and the region enriched our visit. We visited the following locations: La Colmena, a bakery operating for over 172 years, we tasted Xuixo, a pastry created in Girona, and homemade natural candy. Santa Caterina Market, one of Barcelona's many public markets, where we tasted hams and cheeses (Zamorrano, Mahon and Garrotxa). Casa Gispert - Shop selling exotic spices, almonds and other goodies. Gracias, Brendan, for a great personalized tour!A Delightful Afternoon
Suzanne
9 March 2025
What an amazing experience! Brendan was so knowledgeable about the city of Barcelona, the traditions, and the food! His passion for food, history, and culture is so evident. He has so much life experience for a young man. It was a pleasure to spend the day with him. Highly recommended tour!By Suzanne
Jim
5 March 2025
Now THAT was a food tour! Plenty of laughter, history, information, tastings, and lots of food. Brendan knows his subject (Barcelona food) and shares it generously. We've had other food tours but he actually feeds you. Good to meet you, Brendan, we had a great time with you. Jim & Candy J, Saugatuck, MichiganReview by Jim
Padraig
14 February 2025
We were in Barcelona for a five days in late October and did the Taste of Catalan Elegance experience in order to balance traditional sightseeing and trying out traditional wines. We would highly recommend the tour. The guide, Brendan, is very personable and knowledgeable of the history of the Roman Quarter, Barcelona and Catalan culture in general. We got a good insight into the area and he gave us some great recommendations for restaurants and other things to do during our stay. The tasting itself happened in an intimate Catalan cellar which really charmed us. The sommelier, Joan, is very passionate about his profession and the time flew by as we learned about cultivation methods, tasting techniques and life philosophy. The food and wines were all of excellent quality and we enjoyed ourselves immensely. Overall, I think the tour is excellent value for money and a great way to learn more about the city while indulging in some great wines. Highly recommended.Delicious and enlightening experience in Barcelona
Bridgett
2 February 2025
My friends and I booked the food tour and luxury wine tasting with Brendan. It was absolutely the highlight of my trip! Brendan is so knowledgeable about the history of Barcelona and the intersection with food and wine. If you are visiting Barcelona, you HAVE to go on one of his tours! Thank me later ;)Review by Bridgett Rorrer
Linda
13 January 2025
Brendan took us on a tour of an area of Barcelona and we enjoyed it so much we asked about taking another tour. Brendan asked us what we would like to see and experience and designed a 2nd tour. We were taken to the original Roman buildings, a bakery, candy shop and a wine shop. We were treated to a number of very good wines and some cheeses at the wine store. The owner spoke very good English. We had a cup of very thick chocolate with churros to dip into it. We visited a very modern market and enjoyed lunch. Along the way Brendan pointed out historic buildings and squares. We hope to go back to Barcelona and tour with Brendan again. He is highly recommended by us.Very Inclusive Tour

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