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Bilbao tapas are called pintxos
August 16, 2024

You’ve heard of tapas, right? Those small plates of deliciousness that Spain is famous for? Are you looking for tapas tours in Bilbao? Well, forget everything you think you know, because if you are visiting Bilbao you are going to notice the city has its own, even more incredible version: the pintxos.

That’s right, if you’re searching for “Bilbao tapas tours,” you’re going to be seriously disappointed. It’s like looking for a unicorn – mythical and impossible. In all the Basque Country there’s a different thing than tapas. The lovely little bites you see sitting on the bar tops are called pintxos, and although at first sight they can be confused with tapas you should know they are much different.

A tapa is not a pintxo but a pintxo can be a tapa in Bilbao

Pintxos are the real deal. Imagine tiny masterpieces of flavor perched on a toothpick or a slice of bread, waiting to be devoured. They are individual snacks that are meant to be. They’re more than just food; they’re an experience. And trust us, once you’ve tasted a true Bilbao pintxo, you’ll never want to eat anything else.

So, what are you waiting for? If the tale is right and the best way to conquer a person is through their stomach, the best way to get to know a city is through food! Join us on a Bilbao food tour and let us introduce you to the pintxo paradise that awaits.