Enjoy a gastronomic weekend in which you can discover every corner of Castelló, a lively city with many bars, restaurants, shops and gastronomic experiences, to get to know the gastronomy of Castelló.
Itinerary
Castelló de la Plana – Borriol
What to visit and what to do
Visit the city centre of Castelló, on your own or with a guided tour, to discover the origins of the city and its main monuments.
Lose yourself in the stalls of the Central Market, chat with the friendly shopkeepers and follow their recommendations to take home the best products of the province. In addition to the market, the city has numerous gastronomic shops where you can find the best gourmet products.
Visit the city’s craft brewery, where you can learn about the brewing process and enjoy an open bar of all the craft beers on offer.
Take a tapas route through the many bars you’ll find in the city centre, accompanying the snacks made with the best local products (you can’t miss the characteristic ximos) with a good local wine or beer.
Delve into the life of a family of Masoveros (farmers), learn how they lived in the past, and visit an orange farm with specialised guides who will reveal all the secrets of the fruit of the gods.
Learn how to cook authentic Valencian paella, following the instructions of a professional chef on a farm surrounded by orange and olive trees.
Discover the origins of Castelló de la Plana by visiting the Castell Vell and the Ermita de la Magdalena, where the ancient settlers who formed the present-day city were located.
Visit Borriol, where orange growing plays a major role, and discover its prehistoric sites and history linked to the Christian conquest.
Activities and guided tours companies
Where to eat
Typical dishes and star products
Paella
Castellón pot
Ximo
Tellinas
Beach cuttlefish
Arroz a banda, with espardeñas, rossejat and other varieties