This was a day tour, starting at 10am and lasting about 3 hours. This neighborhood used to be a hub for artists and we found traces of Cervantes, the famous author of Don Quijote de La Mancha, all throughout our morning walk. I took a tour of the Huertas neighborhood in Madrid. The Devour Tours logo, shaped like a ticket you would take to get in line for the market, underscores their commitment to making sure you eat and experience the city like a local. You learn about the history, traditions and culture of the neighborhood all while tasting the best the best fare they have to offer.

The concept behind the company is to connect visitors with local eateries and markets and take guests off the beaten path to discover not just the food, but the people behind the establishments. They’re also available in Rome and most recently began hosting tours in Paris. Read on for more about the experience! About Devour Tours Madridĭevour Tours was founded in Madrid and has since expanded to other locations in Spain, including Barcelona and Seville. I was so excited to get to know more about this dynamic food scene on a tapas tour of the city with Devour Tours Madrid. RELATED POST: THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN MADRID, SPAIN You can find something to eat at any time of the day or night, with several restaurants having reached Michelin Star status. The capital of Spain is a culinary wonderland, with more than 15,000 restaurants in the city. I used to think I had the best tapas of my life in Barcelona, until I visited Madrid. Eating is an activity you undertake with friends, everyone’s forks digging in to the same plate of patatas bravas. The best part about tapas, and about the food culture in Spain in general, is the social aspect. Tapas! Is there a more exciting word in the food industry? Well, maybe “cake,” but that’s the type of food you eat in bed by yourself on a Tuesday night.

Thinking about going on a food tour with Devour Tours Madrid? Here’s what you need to know to get the most out of the experience.

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