As it was breakfast time, it was still fairly quiet so we sat outside. Our cheeky waitress looked doubtful when I ordered; "that's a lot of bread!" She frowned. I don't actually remember asking her opinion on my order, but she was dead right, it was a lot of bread, but I just had to order these dishes even though I wouldn't normally eat this much for breakfast.
First the tomato bread, we'd had these in a few places, but this was a superior version; the ratio of crispy toasted bread, fresh tomato, olive oil and garlic was spot on.
Their signature 'bikini' was very good as well; a toasted sandwich with black truffles, mozzarella & jamon. In fact no, it was better than very good it was excellent.
But the pièce de résistance, what I'd been waiting for the Mc Foie was heaven on a plate. Surprisingly the foie came separately and was in creamy liquid form. I poured it on. The burger was so rare, it was almost like a steak tartare. Fabulous! Probably the best burger of the year, and as you may know, I've eaten a lot this year!
It was well worth coming down for breakfast. Tapas24 is truly a superior tapas bar in a city that has no shortage of fine tapas bars. My only regret was not being able to try more off the menu. Ah well, next time I suppose.
I have to say I am getting addicted to your blog!! So many passions in common..on my first visit to Barca we ate in Tapas 24, the McFoie still remains one of the best things I have ever eaten...they also do a fantastic black calamari, the batter made with the squid ink..I really need a visit to Barcelona...cheers for the trip down memory lane!
ReplyDeleteThanks Gary, great minds think alike :)
DeleteThat black calamari sounds great!