Turrón is a type of nougat made from honey, sugar, egg white, and almonds. It is a true Spanish delicacy primarily enjoyed during Christmas and other holidays, usually with coffee or as a dessert.

There are different stories about why turrón is consumed during the holidays. The ingredients used to be quite expensive, so eating turrón was considered a privilege. It was said that people ate it during Christmas, a time when they could afford something extra. Another story connects the tradition of eating turrón during Christmas to King Philip II; his chef, Antonio Martinez Montino, always made turrón during the Christmas season and served it at the royal table.

The origin of turrón is also not entirely clear. Some people think it came with the Arab influence, but most believe it originated in the town of Jijona in Alicante. There is now a Turrón Museum located there.

However, Catalans are also known for turrón. The Vincens family has shops spread throughout Spain, including 8 in Barcelona. You are now in front of the most recent addition to the Catalan family business: the Turrón Museum. Inside, you can learn more about how turrón is made. Visits are always in groups and with a guide in Catalan, Spanish, French, or English. A ticket includes a tasting and a cup of hot chocolate.