by Josep Maria Reichardt 
Discover the charm of the Can Puig Restaurant and seal your Gastronomic Passport!
In the heart of the exuberant Catalan nature, hides a place that not only offers a feast for the palate, but also a journey through the history and traditions of the region. We talk about the Restaurant Can Puig, an emblematic establishment with 75 years of service and dedication, which is part of the prestigious heritage and gastronomy route 2022-23 organized by the La Selva Hospitality Association. It's time to stamp your gastronomic passport!
Discover our surroundings: Hermitages, farmhouses, forests, legends, mushrooms (bolets), pools (gorgs), waterfalls and castles, the most emblematic of all the Castell de Montsoriu, are some of the elements that you will find near the Restaurant Can Puig .
The Can Puig Restaurant in Sant Feliu de Buixalleu, is not just a place to eat, but an experience that invites us to relive and celebrate the rich Catalan gastronomic tradition. It is a corner where the past and the present merge in every bite, reminding us of the beauty and richness of our culture. Enjoy! Bon profit!
History: from barbershop to restaurant: tradition and passion
the roots of Can Puig They date back to about seventy-five years ago. What started as a small shop in the neighborhood, with grandfather Josep working as a barber and grandmother Maria cooking for the locals, evolved into what we know today as one of the pillars of Catalan gastronomy. During the holidays, this store became an epicenter of fun and culture, hosting dances and playing music on a handlebar piano. It was a place that brought together the community, attracting residents from Santa Coloma and other nearby areas who walked kilometers just to participate in these celebrations.
As time went by, the business grew, expanding its space and enriching its gastronomic offering. It became the favorite place for those who, during the summer, were looking for a culinary refuge after a day of mushroom picking in the surrounding forests, and also for those who fled from the hustle and bustle of the big city to find tranquility and good food. in the countryside.
If you are passionate about gastronomy and rural heritage, you cannot miss the opportunity to visit Can Puig. Stamp your gastronomic passport and be part of the great family of gourmets who have succumbed to the charms of this place. We are waiting for you with the doors open and a table ready to serve you the best of Catalonia!
The Can Puig Restaurant menu celebrates Catalan tradition
The tradition is still alive in Can Puig. The dishes are an ode to fresh and local ingredients. From the tasty mushrooms (bolets) to the seasonal vegetables, harvested directly from the restaurant's own garden. And, of course, we cannot forget the exquisite Girona meat, an authentic delicacy that reflects the richness of the territory. All of this, prepared following the recipes and techniques of traditional Catalan cuisine.
The traditional cuisine of the Can Puig Restaurant is a gastronomic journey to the essence of Catalonia
Catalonia has always been a land rich in culture, tradition and, of course, gastronomy. The Can Puig Restaurant, with its traditional cuisine, is a witness and heir to that legacy that for generations has delighted locals and others. A tour of its menu is, without a doubt, an immersion in flavor, history and love for cooking.
Iconic dishes of the house
From the beginning, Can Puig has had a strong commitment to tradition and quality. Their dishes are an example of this. They stand out:
- Canalones (Canelons): A classic that never disappoints, with that authentic flavor that reminds us of Sundays at grandma's house.
- Snails (Cargols): These snails are prepared with a recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation, bearing the distinctive seal of the house.
- Roasted duck (Ànec rostit): Roasted duck, juicy and with that crispy point on the skin, is a delight that you cannot pass up.
- Pork feet with prawns (Peus de porc amb gambes): A surprising combination of sea and mountains that marries the best flavors of meat with those of the sea, demonstrating the versatility and richness of Catalan cuisine.
- Beef with mushrooms (Vedella amb bolets): Beef with mushrooms, soft, tender and tasty, is a dish that speaks to us of forests and mountains, of cool afternoons and family gatherings.
- Roasted wild boar (Senglar rostit): The wild boar, hunted in the vicinity of the restaurant, roasted, powerful and characteristic, takes us to the rural landscapes and traditional hunts of the region.
- Grilled meats (Carn a la brasa): An essential that stands out for its simplicity and unmatched flavor, where the quality of the meat is the true protagonist. Order their artisanal all-i-oli to accompany it.
They also offer menus adapted to each occasion. If the client suffers from any intolerance or does not fancy our traditional dishes, they can have them served and they will treat them with all courtesy according to their needs. Also menus adapted for children.
Can Puig's commitment to freshness and seasonality is evident in the rotation and adaptation of its menus:
- Daily Menu: A perfect option for weekdays, available on Thursdays and Fridays at noon.
- Can Puig Menu: A tour of the most iconic and representative dishes of the house, offered from Thursday to Sunday at noon.
- Calçotada menu: Available in the season of calçots, which are young onions roasted over a live fire, a traditional dish in Catalonia, it is a celebration of flavor and tradition.
- In addition, we cannot forget their starters and tapas that, by themselves, are already a feast of flavor: from the llauna snails, to the zucchini or potato omelette with eggs from their own chickens, to the Meat croquettes 'Olla, the toasts with all-i-oli, the bread with tomato and, of course, their famous salads with mushrooms (bolets) or seasonal ones.
How to get to Can Puig?
Located in the middle of the majesty of nature, access to the Can Puig Restaurant is an experience in itself. Surrounded by green landscapes and fresh air, it is the perfect setting for a gastronomic getaway. Follow the signs of the Selva Hospitality Association and let yourself be guided to this magical corner of Catalonia.
For more information:
Email:
info@restaurantcanpuig.cat
Telephone: + 34 972 86 00 24
or in the Contact Form from the Can Puig restaurant itself.
