A short stay in Barcelona is all too easily recognized by a return home with suitcases of endless garish gaudi paraphernalia, I HEART Barcelona sweaters and Sagrada Familia keyrings…but why are we all too often tempted by souvenir rubbish, made in China, when there is such an exquisite variety of genuine artesan-made, locally-designed products at our feet, begging to be discovered and lovingly regaled to our nearest and dearest this festive season?

Over the countdown to Christmas we will be bringing you DestinationBCN’s top picks for the best and most original gifts available in the city, from gourmet food suggestions to original catalan designers, presenting you with a new gift-idea every day until 25th December. This list isn’t intended for exclusive use over the festive season but rather as a useful point of reference that can be used for any occasion, at any time of year. Enjoy!