Eva Longoria Celebrates ‘Vermut Hour’ In Barcelona For CNN’s ‘Searching For Spain’ Premiere
The Hollywood star takes viewers on a gastronomic journey through Spanish culture and cuisine.
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Eva Longoria is raising a glass to Spain’s beloved aperitif tradition in her latest Instagram post by CNN travel series. The actress shared a glimpse into Barcelona’s iconic “vermut hour” ahead of the premiere of “Searching For Spain.”
In the Instagram post, Longoria is seen enjoying vermouth, the fortified wine that has become a cultural institution in Spain. “La hora del vermut is our favorite time of day,” the caption reads, inviting viewers to join her Barcelona adventures when the show premieres.
Vermouth hour is a cherished Spanish tradition, particularly in Catalonia, where locals gather mid-day to enjoy the aromatized wine before lunch, typically accompanied by olives, chips, or other small bites. The custom represents Spain’s social dining culture, where food is meant to be savored and shared.
This Barcelona episode marks the beginning of Longoria’s journey through Spain, where she’ll explore the country’s diverse culinary landscape as both host and executive producer of the series.
Longoria has been actively promoting the show on social media. In a previous post, she shared: “The gastronomic journey begins in Barcelona & Catalonia!” Another teaser featured Longoria asking followers, “Where do you think I’m going first?” accompanied by the Spanish flag emoji, building anticipation for her culinary exploration.
The actress recently participated in a promotional event for the series, where she joined food expert Antoni Porowski for a conversation about her experiences filming across Spain. During the event, she discussed exploring “the country’s rich culture and bold and diverse cuisines” that viewers will experience when tuning in.
The actress has spent considerable time in Spain in recent months. Beyond filming for the CNN series, she has shared images from Córdoba on her Instagram, posting “Friends, family and Cordoba ❤️🇪🇸” alongside photos of her experiences in the historic Andalusian city.
The series comes at a significant time in Longoria’s life, as she recently celebrated her 50th birthday. “You only turn 50 once but these moments I’ll cherish forever,” she wrote in a March Instagram post showing celebration photos. She later joked that her “birthday would be a month long,” suggesting her time filming in Spain may have been part of those extended celebrations.
Longoria has maintained a busy schedule beyond the CNN series. Recent posts show her attending a Global Gift Foundation gala in Geneva and participating in various fashion shoots in New York City.
“Searching For Spain” aims to provide viewers with an insider’s look at Spanish cuisine through Longoria’s enthusiastic exploration. The series will likely showcase both well-known Spanish culinary traditions and hidden gems discovered during her travels.
The Barcelona episode appearing first is fitting, as the Catalan capital is known for its vibrant food scene, from bustling markets like La Boqueria to innovative restaurants that have put Spanish cuisine on the global map.
With her genuine enthusiasm for Spanish culture and her natural on-camera charisma, Longoria promises to deliver a travel series that celebrates Spain’s rich culinary heritage while inviting viewers to experience it alongside her, starting with a traditional glass of vermouth in Barcelona.
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