Can Sardà wins controversial 'calçotada' battle on TV3's Joc de Cartes

The Cerdanyola del Vallès restaurant took the top spot in a high-stakes culinary competition near Barcelona.

Generic image of cooked calçots served on a tile with romesco sauce.
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Generic image of cooked calçots served on a tile with romesco sauce.

The popular TV3 show Joc de cartes, hosted by Marc Ribas, achieved a massive 21.3% audience share this Wednesday while searching for the best 'calçotada' near Barcelona.

The winner was Can Sardà, located in Cerdanyola del Vallès. Its owner, Ferran Fernández, showcased nearly forty years of experience and impressive kitchen technology. Despite the victory, his demanding attitude sparked debate among viewers and fellow contestants during the final confrontation.

"If they tell me they are raw, we've messed up; I want the food to come out fast."

Ferran Fernández · Owner of Can Sardà
Other participants included Marevento in Castelldefels, L'Espectacular in Gavà, and Can Sues in the Vallès region. The program dominated the night's ratings, outperforming major sports broadcasts on national television.