Mestre Nicolau, 5 Barcelona
Monica Rodriguez started Gourmet Experience BCN to share her love of the city and her passion for cooking. After taking many classes, including the premier gourmet course at Hoffman, Monica, a teacher and a speech therapist, found the perfect fusion for all of her passions. Each class is designed to entice the gourmet lover’s exquisite palate, while having fun, relaxing, and making new friends. Classes are taught in both Spanish and English so you can learn to cook wonderful food while learning a new language. There are classes for all ages.
Monday-Friday 11:00-16:00. Closed July and August.
Fermentation Shop and Learning Space Ferment 9 is dedicated to the fermentation of food and drinks using microbes. The shop, near Sant Antoni market, sells all of the essential fermentation materials, including equipment, cultures, and ingredients, plus ready-made products like sauerkraut, kimchi, Salvadoran curtido, kombucha, and kefir. For those more interested in making fermented dishes at home, starter kits are also available, including to make vegan kefir or yogurt. Clients new to the fermentation process can take workshops in Spanish or English at a cost of 85 euros for a three hour course. Ferment 9 even works with local schools to offer fermentation classes for children. About Andrea FellmanAndrea Fellman is the founder and creative director of The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Andrea Fellman
Star Beauty Treatment Factory 236 Beauty Concept BCN believes that hospitality is the key to their success. The services are offered in a multi-functional space where clients can enjoy exclusive hairdressing services, check out different ways of creative living and design, plus art exhibitions in The Art Wall. The Factory 236 Fashion Station showcases fashion designs, creative collaborations, and product launches. Masterclasses and workshops are also available for both industry professionals and clients. Factory 236 prides itself on its exclusive and international clientele. Renowned athletes, models and society members of the city, have passed through this versatile space. The staff consists of a carefully selected team of professional hairdressers. Each team member shares similar professional values that fit with the Factory 236 philosophy and all have a passion for customer service. The latest and best hair techniques in color and styling are available, plus traditional salon services such as makeup, hair treatments, manicures and pedicures. Factory 236 looks for high quality products because the health of their client’s hair is a top priority. About Meagan BellovinMeagan arrived in Barcelona in 2019, having left behind a full life of family, friends, and career in Austin, Texas. Originally educated as a journalist, Meagan taught children in her local public school system for nearly ten years before moving to Barcelona with her husband and dog. Since her arrival, she has embraced local living, taking Spanish classes, making new friends, and rediscovering her journalism past by writing for The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Meagan Bellovin
Hair Expression at Royal Oak Your hair is a reflection of your creative spirit. Whatever your jam is, your hair should be able to reflect it. Hair is not an afterthought, but rather as important an expression of your personality as what you wear, or what music you listen to; but that doesn’t mean it should be a pain to maintain. Giving you easy-to-maintain hair that fully expresses your creativity and sense of style is at the core of Royal Oak’s philosophy and service. They strive to give clients what will work best for their unique hair and style – and something that is also totally achievable at home between salon sessions. About Meagan BellovinMeagan arrived in Barcelona in 2019, having left behind a full life of family, friends, and career in Austin, Texas. Originally educated as a journalist, Meagan taught children in her local public school system for nearly ten years before moving to Barcelona with her husband and dog. Since her arrival, she has embraced local living, taking Spanish classes, making new friends, and rediscovering her journalism past by writing for The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Meagan Bellovin
Yoga Classes for All Myoga Studio offers yoga classes, workshops and events around the theme of yoga, body, mind and soul. Various yoga styles are offered in English and Spanish. Classes range from a slow-paced, relaxing class to a faster-paced, dynamic class. Classes are designed for all levels of practitioners, including new moms. The studio believes in community and has been designed to give practitioners an all-inclusive experience, for every level and every body. Unwind, disconnect and practice in a friendly and welcoming environment. About Meagan BellovinMeagan arrived in Barcelona in 2019, having left behind a full life of family, friends, and career in Austin, Texas. Originally educated as a journalist, Meagan taught children in her local public school system for nearly ten years before moving to Barcelona with her husband and dog. Since her arrival, she has embraced local living, taking Spanish classes, making new friends, and rediscovering her journalism past by writing for The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Meagan Bellovin