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9 Barcelona Coffee Cafés

Business· Culture· Food+Drink· Local Living

1 Sep

Despite a thriving café culture, Spanish coffee has long suffered a maligned reputation, thanks to its Franco era practice of torrefacto. Faced with shortages and trying to keep costs down, local roasters coated coffee beans in sugar prior to roasting (torrefacto), giving the resulting coffee a burnt flavor. The practice still endures today, well past any need to do so…
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Book Club: Our cup runneth over

Education· Experts+Advice· Food+Drink

9 Jun

[Editor’s Note:  Whether it’s solo at a sleepy seaside chiringuito or in the company of book club friends in an Eixample ático, Barcelona’s a natural at bringing together books and wine. When we discovered that Salut Wine Studio owner, Melissa Leighty, worked as an English teacher and writer before opening up her wine studio, the die was cast. Melissa offers…
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Barcelona Neighborhoods: Eixample

Guides· Local Living

10 Apr

Gràcia, Gotico, and El Born may receive all of the attention, but Barcelona has a wealth of other neighborhoods just as distinct as the touristy favorites. Time Out magazine recently declared the Esquerra de l’Eixample (Eixample left) as the 2020 coolest neighborhood in the world. So, what’s the definition of ‘cool’ in the midst of a global pandemic? Neighborliness, kind,…
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Eco in Ibiza: Luxury farmhouse retreats on the party island

Featured Story· Local Escapes· Travel

3 Dec

Its rave scene may be legendary (or so we’ve heard…ahem), but all you need to know is that Ibiza is spectacularly beautiful. Calas the colour of Photoshop and sunset hikes among buttery-scented pine trees – all from a flight so short that, COVID aside, there’s simply no time for the drinks cart to make an appearance. Its looks are what have…
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Beyond IKEA: 8 Barcelona home decor stores

Fashion+Design

29 Nov

Barcelona inspires beautiful living. Whether you’re living in a 30 square meter studio or a 500 square meter ático, finding furniture and decor beyond the usual can be challenging. The city offers lots of choices; here is our curated list of some of the best and most unique Barcelona home decor stores. Omnibus An eclectic showroom offering a mix of…
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One Dish Wonders: 8 Barcelona food delivery phenoms

Business· Food+Drink· Local Living

18 Nov

Sometimes it’s good to do one thing and do it well. COVID closures have forced some local restaurateurs to switch to delivery and become inventive with their offerings and menu changes. There’s also a growing trend of entrepreneurs who are keeping it simple by offering one dish, with orders taken via Instagram DM or WhatsApp (not Glovo). Here are eight…
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Winter Cheese Board and Holiday Wine Box

Food+Drink· Lifestyle· Seasonal

2 Nov

Winter Cheese Board & Holiday Wine Box The holiday season is here! With travel being extremely limited and typical holiday parties canceled or going virtual, we are left with small gatherings at home with only a few close family or friends. For some, this may be a breath of holiday fresh air, a calm holiday season, at home. Small doesn’t…
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Happy Barcelona Dogs! So there’s a new adorable, Happy Barcelona Dogs! So there’s a new adorable, and pretty posh dog store @petspirit.bcn that opened around the corner from me, and well, they love my pups and invited us to an ice cream social with @pupukis.food and the dogs went crazy for these helados!🍦🐶🐕
I have walked passed this lady several times now. I have walked passed this lady several times now. She’s quite impressive as you get closer and depending on where you stand changes everything! The exhibition of Juame Plensa “Poetry of Silence” at La Pedrera is over but this beauty is still sitting there, quietly.
If you like fancy hotel bars, fashion and vintage If you like fancy hotel bars, fashion and vintage posters stop in @elpalacebarcelona where they are celebrating 180 years of fashion with Santa Eulalia @santaeulalia1843 - the stunning family owned historic department store known for its selection of luxury designers and brands, as well as a world renowned men’s tailoring boutique and chic bistro. These two together make for one exceptionally stylish afternoon!
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Honestly, one of the most beautifully designed spa Honestly, one of the most beautifully designed spaces. A special place to chill and escape the heat, the Biblioteca Gabriel García Márquez is simply stunning. Every corner of this library feels as thoughtful as it is tranquil.
Went to see a lady about a babka! 🤩🙌🏼🤩 Went to see a lady about a babka! 🤩🙌🏼🤩🙌🏼
Just life in Barcelona on the daily! Just life in Barcelona on the daily!
There is a new refreshingly unique concept store i There is a new refreshingly unique concept store in L’Eixample that you just have to see 🤩 Vintage clothing,  beautiful home decor, ceramics, art, light fixtures, accessories galore, and so much more! @avantgardeconceptstore
If you’re wondering if the Japanese Pancakes @ku If you’re wondering if the Japanese Pancakes @kumo.pancakes are worth it… they are. 🤩 if you haven’t seen or heard, now you know!
I feel like someone’s overcompensating for somet I feel like someone’s overcompensating for something…see next photo. But I like it! 🌱🪴
The best time (and only time in the summer) to be The best time (and only time in the summer) to be down in Barceloneta is between 7-10am before the hoards of people. Morning is for all the runners, cyclists, fitness and yoga classes and locals taking their morning swim!
Happy Barcelona Dogs! So there’s a new adorable, Happy Barcelona Dogs! So there’s a new adorable, and pretty posh dog store @petspirit.bcn that opened around the corner from me, and well, they love my pups and invited us to an ice cream social with @pupukis.food and the dogs went crazy for these helados!🍦🐶🐕
I have walked passed this lady several times now. I have walked passed this lady several times now. She’s quite impressive as you get closer and depending on where you stand changes everything! The exhibition of Juame Plensa “Poetry of Silence” at La Pedrera is over but this beauty is still sitting there, quietly.
If you like fancy hotel bars, fashion and vintage If you like fancy hotel bars, fashion and vintage posters stop in @elpalacebarcelona where they are celebrating 180 years of fashion with Santa Eulalia @santaeulalia1843 - the stunning family owned historic department store known for its selection of luxury designers and brands, as well as a world renowned men’s tailoring boutique and chic bistro. These two together make for one exceptionally stylish afternoon!
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