Penguins Kids Swimming Classes Penguins offers kids swimming classes for ages 0-15. Classes are led by experienced teachers and athletes, using recognized and award-winning methods. Classes are held in an innovative space dedicated to aquatic activities, with facilities specifically designed for babies, children, and pregnant women. Their teaching system is based on the age and ability of children and progressively introduces all the skills to develop a fine swimming technique. The Penguins swimming pool uses salt treatment technology, with no chlorine smell. Penguins is the only certified center in Barcelona to offer childbirth in water, using the AIPAP® method supported by midwives. About Andrea FellmanAndrea Fellman is the founder and creative director of The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Andrea Fellman

Old Boy Barbershop Old Boy caters to men seeking an effortless hairstyle that inspires confidence. Hairstyles for men have great variety and Old Boy stylists work to choose the right haircut to reflect the client’s lifestyle and character. Customers at the shop can relax on a comfy leather sofa, play video games, watch television, or simply enjoy a cafe con leche. The barbers are especially patient with children. Traditional barbershop services include beard trim, shave, hair coloring, eyebrows and mustache maintenance, and children’s haircuts. Appointments may be booked online or via phone. With 289 locations worldwide, Old Boy services can travel without even outside of Barcelona. 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

Colibri Granel in Grácia The latest upstart to enter the eco-friendly, sustainable granel field in Barcelona is Colibri Productos, a true family affair with mother and daughter running the store, while the father makes deliveries around the city. Dedicated to reducing waste and the reuse of packaging as much as possible, Colibri is a vegan-friendly bulk shop with a variety of products like legumes, grains, flour, spices, tea, nuts, and dried fruits. The store also sells Salvados beer, a local craft brew that is both ecological and organic. Colibri holds true to its eco-conscious philosophy; everything in the store, from the shelves to the bags to carry out their products are reused, recycled, or upcycled. About Andrea FellmanAndrea Fellman is the founder and creative director of The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Andrea Fellman