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It can all be a little overwhelming, the city may not be huge but the culture, activities, events, eateries etc. is vast. So we have taken it upon ourselves to amalgamate our
local 12 years experience in the city via our blog. Whether you are planning on coming over for the festivals, want to find out vegan eats or general insider information,
we will keep you in the loop.
Lip-smackingly good!Mouthwatering eats you wouldn’t want to share
There are many images that conjure up when you think of the culinary in Barcelona, they would include paella, churros, cava, and more! Whether you want to find out local haunts for cheap eats, sophisticated places for a nice meal such as Abac and Pakta or underground private dining events like that of The Supper Club, we keep you up to date with all the happenings in the world of food, right here! read more
Barcelona has a lot that’ll brighten up your night....After sunset in Barcelona....
Lets face it, many refer to this city as the perfect place to pay. Nightclubs don’t really start to get lively until after 1am and go on until the early mornings, making it the best place to dance on the tables to some of the most renowned DJs in Europe. The fact that many bars and nightclubs offer terraces and beachside views, makes it that much more exhilarating. read more
Go back home with something more original than a ‘I ♥ Barcelona’ sweaterAvoid the city trinkets and read where to shop
It can be hard knowing exactly where to shop in this city. Yes, Las Ramblas is lovely to walk down on a sunny day but is not the ideal place to buy that token gift or much else to be honest – El Born boasts the most artisan and boutique brands here, whilst Passeig de Gracia is home to the upscale brands and then there is of course Raval, the barrio where you can get some cool vintage finds. read more
What's OnFestivals, carnivals and exhibitions
Festivals, carnivals and exhibitions are just some of the things that you can expect us to report on. Barcelona is famous for its exciting terrace parties and Spring/Summer festivals, much to the fine tune of Sonar and Primavera Sound. With a buzzing underground scene and exceptional art landscape you will also find an abundance of exhibitions and private screenings. The Liceu remains to be a key emblem that resides on La Rambla along with cultural gem Palau de la Musica – a modernista marvel. read more
Seen the essentials?Venture off the beaten track and discover the local gems
Barcelona has a magnitude of things that you, your partner, family and friends can do. So you’ve seen La Pedrera, Barceloneta, Las Ramblas and such and are now keen to unravel the insider Barcelona. Here we explore the nooks and crannies of this gem of a city. These include the cute horse riding centre up in Montjuïc where you can enjoy a delicious barbeque afterwards, to the romantic labyrinth park in Horta, mojito joint in Sant Andreu and the carretera de les Aigues a great place for running with spectacular views of the city. read more
Eixample, El Born, Barrio Gotico, Raval, Sant Antoni, Gracia, Poble Sec...Let us help you unravel the neighborhoods!
Every city has it’s own set of neighborhoods and the diversity of what the Spanish refer to as barrios, is all a part of the fun and exploration of Barcelona. The grandeur of Eixample pit against the underground and upbeat spirit of Raval, the boho chic of Gracia and emerging culinary mecca to that of Poble Sec demonstrate just how much each area has to offer. This is why we have immersed ourselves in each district to give you the latest of what is hot right now and the go to places to visit. read more
