Eating Out
You're in Barcelona, so chances are you're already wearing your sunglasses, but it's worth taking an extra pair with you for a visit to the eye-meltingly jazzy restaurant Ocaña DF. Colourful doesn't really do this place justice at all. Located in...
Eating Out
Although it has gone through a few changes since opening at the turn of the century, the family-run restaurant Tandoor has always been a pioneer of Indian food on the Barcelona dining scene. With a its reputation firmly established, it's time for...
Hotels
International influences abound at Barcelona's Hotel Brummell thanks to the mix of creative influences that had a hand in bringing the venue into being. Australian-born, Barcelona-based design duo Blankslate are responsible for the eclectic...
Hotels
One of the by-products of the industrial revolution and the rise of international trade was a proliferation of merchants' organisations — groups formed by wealthy businessmen dealing in a particular commodity for the purpose of getting even more...
Bars & Nightlife
This is not a brewpub. Co-owner James Welsh is at pains to spell out that at Garage Beer Co., it is beer first, all else second. Brewpub; microbrewery; nano-brewery... little doubt you'll have come across the whole craft beer glossary (if you...
Eating Out
Despite the sign above the door, no one is going to be wandering into OhBo confusedly looking for woodwind instruments. That's because firstly, no one else is quite as stupid as all that, and secondly, one can clearly see what's going on inside...
Bars & Nightlife
It's not just whisky that Scotland is exporting by the barrel anymore, and the people of Barcelona are about to enjoy the Scots' expertise in a making booze of a different kind. Craft beer maker BrewDog has opened its first Spanish outpost on Carrer...
Shopping
It only needs a quick glance inside Feeld Organic in Barcelona to spot the standout interior design feature — it's as plain as the nose on her face. Conrad Roset's beautiful mural of a flower-haired, nymph-like maiden jumps out from the pale...
Eating Out
Gah, my eyes! It takes a couple of seconds to adjust to the level of garishness in Bananas, a bit like when you turn on the light first thing in the morning. But once one has become accustomed to the brilliance of the Barcelona restaurant's interior...
Eating Out
If, like me, you took part in the recent annual human foie gras experiment (known simply as: December), then you'll be paying extra attention to what passes your lips this month for want of being able to see your own feet come spring. Of course some...
Culture
The collections of four Barcelona museums have been consolidated at a new venue that offers an in-depth look at the art of objects and design. Museu del Disseny de Barcelona houses the exhibits previously held by the Museu de les Arts Decoratives...
Eating Out
Barcelona restaurant El Cercle enjoys a privileged location in a 15th Century palace, which meant interior designer Alfredo Arribas faced an enviable challenge marrying the existing building and its new culinary addition. Looking around the finished...
Dispatches
With works spanning the design of buildings, landscapes, installations, exhibitions and objects, the projects of Asif Khan MBE explore sites of complex narratives, community empowerment and questions of identity. Collaborating with Canada Water and...
City Notes
Inspired by the golden age of nightlife, Calgary's Sweet Loretta Bar nods to the throbbing energy of 1970s discos and vintage sound studios, the late-night venue situated in the city's design and arts district and offering an inclusive space for...
City Notes
Located within Newson’s Yard — a recently conceived design hub on the Pimlico Road in London’s Belgravia — Wildflowers is a new neighbourhood restaurant, wine bar and deli with a focus on seasonal, high-quality ingredients cooked over...
City Notes
Chef Santiago Lastra's latest venture sees London-based A-nrd Studio create a metaphorical home-away-from-home, where the locally inspired fare and affable atmosphere of family-owned Mexican restaurants unite with a contemporary twist informed by...
Dispatches
You said yes, and now it's time to celebrate. But how best to honour this extra-special occasion? With an awesome party of course. Your friends and family will just want to pass on their love and best wishes, so the details are up to you – and...
Dispatches
Whenever you are looking to book a holiday, you’ll end up considering lots of different destinations across the globe before settling on one. The ideal holiday spot will cater to every traveller in your group, whilst being affordable too....
Dispatches
In recent years, the demand for car trailers in the USA has seen a significant increase, driven by both personal and business needs. Whether you need to transport a vehicle for a cross-country move, bring your car to a race, or simply need a trailer...
Dispatches
Picture a master chess player. You won't be catching them moving pieces randomly, hoping for the best outcome. They will have a plan and usually think five steps ahead. Some people think success is about big ideas, and others say the devil is in the...