tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31693944825643797232024-03-14T07:49:21.750+01:00Smart Shopping in BarcelonaThis is an invitation to discover the city: Walk until you dropCarmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-66700260073520730332010-06-03T23:49:00.001+02:002010-06-03T23:50:36.478+02:00REC.01: 3 day outlet sale in Igualada<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Igualada is one of the industrial cities situated in the proximity of Barcelona. In the XIXth century it was one of the main textile producing centers and some well known fashion brands have their headquarters there. For three days -3, 4 and 5th of June- a special sale of factory outlets will take place. Well known brands will sell their </span><span style="font-family: Verdana;">designs of the past season, as well as catwalk models at discounted prices in temporary shops located in old industrial buildings in the Rec neigbourhood. </span><br />
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<a href="http://www.recstores.com/"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">http://www.recstores.com</span></a><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Get there with the Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat a sort of light train with stop in Plaça Catalunya. Find out at the website. </span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-81636109709793381142010-06-01T21:42:00.004+02:002010-06-01T23:17:43.399+02:00Funky fans for summertime by Kukuxumusu<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ9PI4NF1pDQuym6HUWR-v-zMAm8Jzphg5SX0oWo8rQfqw3o6uFZusyl-eb_7INiQ80EMHTw-lQGch0MVgR1PyYUHUDUj3_xsi2VJo2TRiSJVGzRmfftsPVIuKLpTIQgkplODiD546MSk5/s1600/Fans+kukux.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ9PI4NF1pDQuym6HUWR-v-zMAm8Jzphg5SX0oWo8rQfqw3o6uFZusyl-eb_7INiQ80EMHTw-lQGch0MVgR1PyYUHUDUj3_xsi2VJo2TRiSJVGzRmfftsPVIuKLpTIQgkplODiD546MSk5/s320/Fans+kukux.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Although fans are rather associated with Southern Spain, they used to be very popular all over Spain for many years until the advent of the air-conditioning. In the summertime, our grandmothers used to carry them in their bags and t</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">hose fans were decorated with handpainted flowers and designs. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fans are a great way to get some fresh air in the hotest months while we sip a drink sitting in a terrace. That is why many of us still use them, although we look for more contemporary designs. The basque firm Kukuxumusu produces fans which are fun, very casual and not expensive. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">C/Argenteria 69 by Santa Maria del Mar (El Born)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Metro Jaume I (Yellow line)</span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-9715093847558520392010-05-31T21:33:00.003+02:002010-05-31T21:42:11.889+02:00La Galeria de Santa Maria Novella: skin care products from one of the world´s oldest pharmacies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpRYIR_KL3JDFWv-All-YEuvRIJ-mSLtME5zIZY47BgUjNSK_tuJJKVZKjaC8MkwZ9YNCunxz1sIa1BZyQTukruQ3gyXuMDC4FHPr3VOQNxwkHGIzLt6j0X5lTFToilYqhdOPCVX0hartp/s1600/Sta+Maria+Novella.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpRYIR_KL3JDFWv-All-YEuvRIJ-mSLtME5zIZY47BgUjNSK_tuJJKVZKjaC8MkwZ9YNCunxz1sIa1BZyQTukruQ3gyXuMDC4FHPr3VOQNxwkHGIzLt6j0X5lTFToilYqhdOPCVX0hartp/s320/Sta+Maria+Novella.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Dominican monks began concocting herbal remedies in Santa Maria Novella (Florence) in the 13th century, in the time of Giotto and Dante. Later they prepared formulas for Catalina de Medici and it appears that the Eau de Cologne originated there, before it was made famous in Germany. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Being one of the world's oldest pharmacies, the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella still sells traditional elixirs, along with more contemporary skin-care products, oils and perfumes. In Barcelona you can buy them in the charming concession shop located in the old town. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">C/ Espaseria, 4-8, El Born neighbourhood, not far from the church Santa Maria del Mar</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Metro: Jaume I (yellow line)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.lagaleriadesantamarianovella.com/"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">http://www.lagaleriadesantamarianovella.com</span></a></div>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-21169338713473052412010-05-25T22:22:00.001+02:002010-05-25T22:23:49.073+02:00La Roca Village: outlet shopping<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC4MN3wTErNhYcmZPB3ebX9tjuuxUz7XdUsXQLhXmouLqwgnE8NmitOqWqoDcDyHWm3lUB9rGc4mA3aWviyVaKNyJMg-Y-H8OijGWU_nW3KQNhiv_qP9eJf-RTU5PSsSfbdXYXcjspnAmY/s1600/roca-village.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC4MN3wTErNhYcmZPB3ebX9tjuuxUz7XdUsXQLhXmouLqwgnE8NmitOqWqoDcDyHWm3lUB9rGc4mA3aWviyVaKNyJMg-Y-H8OijGWU_nW3KQNhiv_qP9eJf-RTU5PSsSfbdXYXcjspnAmY/s320/roca-village.jpg" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">An open air shopping center with 100 outlet boutiques of well known brands in a pleasant village setting, looking like a typical main street of the villages in the area. Better than shopping centers under a roof. Check available brands at their website: Lotusse, Piquadro, Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, Desigual, Custo, Boss, La Perla, Pepe Jeans and many more.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">L<span style="font-size: x-small;">a Roca Village is a short 30-40 minute drive from Barcelona. Exit the autopista AP7 (A7) at junction 12, signposted "Cardedeu". Then follow signs for the "centre comercial". </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">For your GPS:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Latitud 41.60933</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Longitud 2.34331</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Direct Bus service: La Roca Village Shopping Express</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">From Barcelona: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Plaça Catalunya, 10 (in front of Banco Español de Crédito) -10:00h, 16:00h and 18:00h</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">From La Roca Village: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Reception - Tourism Office - 15:00h, 17:00h and 21:00h***</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">**Except 24 JUNE & 11 September.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">***FROM MONDAY TO THURSDAY WIL BE AT 20:30H (UNTIL 23 june). TIMETABLE SUBJECT TO CHANGES.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Tickets sold on board and on-line at:</span><br />
<a href="https://www.larocavillage.com/en_GB/plan-your-visit/getting-here/shopping-express"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">https://www.larocavillage.com/en_GB/plan-your-visit/getting-here/shopping-express</span></a>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-85512187170071033792010-05-24T21:55:00.003+02:002010-05-24T21:58:38.785+02:00Watchcelona: watches made in Barcelona<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH-O-EOH5oJ89z0h5MFD_VnnNoCrK5t8hkraqnRMUnAms9m16rMQ7uTFUMB2jpdpK2ygNFnHcL0IK2vdoDa9f4vWaQOFmiYv72Dh-aUwRBxiXmv0FQHc8eEs6rlX1hKyCqRgb7avMTTCYQ/s1600/Watchcelona.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH-O-EOH5oJ89z0h5MFD_VnnNoCrK5t8hkraqnRMUnAms9m16rMQ7uTFUMB2jpdpK2ygNFnHcL0IK2vdoDa9f4vWaQOFmiYv72Dh-aUwRBxiXmv0FQHc8eEs6rlX1hKyCqRgb7avMTTCYQ/s320/Watchcelona.JPG" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Founded in 1991, Watchcelona produces a variety of well designed watches.Some are inspired in classical models, with big numbers and leather straps, rather minimalist. There is also a line of digital watches quite original and models decorated with works by artists such as Joan Miró and Chillida. Well known designers have collaborated with Watchcelona (Miquel Milà, Quim Larrea, Mariscal, América Sánchez...) which has also produced watches for Spanish fashion designers (Amaya Arzuaga, Roberto Verino, Lydia Delgado...).</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">They are working on a new website but the catalog displaying all models is available online. </span><br />
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<a href="http://www.watchcelona.com/"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">http://www.watchcelona.com/</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">On sale at Items d´Ho at the Diagonal, by one of the entrances to the shopping center L´Illa. Metro Maria Cristina (Green Line)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">La Capel, the shop of the cooperative of the Association of Architects of Catalonia at the C/ Capellans, by the Cathedral. Metro Jaume I, Yellow Line or Liceu, Green Line. </span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-40802400098341199642010-05-18T13:05:00.001+02:002010-05-18T13:10:26.445+02:00Antiques shops along Carrer de la Palla and Banys Nous<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHkesqFTlBN3-NUmHUmS7Bl86kZ6CMojbH19lU-UCuxdh4IFekHPh4OXQWaKYwvayKX0OGblaB4z1JNHEjDXbO7eW7hfaFdD8VYdAAH_2xAKjgEm85Rt1lznVwdIYrHkuc4H9SGdxmE330/s1600/antigue+Palla.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHkesqFTlBN3-NUmHUmS7Bl86kZ6CMojbH19lU-UCuxdh4IFekHPh4OXQWaKYwvayKX0OGblaB4z1JNHEjDXbO7eW7hfaFdD8VYdAAH_2xAKjgEm85Rt1lznVwdIYrHkuc4H9SGdxmE330/s320/antigue+Palla.JPG" wt="true" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1BiI13S0AG0R9gU2BC2BUbn8gFxTOzXaNffeeAp9ITX6tCvyHL3LC-A9vTI4cdPVeqRhqFAHNGgqbhA4-RUNDkorbLeTYgIB_YFCGgMA9xnsnhVatao_pgjVmICkL-P3d_8CcWp34hs0_/s1600/antiques+palla.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1BiI13S0AG0R9gU2BC2BUbn8gFxTOzXaNffeeAp9ITX6tCvyHL3LC-A9vTI4cdPVeqRhqFAHNGgqbhA4-RUNDkorbLeTYgIB_YFCGgMA9xnsnhVatao_pgjVmICkL-P3d_8CcWp34hs0_/s320/antiques+palla.JPG" wt="true" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Z_wfjfmDJ1z4Iybfk1PEmT0dNOEynlDuJ9uG8rG4JDXOexiwx1AwkZgzE1LHrAuy581b3Iv0GonCJeEBqeKPSq0wEVtRasZUznicDmLVEJwtRf9J6fzJG3MFOj9c_94yU3wOP1qUorVt/s1600/Creramica.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Z_wfjfmDJ1z4Iybfk1PEmT0dNOEynlDuJ9uG8rG4JDXOexiwx1AwkZgzE1LHrAuy581b3Iv0GonCJeEBqeKPSq0wEVtRasZUznicDmLVEJwtRf9J6fzJG3MFOj9c_94yU3wOP1qUorVt/s320/Creramica.JPG" wt="true" /></a></div><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In the old town, along the streets Palla and Banys Nous, not far from the cathedral, there are several antiques shops selling decorative objects, paintings, ceramics and furniture. There is also a bookshop selling old books and engravings. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Nearest metro: Jaume I (Yellow line) or Liceu (Green Line)</span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-871654762323837292010-05-16T22:15:00.000+02:002010-05-16T22:15:15.355+02:00Now there is a Havaianas Store in Barcelona: let´s flip flop...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8IE2XAW2xxPENh8gWBkvsbDED7qSLMwhDywdFM1QKYtHshExMesFB90ZaA2BUetkCQ0QaKqIwK0ol6LHEKL71wzB0sVNSJhw4mZJO_OvlkjxywXiAv6SaLovFNk_EZPHSux3GMcH-imeW/s1600/Havaianas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8IE2XAW2xxPENh8gWBkvsbDED7qSLMwhDywdFM1QKYtHshExMesFB90ZaA2BUetkCQ0QaKqIwK0ol6LHEKL71wzB0sVNSJhw4mZJO_OvlkjxywXiAv6SaLovFNk_EZPHSux3GMcH-imeW/s320/Havaianas.jpg" wt="true" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A few years ago I used to travel to Brazil for work and I discovered Havaianas, a leading brand in rubber flip flops made in Brazil known for their quality and colorful designs. In 2008 they landed in Europe and after being sold in multibrand stores, the first European Havaianas Store opened in Barcelona in March. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Centro Comecial Triangle at the Plaza Catalunya</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Entrace Calle Pelayo</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Metro Catalunya (Green Line)</span><br />
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</div><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I discovered the new designs by Lékué -a Spanish company based in the proximity of Barcelona- some time ago and I found them fun and practical. The steam cases are wonderful to cook healthy but tasteful dishes. It is the modern version of the "papillote" cooking technique which consisted of baking food wrapped in aluminium foil or special cooking paper. It is great for fish and vegetables but you can cook anything in small portions. I reproduce the product description of the mini steam case from their website because it is very accurate. The</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> mini is great for singles, or single servings, but there is a larger size. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">"The mini steam case optimizes steam cooking while intensifying flavours and maintaining nutrients. Because the mini steam case is small, various individual dishes can be prepared at the same time for a complete and balanced meal. The lids include compartments so food can be easily seasoned at the table. Up to 2 steam cases fit in the microwave and up to 6 in the oven. Available in 4 colours. You can use each colour for a specific application: white = fish; red = meats; black = vegetables; pink = desserts".</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">See how it works at Youtube</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGQhMwusK34">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGQhMwusK34</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">More information about the whole range of products and recipes</span> <br />
<a href="http://www.lekue.es/index.php"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">http://www.lekue.es/index.php</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Servicio Estación</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">C/Aragón 270 - by Passeig de Gràcia</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Metro Passeig de Gràcia, Green Line</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Find out other points of sale at the website. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">VVRATW3T7793</span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-53205430957143978852010-05-09T21:09:00.001+02:002010-05-14T21:40:32.134+02:00Candy glam rings by Escribà<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAf0W6tWYDwlaeqDB18z8MMNK3YnA3yed4zkJAu-YcaszpJCrO4GuWA-xOipIx0vTtuNZ7M5K8SoFl3luT3V97UC7H_eK142TIsBHLY-mWNuieJeMST7A-TA24lku1ERLSyxcfmaqgoIBU/s1600/Joies+de+caramel.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAf0W6tWYDwlaeqDB18z8MMNK3YnA3yed4zkJAu-YcaszpJCrO4GuWA-xOipIx0vTtuNZ7M5K8SoFl3luT3V97UC7H_eK142TIsBHLY-mWNuieJeMST7A-TA24lku1ERLSyxcfmaqgoIBU/s320/Joies+de+caramel.jpg" tt="true" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Over 20 models of glamorous rings made of candy by Escribà, a family owned pastry in business since 1906 well known for its creativity and chocolates. An original present to surprise your sweetheart, family and friends. New models in preparation in collaboration with well known designers. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.escriba.es/candyglamrings/index2.html">http://www.escriba.es/candyglamrings/index2.html</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Available at Escribà, Ramblas 83 (Mero Liceo, Green Line) </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-51896687365161471352010-05-08T23:22:00.002+02:002010-05-08T23:24:34.925+02:00ART: Metropolitan soul<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX_pUUeWeCoLwEmNfHjFFd6oDkr1NWbKPi1riyV32aXF4Qe6tEQApO_JUL57jMjD2X0mbTG3zENeexTB-oS2AcYN5flJaMYWR0mRURkQwPkaWVTBmlFgf88jpU8H_ZKn2e3JC5Pv0MCLAL/s1600/Art+airport+Tasc%C3%B3n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX_pUUeWeCoLwEmNfHjFFd6oDkr1NWbKPi1riyV32aXF4Qe6tEQApO_JUL57jMjD2X0mbTG3zENeexTB-oS2AcYN5flJaMYWR0mRURkQwPkaWVTBmlFgf88jpU8H_ZKn2e3JC5Pv0MCLAL/s320/Art+airport+Tasc%C3%B3n.jpg" tt="true" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Art is a Spanish brand launched in 1995. Its shoes reflect a young and carefree spirit, innovation and humour. They are perfect for a relaxed look for youngsters and young at heart. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">On sale at Tascón, a multi brand shoe shop with several points of sale in Barcelona, one of them at the Terminal 1 of the Airport </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The TUA line for summer 2010 of handbags by Braccialini –a very creative Italian company- is inspired in the Mediterranean. Models are colorful and are named after cities and countries. Under the name Barcelona they offer 5 versions of bags made of striped canvas, embellished with multiple patterned appliqués, flowers, hearts, colorful buttons and finishes in contrasting colors. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Braccialini handbags are available in Barcelona at</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Fashion Cheap, C/ Muntaner 226</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Due, C/ Sicilia, 226</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://shop.braccialini.com/tua/it/barcellona_tua.html">http://shop.braccialini.com/tua/it/barcellona_tua.html</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Pretty Ballerinas started as an online shop selling exclusively these pretty flat shoes which have become popular among celebrities and fashionistas worldwide. They are made in the island of Menorca by a company in business since 1918 and they reflect their expertise and craftsmanship, combined with moderrn design. Pretty Ballerinas produces over 150 models per season, colorful and fun, and there is always a model to match any look. The company has two other brands, Jaime Mascaró and Ursula Mascaró. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.prettyballerinas.com/">http://www.prettyballerinas.com/</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Mascaró shop: Bori i Fontestà, 9 (not far from the Diagonal and L´Illa shopping center, no metro in the proximity).</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">They have recently opened a corner at el Corte Inglés Diagonal (department store). Metro Maria Cristina (Green Line).</span><br />
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</span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-74325343276138958172010-05-06T22:44:00.001+02:002010-05-06T22:52:30.964+02:002x1 at Custo Barcelona until may 9th<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNrUhhxT2a9eiFqKzoccHwPySdKosyu6MgjBRZE_4xcTCnRSibFyzTx_fAt38CKCEhIkDuoj4W8Hgt0HhiIDoXCQfYb-QsIH3Ss9ABXMbm-WM8z3R2g15Yzsb8ZSoy376sDv8pYLDmlGSt/s1600/Custo+PLa%C3%A7a+pi.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNrUhhxT2a9eiFqKzoccHwPySdKosyu6MgjBRZE_4xcTCnRSibFyzTx_fAt38CKCEhIkDuoj4W8Hgt0HhiIDoXCQfYb-QsIH3Ss9ABXMbm-WM8z3R2g15Yzsb8ZSoy376sDv8pYLDmlGSt/s320/Custo+PLa%C3%A7a+pi.JPG" tt="true" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Custo Barcelona announces a promotion 2x1 until May 9th. Until then, if you buy two items, you will pay for the most expensive one only. Promotion available in two shops: Pça del Pi, 2, near the Ramblas, and the outlet situated at La Roca Village (where you will find other outlets of well known brands, Spanish and international) situated half an hour away from Barcelona. </span><br />
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<a href="http://www.larocavillage.com/en_GB/cat/women"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">http://www.larocavillage.com/en_GB/cat/women</span></a>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-27761767823126367062010-05-06T00:01:00.003+02:002010-06-01T23:29:04.062+02:00The best cruet in the world: a good souvenir from Barcelona<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8HrZd7CGdMno9cx_TLzM_TgMbdDPEbbR4VUJY5DanhyAcGzO8qhGGqOHimsZjrZft1eK7jV1cHmYIORJRn9Kd-2TAWXMaIOaFGC_rFc6Vyt55eZX4Fx-V7IgJ6x0Cv1oG5tMibCP8g_OW/s1600/citrellera.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8HrZd7CGdMno9cx_TLzM_TgMbdDPEbbR4VUJY5DanhyAcGzO8qhGGqOHimsZjrZft1eK7jV1cHmYIORJRn9Kd-2TAWXMaIOaFGC_rFc6Vyt55eZX4Fx-V7IgJ6x0Cv1oG5tMibCP8g_OW/s320/citrellera.JPG" tt="true" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Spain is one of the largest producers of olive oil in the world, and it could be considered the backbone of our healthy Mediterranean diet. Hence it is not surprising that the best ever cruet design is by Rafael Marquina, a catalan architect and sculptor, and it is been in the market since the early 60s. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It combines two characteristics of good lasting designs: beauty and function. In this case no dripping and no mess guaranteed. Your hands, table and table clothes will stay clean, as well as the cruet. It is probably one of the most famous Spanish industrial designs and there are many imitations around. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The original model is the most beautiful, as it has the best proportions, is made of blown glass and comes in different sizes, smaller ones for the table and larger ones to be used in the kitchen. Expect to pay over 20 € for the smaller sizes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">The cloudy oil in my cruets comes straight from a cooperative from a village in Tarragona, south of Barcelona, and it is pure extra virgin olive oil. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A toast of good bread with some extra virgin olive oil is the most delicious snack anytime. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Cruets are on sale in houseware shops and department stores. </span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-52589917355163666532010-05-04T22:26:00.002+02:002010-05-04T22:29:19.205+02:00Mango Outlet: the look for less<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4N6NelmVwrxUHUOxq85Q5OiMZ_U70ZzYpShKTlGEh0FxNttKn987b5b5P26MNvJ7V1r224R96kQTMhcQ1SD-QC3d72x2eWsVGpeYfdaQrb6H2DYeFhP9rMvkiygImnnIK1cV5nKzBcfAE/s1600/Mango+outlet.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4N6NelmVwrxUHUOxq85Q5OiMZ_U70ZzYpShKTlGEh0FxNttKn987b5b5P26MNvJ7V1r224R96kQTMhcQ1SD-QC3d72x2eWsVGpeYfdaQrb6H2DYeFhP9rMvkiygImnnIK1cV5nKzBcfAE/s320/Mango+outlet.JPG" tt="true" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Mango is urban fashion for women at affordable prices. With over 1200 shops in 91 countries, Mango is an international brand. However, you may not be aware that the headquarters are located not far from Barcelona. The so called <em>Hangar Design Center</em> is one of the largest in Europe. Look for bargains at their outlet located in the city center, not far from the Gran Via. </span><br />
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<a href="http://www.mango.com/"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">www.mango.com</span></a><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">c/ Girona 37</span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-57277143702467814242010-05-02T11:35:00.002+02:002010-05-02T12:39:41.442+02:00Mayol: good quality classical shoes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0ODOEOZ8hM5-lif_4_ELwUSA8axdTCePjcu2ZaPqpq50AFuL0ukTeEamvB7g6FBXyjnCF6PdIa_lyx2SRt4eucPPDNhqYLhI14hxltqAxQCgNN1h4tUKJQxEW7ta5clNHCZOEj1RemAic/s1600/Zapatos+trenzados.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0ODOEOZ8hM5-lif_4_ELwUSA8axdTCePjcu2ZaPqpq50AFuL0ukTeEamvB7g6FBXyjnCF6PdIa_lyx2SRt4eucPPDNhqYLhI14hxltqAxQCgNN1h4tUKJQxEW7ta5clNHCZOEj1RemAic/s320/Zapatos+trenzados.JPG" tt="true" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Mayol sells classical shoes for men of the best brands made in Spain (Yanko, ). The line for ladies is rather classical too and, in the sumertime, includes some braided leather models which are very comfortable. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Rambla Catalunya, 29 </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Metro: Passeig de Gràcia (Green Line)</span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-52838791683260320312010-05-01T22:25:00.005+02:002010-05-10T23:07:35.546+02:00Avarcas: the traditional shoe from Menorca which has become a summer favorite<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnivyAYasWO-bvoCShLwn9wOPZtRgYuPBVJ3qPCdGzRTR8tp6MVWOfFt_TvatHP40q2xm9stId2l6Q0DJa6CJ7Hx1KtwxVuKjbKoMA0Y8xSzx9fbXb9BBP1lVXW011ndPnKAZ_LiXyMDRm/s1600/Avarques.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnivyAYasWO-bvoCShLwn9wOPZtRgYuPBVJ3qPCdGzRTR8tp6MVWOfFt_TvatHP40q2xm9stId2l6Q0DJa6CJ7Hx1KtwxVuKjbKoMA0Y8xSzx9fbXb9BBP1lVXW011ndPnKAZ_LiXyMDRm/s320/Avarques.JPG" tt="true" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Avarcas sold in our days are an improved version of the traditional footwear used by peasants and fishermen of the island of Menorca. Made of thick leather with rubber soles they are sturdy as well as comfortable and fresh, and have become a summer favorite. You will find them in all sizes –men, ladies and children- and in different colors, sometimes decorated with small designs inspired in nature. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Expect to pay between 30 and 40 Euros for a pair of good quality avarcas. I prefer the Avarcas Pons, shown in the picture, produced by a family owned company from Ciutadella (Menorca) which are sold in many shoe shops. I also like the models sold in a small shop specializing in avarcas across the Cathedral at c/ Capellans, 2.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Before buying other brands check whether the instep and the inner sole are made of real leather, it should be thick without any lining, and be sure the soles are stitched and made of rubber (in the old times they were made of recycled tires and should look like a tire).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Jofre is a family owned company with several multibrand boutiques. They sell some of the best known international fashion brands: Prada, Miu Miu, Christian Dior, Chloe, Fendi, Gucci, Vera Wang, Aspesi and many more. Next to the Turó Park, an elegant residential area, at Bori i Fontestà with F. Pérez Cabrero, there is a cluster of shops: men, top brands for ladies, casual fashion for ladies, shoes & b</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">ags and children </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">The web is very poor but you will find the list of shops in Barcelona and other locations <a href="http://www.jofre.es/">http://www.jofre.es/</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Several shops by the Turo Park, near the Diagonal with Francesc Macià</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Bori i Fontestà 2, 4 and 6</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">F. Pérez Cabrero 7, 9 and 13</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">No metro nearby</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">The newest shop is at</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Passeig de Gràcia 104</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Metro: Passeig de Gràcia (Green line)</span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-5219416088404772352010-04-29T21:04:00.001+02:002010-05-01T22:35:47.990+02:00Handmade silver jewelry by Alejandra Escudero (Chile)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd7GeDBiXvSQqDw-lbjs7NCtjqRs4W0UkpJm0-s32myGDiogHX7o36HF9HbhCgdxhgwXqYYUu8Op5WsR89pklTgoCcsewxkkQ7eUzM3vTbMHZw-ZXlBDIdz53Ah25vXnq91s2mhXgG3sj3/s1600/Anillos+Alejandra+Escudero+020.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd7GeDBiXvSQqDw-lbjs7NCtjqRs4W0UkpJm0-s32myGDiogHX7o36HF9HbhCgdxhgwXqYYUu8Op5WsR89pklTgoCcsewxkkQ7eUzM3vTbMHZw-ZXlBDIdz53Ah25vXnq91s2mhXgG3sj3/s320/Anillos+Alejandra+Escudero+020.JPG" tt="true" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Alejandra has a small shop in downtown Santiago, Chile. Her designs combine silver with semiprecious stones. I particularly like the large rings with a rough finish (I have several of them). She has a one page website and she should improve it to better show her work. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.alejandraescudero.com/">http://www.alejandraescudero.com/</a></span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-90015759706829652862010-04-28T21:41:00.003+02:002010-05-27T21:08:12.765+02:00Fira del disc: the marketplace for vinyls collectors<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The ninth edition of the fair for those passionate for music and vinyls will take place this weekend, 1st and 2nd of may, at the Estació del Nord, an old railway station. This is the place to buy, sell, share and browse in search for something unique. You will have to pay a small fee to visit the fair. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Metro Arc de Triomf (Red line)</span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-83424468302330625442010-04-26T21:54:00.004+02:002010-05-21T23:07:32.511+02:00Baby Version Rock<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdqPART_DjFVxDezyQvAY3pV7XgJUNihcGLv0LmLXnke6GiyPyVTR_t0XHRYCH038Q4LG26cfEBtFgjV9mgPG0OxRqeEyicQPaPMgvlWdzs_FXsdsu137oSUvs2LJW0_n6SKEfmp2Xdo8K/s1600/Baby+version+rock.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdqPART_DjFVxDezyQvAY3pV7XgJUNihcGLv0LmLXnke6GiyPyVTR_t0XHRYCH038Q4LG26cfEBtFgjV9mgPG0OxRqeEyicQPaPMgvlWdzs_FXsdsu137oSUvs2LJW0_n6SKEfmp2Xdo8K/s320/Baby+version+rock.JPG" tt="true" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Baby Version Rock is the brand of Murielle Cohen, a French designer who had worked for the children collections of well known brands such as Petit Bateau or Façonnable. In her shop, situated next to the Plaça del Pi, you will find original designs for "cool" babies and young children. Murielle applies different finishings that often give clothes a washed or vintage look. If you think that babies should have a choice beyond blue and pink, visit this small but unique boutique. <span style="color: red;">SORRY, IT APPEARS THEY HAVE CLOSED DOWN. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Galerias Maldà, next to the entrance on the Carrer del Pi</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Nearest metro: Liceo (Green Line)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Named after the brightest star of the Aquila constellation, Altaïr is probably the largest travel bookshop in Europe. It is centrally located in Barcelona and there you will find a large selection of travel literature, nature guides, travel guides -Spanish and worldwide destinations, in Spanish and other languages-, maps, and travel gadgets. They also sell books about culture and anthropology, cooking and related topics. A visit to Altaïr is always a pleasure for travel lovers as it is more than a shop. They organise presentations and events and you can also check their board full of notices of people offering travel advice or in search for partners for their adventures. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Gran Via Corts Catalanes, 616</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Entre c/ Balmes y Rambla de Catalunya</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Metro Urgell (red line)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Since 1928 Castelló has been "the" place to buy music in Barcelona. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">They have two shops located near the Ramblas. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">One of them is specialised in classical music and orchestral music. The other sells all modern styles such as pop, rock, jazz, blus, metal, electronic...... You will also find second hand vinyls and merchandising. Castelló is a shop for music collectors and it is also the place to buy tickets for concerts.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">C/Tallers, 3 and 7</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Metro: Catalunya (Green Line)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Tomorrow is Sant Jordi (Saint Georges), the Patron Saint of Catalonia, and although it is not a holiday, it is a day for celebration in Barcelona. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It also the Book´s day, a tradition originated here which has been exported to other countries, including Japan. In 1996, the UNESCO declared the 23rd of April as the International Book´s Day. Most new titles are launched tomorrow, books are sold in the streets and well established </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">writers will sign their books at the main bookshops. Streets will be packed with people and you will see many Catalan flags decorating stalls, buses, balconies or in window displays.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Additionally, it is the day of the rose in which gentlemen offer red roses to ladies. Roses are sold in the streets and many organisations take advantage of this day to raise some money by selling them. They are </span><span style="font-family: Verdana;">also offered by bookshops and other shops. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana;">Do you want to impress somebody with a virtual rose? This option is available from several websites of catalan organisations and media. This is the one of La Vanguardia, the main newspaper published in Barcelona </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://rosa.lavanguardia.es/">http://rosa.lavanguardia.es/</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">The Palau de la Generalitat, the siege of the Catalan Government at the Plaça Sant Jaume, in the old town, will be open to the public. Behind the neoclassical façade you will be able to discover parts of the building dating back to the XVth century. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">It will be a great spring day!!!</span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169394482564379723.post-90961426437063087032010-03-29T23:20:00.003+02:002010-04-29T20:40:44.719+02:00Monas de Pascua: artwork in chocolate<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-TO2yf1APPCrEMZjO411heFdN2OOvUs0_HoFy_CyOJ_rHunaO78zL7TKhanMj5YsvfuQAxch3lgh3UKQ76U7qfit1FlfmONDOBWuIo7rrgCBssUVVC0nhddiLKt2o4BaRskscuNleXIdk/s1600/Mona+good.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-TO2yf1APPCrEMZjO411heFdN2OOvUs0_HoFy_CyOJ_rHunaO78zL7TKhanMj5YsvfuQAxch3lgh3UKQ76U7qfit1FlfmONDOBWuIo7rrgCBssUVVC0nhddiLKt2o4BaRskscuNleXIdk/s320/Mona+good.JPG" tt="true" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Easter Cake in Catalonia can be an artwork made of chocolate. Godfathers offer it to their godsons or goddaughters on Easter Sunday. The word Mona, although is spelled as the female monkey, has an arab root and means present. In the old times Easter cakes used to be a ring shaped sweet bread decorated with whole boiled eggs. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Watch this video to see some Monas, including the 400kg woodpeker on display at the Escribà pastry shop at the Gran Via. Those crazy about shoes can get some high heel shoes made of chocolate. </span><br />
<a href="http://www.antena3noticias.com/PortalA3N/cultura-espectaculos/Impresionantes-monas-Pascua-listas-para-regalar-Barcelona/10213459"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">http://www.antena3noticias.com/PortalA3N/cultura-espectaculos/Impresionantes-monas-Pascua-listas-para-regalar-Barcelona/10213459</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Escribà is a century old family owned company and is well known for its cakes and chocolates, as well as caterings. Their website is quite original but not easy to navigate. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.escriba.es/base_en.html">http://www.escriba.es/base_en.html</a></span>Carmenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07860557813020371394noreply@blogger.com0