Guide to Barcelona by Belén Vidal
A city is best discovered through the eyes of someone who calls it home. Our Maiwe Muse Belén Vidal shared some of her favourite Barcelona spots with us.
Jardins de Mossèn Costa i Llobera
A quiet cactus garden overlooking the sea — the perfect place to escape the crowds.
Handy Bakery
Belén’s go-to for pan de queso: little yucca bread balls filled with cheese. But really, everything they make is delicious.
La Central
A beautiful bookshop inside a former church. Don’t miss the plant-filled patio, where you can sit down for a coffee.
LOKILLO
The perfect stop on the way to the beach for a caña and patatas con boquerones, at noon or in the evening.
Paral·lelo Gelato
“The best ice cream ever!” Belén’s favourite flavours are pistachio, coconut and Fresones del Maresme. Grab a scoop and enjoy it at the nearby Jardinets.
Metl
A favourite after-work spot in Poblenou for margaritas, amazing food and Belén’s absolute favourite: the fish tacos.
