Barcelona

I discovered this place 4 years ago approximately and been going a lot, it's kind of my safe spot when I need to be out of my house but still feel safe and be alone. It's a free small cinema with a digital archive with a lot of experimental films. I highly recommend this spot. 

This is another cinema recommendation but this time it is an actual movie theatre. I think the most beautiful one I have been in and they also show the best selection of movies, old ones and contemporary also. Fun fact, I was there last year for their Halloween experience, and never had that much fun on Halloween, it was amazing. 

This is a vintage shop based in the centre of Barcelona, they have a really nice selection, handpicked and top quality with a lot of Vintage designer clothes and also they have a space (if i'm not wrong) for new designer clothes like Espiritu Club. They also have the nicest dressing rooms ever. 

This is an archival clothing store + record store. Been here a lot to check for weird archive pieces, they have a really nice selection of unique clothes, shoes and accessories. 

A new natural wine and music bar also based in the centre (Raval). I'm not really a drinker, so what I usually look in bars when I go is a place where I can chill and talk with my friends, is more the atmosphere of the place, the ambience they create, and here I felt super comfortable, regarding the people working there and the crowd also. Plus they have an old piano as a table, cute af. 

A vegan restaurant near the beach. I really like this place, especially around summer, they have a nice set up and nice vegan food, i'm not vegan but still enjoy vegan food a loot. All their menus are delicious. I especially recommend their vegan nachos. 

If you are looking for the best sandwiches it's here for sure. They have lots of options, including gluten free and vegan options. Plus the space inside is really cute and they also have a terrace to sit outside. 

This recommendation can be maybe the most mainstream one but since I discovered this place I have been going a lot when I have the time. I feel good here, it's kind of an oasis in the city to me, love going here alone with my headphones and just spending hours. Wont say much about the place, you just have to go! It's a small fragment of the rainforest. I feel really relaxed in these kinds of environments, like humid deep green places. 

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We love La Central. It’s a really nice breakfast spot. They have delicious food, for instance pan con tomato which is really Catalan. They also have nice coffee. The special thing about this place is that it’s an actual book store.

Carlos & Matilda is the project of our dear friends. It’s a dedicated designer cocktail spot in the middle of the Gothic area. They’ve got a beautiful terrace.

This is my friend Anna’s place. Her artist name is Pannks and she’s an independent nail artist from Barcelona. She’s really affiliated with the whole underground urban scene of the city, working with all the underground urban artists.

La Huella is our workout spot. It’s where we started building up all this muscle haha. Thanks to our trainer, Danny. It’s our go-to spot for personal training and crossfit.

INST Berlin is where we come to do our hair. It’s created by Adrian Alban, who’s a really good friend of ours. It’s become the spot in the city to get your hair cut.

The Joan Miro Foundation is named after iconic painter Joan Miro. They are exhibiting a part of his incredible work. It’s also a beautiful venue from which you have incredible views of the city. We also recommend walking around Montjuïc park which is around the building.

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Wekaforé

Home of Barcelona football club. The past few times I've gone to see them has been ridiculous because they're too good. During the day it's packed and there are thousands of people on the streets

There’s a museum up the stairs which is cool. If you go running at night time up to the Montjuic there’s the Olympic stadium, which was renovated in 1989 for the Barcelona Olympics. It’s quiet and it's beautiful.

Twice a week, a select few people are invited to partake in an Egosex rehearsal in their studio in Poblenou. The band classifies their music as ‘Jungle Trance Blues’ and is best when heard live

A place for all the young fashion designers in Barcelona trying to realise their ideas. Martin and his team are the most passionate and down to earth catalysts in the city behind the curtains

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Dani Pujalte

Of all the bars I really like Quimet. They have tapas and conservas. I used to live really close so this was the bar I went to all the time

It's the best party in Barcelona. You'll need to drink but it's definitely the best party in town

This place is really special. When we had the Olympics here they built a pool with a super high trampoline where you can see all of Barcelona. They built a shitty bar there too, it’s not fancy at all but that’s why I like it. It’s good for the views, having a beer with your friends and watching the sunset

I really like this gallery. It's also in Montjuic so stop by when you're there

I really like pizza and Italian food. It’s really good here. It’s a bit expensive, but not super expensive and they have really good wines. It's run by two twin brothers and I really recommend this one I love it. Everything’s super good, the spaghetti and squid ink pasta super good

It's super crowded but they've opened an exhibition on Picasso with photography which is really nice. I've been lucky to have been documenting the installation and stuff so I got a sneak peek. There are loads of cool sculptures too.

I've been going here since I was super young - this is a good club to go to in Barcelona

We’re super lucky in Barcelona to have the sea here, it's super important for me. Whenever I have some free space, I used to go to where the beach is separated by stones because I hate sand. I have my own stone that I sit on, relax and have my legs in the water. I really like this stone. There’s not thousands of tourists so you can be chill alone and naked too

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MARICAS

Fridays and Saturdays at La Concha are unforgettable nights that for some reason get filled with lesbians while DJs play tracks such as 2 Times by Ann Lee, Bla Bla Bla by Gigi D'Agostino or Better Off Alone by Alice Deejay.

Raval’s finest classic queer Almodòbar vibes bar. It was the only place we went to for years. It’s a meet up for all queers in Barcelona, owned by queer individuals. A must in Barcelona.

For some reason this classic neighbourhood Spanish bar gets filled by queers. It’s the perfect place to go for some beers, cheese and ham with friends on a chilled week night.

This is our favourite celebration dinner place. It’s a bit pricey, but perfect if you want to have some natural wine and exquisite Mediterranean food. Make sure you get some service by Jeanne – a young version of Shane from The L Word.

Books, magazines, posters and a lot more at Barcelona’s queer-owned first kiosk. A must for some reading and coffee.

The first Sunday of every month Queer Pong Club hosts a day and night event for lesbians to play with darts, pool, ping-pong and more.

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The Finestres bookstore is one of my favourite places in the city. When I need to unwind or seek a new source of inspiration, I visit this magnificent place filled with books of all kinds and topics. The bookstore itself has a cafe inside and some wonderful sofas that invite you to peruse the books. It's hard not to find the book you're looking for or leave the bookstore without something that caught your attention.

If you want to escape the city's hustle and bustle without going too far, I recommend taking a trip to the Fundació Miró, situated on Montjuïc Mountain. It is a true oasis. The Foundation's space features a bar where you can enjoy a coffee after delighting in the marvellous views of Barcelona from its rooftop. It is a relaxing and inspiring space where artworks are displayed at ease.

La Polla is the sister establishment of El Pollo, one of the best bars in Barcelona to enjoy Basque tapas accompanied by a good Txakoli wine or beer. The owners are delightful, and their charm is reflected in the excellent service they provide. The atmosphere is relaxed and it livens up at night, bringing life to the Sant Antoni neighbourhood. The venue is located right next to the iconic La Paloma dance hall.

If you're looking to breathe in fresh air and savour one of the city's best specialty coffees, Nomad Coffee is the perfect choice. Located in the unique Passatge Sert, on the border between El Born and L'Eixample, this place also has another cafe owned by the same proprietor in Poblenou. In the same Passatge Sert, you'll also find the offices of Modern Obscure Music.

Chef Mathieu stands out at Sra. Dolores for his skill in preparing delicious breaded dishes, such as brains, carbonara croquettes, lasagna, cod and asparagus arancini – which are elevated after passing through the fryer. Sra. Dolores distinguishes itself by finding the perfect balance between the hedonistic pleasure of fried dishes and the lightness of raw options. Additionally, it offers an interesting variety of natural wines, both national and international, to pair with the dishes. The restaurant's menu is constantly changing, and the daily specials add excitement and adventure to each visit.

Bar Brutal/Can Cisa is a wonderful place located in Barcelona's El Born neighbourhood. It is hard to find a competitor when it comes to natural wines, and it also offers a demanding menu tailored to the most discerning palates. The venue has a surrealistic touch that reminds me of the legendary, now-closed Vinçon store and the works of the eccentric painter Salvador Dalí. The wait staff, just like the owner, is excellent.

Having had the opportunity to travel to Mexico twice, I can confidently say that there is no more authentic Mexican restaurant in Barcelona than Pachuco. It is located on Santa Pau Street, between Rambla del Raval and Avenida Paralelo, very close to La Confiteria and Sala Apolo. A good plan would be to have dinner at Pachuco, have a cocktail at La Confiteria and then go dancing to a great DJ session or enjoy a concert at Sala Apolo.

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Oso Leone

Shawarma or falafel - get the Shawarma special - the food is so heartfelt you can taste it

Really good sound system, not many bands do but we played here a while ago

Great selection of DJs and a great sound system - the Brilliant Corners team helped set it up