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Healthy Heaven on Earth

30/11/2015

98. I made just an amazing discovery today. Starting a long week, Monday morning full of work... suddenly my love called me to surprise me and invited me for a lovely and healthy detox juice! Its a new place right next to the beautiful Casa Batlló. They have a healthy salad bar, fresh juice menu and a shop of chocolate!! What else can you wish for?
The cafe (Faborit) is absolutely adorable and thank god healthy options are starting to arise within the typical tapas places! Salad and fresh juice 7€, a lovely healthy option for a quick lunch!

location: Paseo de Gracia 41, 08007 Barcelona
Web: http://www.faborit.com/destacados/?order=votados

Proud of Barça

30/11/2015

97. If you are planning to visit Barcelona you must check our the famous Camp Nou. The "Nou Camp" is a football stadium in Barcelona, which has been the home of FC Barcelona since 1957.
With a seating capacity of 99,354, it is the largest stadium in Spain by capacity. It is also the largest stadium in Europe and the second largest association football stadium in the world in terms of capacity. It has hosted numerous international matches at a senior level, including a 1982 FIFA World Cup semi-final match, two UEFA Champions League finals and the football competition at the 1992 Summer Olympics.

Check out the Camp Nou Experience!!

Location: C. Aristides Maillol, 12, 08028 Barcelona
Telf: 902 18 99 00
Web: http://www.fcbarcelona.com/camp-nou

The construction of Camp Nou started on 28 March 1954 as Barcelona's previous stadium, Camp de Les Corts, had no room for expansion. Although originally planned to be called "Estadi del FC Barcelona", the more popular name "Camp Nou" was used. The June 1950 signing of László Kubala, regarded as one of Barcelona's greatest players, provided further impetus to the construction of a larger stadium.

Construction of Camp Nou began on 28 March 1954 before a crowd of 60,000 Barça fans. The civil governor of Barcelona, Felipe Acedo Colunga, presided at the laying in place of the first stone, with a blessing from the Archbishop of Barcelona, Gregorio Modrego. Construction took three years, going 336% over budget for a final cost of 288 million pesetas. The stadium was officially opened on 24 September 1957. Handel's "Messiah" was performed at the opening of the stadium. Barcelona then defeated Legia Warsaw 4-2 in a friendly match.
The architects were Francesc Mitjans and Josep Soteras, with the collaboration of Lorenzo García-Barbón.
[Source wikipedia]

An Island of goodies in Barcelona

27/11/2015

96. L´illa is one definitely my favorite mall in Barcelona. It has various floors full of retail units, then another floor with supermarket and a whole floor of a food market with amazing gourmet options to taste onsite and to take away or even cook at home. Famous Primark can also be found in L´Illa, Decathlon and FNAC.
They have one of the coolest kitchen gadget shops and unique home decoration ones. A lovely place to spend a Saturday afternoon with the family or friends.

Location: Av. Diagonal, 557, 08029 Barcelona
Telf: 934 44 00 00
Web: http://www.lilla.com/ca/

Welcome Black Friday!

27/11/2015

95. What is Black Friday?

"The day After Thanksgiving (Friday) is known as Black Friday. This also is unofficially or officially start of holiday shopping season. Almost all stores come out with Doorbuster Sales with early bird special to attract consumers to their stores". [From: http://www.theblackfriday.com]
Urban Oasis Barcelona has want to also be part of Black Friday with a 5% off all its properties for today! Contact us today and grab your bargain!! www.urbanoasis.es and www.urbanoasisbarcelona.com

Adorable way to chill out

26/11/2015

94. After a hard working day the only thing you can think of is to hit your home and relax! However, if you come across a place like Santamasa going home might not be your first option! We came across this lovely cafe style restaurant which just seems adorable! A new concept, kind of maraca but with a catalan, meets European style. With dishes like humus or guacamole in their menu together with small pizzas, salads and typical catalan cocas. Just very eclectic and wonderful to chill out in style after work! It is located in the sweet quarter of Sarria just where Azoca is,
L´Obrador and one of my favourite apartments!

Location: Major de Sarria, 97, Barcelona
Telf: 936763574
Web: click here

Pure Art!

26/11/2015

93. Pure Art! This place is serious! Yesterday I walked into this very minimalistic style bakery which quickly caught my attentions.
L´obrador is a wonderful traditional bakery which makes fresh bread is the most contemporary style! They have various ones aroudn Barcelona but the one we tried was in Sarria right enxt to one of my favourite apartments and to one of my favourite flower shops
. Wondeful variety of bread and cocas. And funny catalan decorated interiors with yellow and red flags. Very cool and the bread is seriously lovely!

Location: Calle Manuel de Falla 32, Sarria, Barcelona
Web: http://www.lobradordelmoli.com
Telf: 93 203 29 38

Sweet like Chocolate!

25/11/2015

92.I love how traditional shops try their best and innovate make themselves look more trendy and futuristic! Boci is an example of this phenomenon. I was really curious about this colourful pearls beautiful presented in Christmas packages that they have throughout the shop. It seems they are chocolate pearls filled with various fruits like orange, etc. Very original and looks very chic too!

Location: Via Agusta 112, Barcelona - 08008
Web: http://www.boci.cat
Telf: 93 237 13 13

Beautiful bread, beautiful concept!

25/11/2015

91. This is seriously WOW bakery! I just came across it today! Praktik is its name. Already their bright yellow logo gently calls your name to come and stare at their beautiful selection of daily fresh baked bread. The place is amazing!!! They have so much variety and they look amazing too! It looks like this bakery not only offers a cute place to have a coffee but it also a hotel! The list of recommendations from various prestigious magazines is endless. Amazing really!

Location: Calle Provença 279, Barcelona
Telf: 93 488 00 61
Web: http://www.hotelpraktikbakery.com

Pink Boulevard! Bulevard Rosa

24/11/2015

90. If you are looking for a small version of the Corte Inglés and somehow more chic and trendy
don´t forget to stop by the Boulevard Rosa. Filled with unique - one of a kind shops with trendy and latest fashion clothes. They have lovely patisserie for a coffee stop and really weird but strange mixed bathrooms! A lot of fun!

Lotacion: Paseo de Gràcia, 55-57, 08007 Barcelona
Telf: 932 15 83 31
Web: http://www.bulevardrosa.com

Galleries Lafayette, meets, 5th Avenue, meets Slefridges...Corte Inglés

24/11/2015

89. If you are looking for a Galleries Lafayette or Selfridges kind of mall, where in one single place you have everything you need, El Corte Inglés is your place. We have several in Barcelona: Plaza Cataluña, Avenida Diagonal and Plaza Francesc Macia. The largest one is Plaza Cataluña although in Avenida Diagonal is lovely too. Francesc Macia is smaller and somehow quieter. If you need a travel agency, large supermarket, gifts or just a souvenir check out El Corte Ingles. The Gourmet sections is particularly nice with authentic items cute for your kitchen or just to impress a friend.

Location: Plaça de Catalunya, 14
Telf: 901 11 21 22
Web: https://www.elcorteingles.es

Not a Circus... although certainly a Gastronomic one!

24/11/2015

88. This is one of the most exhilarating and exciting culinary experiences that Barcelona has to offer. A colorful welcoming into this circus decor known as Tickets. Albert Adria has wanted to impress his guests with his Bulli inheritance in an outrageous experience of a circus. Not to difficult to get a table if you reserve in advance but it is certainly a must.

Location:
Telf:
Web: http://www.ticketsbar.es/ca _

Christmas is coming...

23/11/2015

87. Christmas is coming! You can feel it gently, slowly but surely by the few Christmas decorations in shops and streets. This past weekend I came across a Christmas product which was an absolutely innovation: Vicens Turron designed by Michelin Star Chef Albert Adria. You can find Turron made from Mojito, Gin Tonic or even cheesecake. They are absolutely to die for! Gotta try them! You can find them in gourmet stores but also in Carerfour or the Hypercor.

Web: http://www.vicens.com/productos/turrones-excellence/albert-adria-natura/

Fresh, fresh, fresh!

23/11/2015

86. If you are looking for the hatlhiest of all options, Casa Ametller is your call. This wonderful supermakret offers all kinds of fruits and veggies all as fresh as can be. Substitute the typical chips with vegetable chips and surprice your guests at a home made dinner. Their Gazpacho is seriosuly lovely and their blueberries and healthy cheese options are wonderful. They are openeign stores left right and center so they must have somethign good to offer ;)

Location: Various check out your nearest store here
Web: http://www.casaametller.net/botigues.php

Wonderful & Typical Catalan...Calçots!

20/11/2015

85. Don´t have nay plans for this weekend? Can´t think of anything fun to do? You MUST then go and have some calçots at Can Tintorer. They are typical catalan, and they are better than caviar! :) The sauce tastes like heaven. Normally you can´t have proper calçots on city center restaurants. Let me recommend you one just outside the city center, in a typical masia, the staff is really friendly and by the looks of all the pictures of famous people in their entrance halls seems pretty well known within the locals. Check it out this weekend!

Location: Avinguda Can Tintorer, s/n, 08750, Barcelona
Telf: 936 68 13 94
Web: http://www.cantintorer.cat/

Can´t resist it....

20/11/2015

84. Looking for one of a kind piece of furntiure? Tired of Ikea and stuff always looking the same everywhere you go? Check Pilma out! It is located in Avenida Diagonal (Difficult to park your car) better to walk from PAseo de Gracia. I tis a wonderful two floor shop with authentic vanguargist elements for your home: from gourmet options to beautiful grand chairs. Amazing!

Location: Avenida Diagonal 403, Barcelona
Telf: 934 161 399
Web: http://pilma.com/botigues/

Autumn Property Sale

19/11/2015

83.Take advantage of this autumn sale! This cute property located in the chic district of Sarria has just been reduced by 5% Check it out>>
click here
Amazing recently refurbished property located in the beautiful area of Sarria! This property is located in the heart of the most exclusive area of Barcelona . Ideal for couples, families and professionals who seek tranquility. Near Train Sarria, close to buses and very well connected . Bright, spacious and ready to move into. Opportunity also to buy as an investment.
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom, laundry, furnished with garage included in the price kitchen.

Its not a shop... La Botiga

19/11/2015

82. This sweet restaurant named La Botiga, semms little but its actually huge. With two floors, this modern decorated restaurant offers mid day menu for 12,50€ with entree, main, drink and coffee. They have healthy choices and is a lovely place to have a quiet meal with a healthy touch. Good value for money. 3***

Location: Rambla de Catalunya, 27, 08007
Telf: 933 06 96 68
Web: http://www.labotigarestaurant.cat

Flower Power

19/11/2015

81. This truly lovely shop its filled with power.. flower power! Zinnia is filled with bright colours thgouthou, this eye catchign boutique has truly authentic pieces of art. Wonderful, romantic yet modern. Sweet and tasteful. Check it out in this holiday season full of cute little christmas trees with red lace and blissful decorations.

Location: Av. de Pau Casals, 22, 08021 Barcelona
Telf: 932 09 45 18
Web: http://www.zinniaflors.com/

Sweetest shop ever...

19/11/2015

80. I am in love! I just can´t believe my latest discovery in Barcelona! Dolç Atelier! WOW! This is the cutest cutture patisserie I have ever come across in this city. Their cakes are baked to perfection; their cookies are totally unseen and their cupcakes to die for!
The two lovely owners Ursula and Silvina are the team which composes this wonderful atelier.
Looking to impress your guests this Christmas? Having a baby? Birthday? Or just for fun, check out their site and discover all the wonders they have to offer.

Location: Carrer Esteve Terradas, 37, 08023 Barcelona
Telf: 931 81 29 62
Web: http://xn--dolatelier-q6a.com/galeria/_

Cute Duplex in El Borne!

19/11/2015

79. If you are looking for a cultural spot where to stay or live, el Borne is your answer. Urban Oasis has for sale a cute duplex right next to the Palau de la Musica. Near great shops, restaurants and bars. A melting pot of cultures right next to the sea. It has a wonderful atmosphere.

Lovely one bedroom apartment including a mezzanine in the heart of trendy El Borne. The property is distributed in: large living room, dining room, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen and stairs accessing the bedroom. A short walk from the Palau de la Música Catalana, shops, bars, restaurants, public transport and the sea! Metro: Urquinaona and Jaume I (L1 and L4). _

Looking for the perfect dress?

19/11/2015

78. Looking for lush and blissfull textile? Gratacos is your place. This glamourous yet hidden shop is almost a secret jewel in this pedestrian street.
They offer all sorts of beautiful and rich clothing material, perfect to make the most wonderful and unique dress. They even can recommend a taylor who can do a custom made outfit for you. Love it! So Unique!

Location: Riera Sant Miquel 9, 08006 Barcelona
Telf: 932 387 353
Web: http://www.gratacos.com/

Times for Reflexion...

19/11/2015

77. Only a few days left until christmas... how are you feeling? We are feeling very reflective, thinking of the current economic and political situation thinking and wishing for a better world. There is nothing better than living in peace. Today just take it easy, sit down, enjoy a slow roasted coffee and think how lucky you are to know all those loved ones around you. Enjoy the day and enjoy the moment. Have a lovely day!

The Coolest & Yummiest Tapas...Daps

18/11/2015

76. It was Valentine´s day. Me and my valentine were biking around the city looking for a special place to enjoy a meal. We stopped by this cool looking restaurant DAPS and gave it a try... and oh my god!!! the result was stunning! Not only the place looks very cool insider but their menu is fun, healthy and extremely cool! Cool as in nouvelle cuisine meets tapas kind of cool :)
I remember their humuous was incredible but the dessert!!! WOW! Their golden chocolate bar was to die for! Must try! Very very cool place with yummy food! 4****

Location: Av. Diagonal, 469, Barcelona
Telf: 93 410 90 89
Web: http://www.dapsrestaurant.es

A little piece of the Basque Country in Barcelona!

11/11/2015

75. Part of the Hotel Condes of Barcelona, located right on Paseo de Gracia, Loidi is located. It offers executive menus from 25€ and is part of the Martin Berasategui chain (3*** Michelin Star Chef). Eventhoguth he is from teh Basque country, where he resides and works, Barcelona was too tempting not to have a restaurant offering his designed dishes.
Must try. Its a mixture between traditional and contemporary.

Location: Carrer de Mallorca, 248, 08008 Barcelona
Telf: 934 92 92 92
Web: https://www.condesdebarcelona.com/en/restaurante-loidi-1/ _

A floral Oasis in Sarria - Barcelona

11/11/2015

74. This is a sweet floral shop which sells mush more than flowers. Azoca sells tasteful decorative gifts which are original, contemporary and sweet. Every week they have new things wchih are unseen everywhere else. Their flower selections is beautiful, very original and classy. Love it!

Location: Carrer de Jaume Piquet 17,Barcelona
Telf: 93 00 42 057
Web: http://azoca.es/