Barcelona Buzz

This Spanish city is a dazzling mix of uptown chic and downtown cool.

stay
Location
may be everything but theres nothing like a little luxury. At Granados
83 you have the best of both worlds. A modern aesthetic runs
throughout this hip hotel thats just steps away from the famed shopping
area Passeig de Gràcia. From 130, Granados 83, C/ Enric Granados 83,
Barcelona, +34 93 492 96 70, www.derbyhotels.com

eat
The stylish guests and the glamorous décor youll
find at Noti
are instantly intoxicating but its the food that trumps it all (the
zucchini gratin with parmesan sauce is a must-have). Tip: Add an extra
hour, or even two, to what you already think is eating late before
heading here or youll be finishing up just as others arrive. Noti,
C/Roger de Lluria 35, Barcelona, +34 933 426 673, www.noti-universal.com

shop

Barcelona native Miriam
Ponsa comes from a long line of textile designers. Her clothings
rich details paired with minimalist silhouettes is a match made in
fashion heaven. Miriam Ponsa, C/Princesa 14, +34 93 295 55 62 and
C/Elisabets 20, +34 93 412 33 81, www.miriamponsa.com

see
Theres a long list of historic must-sees in
Barcelona but dont miss the Museu
Picasso showcasing Picassos early works. Its a fascinating look at
the artists evolution and his style as a young man. Museu Picasso de
Barcelona, Carrer Montcada 15-23, Barcelona, +34 93 256 30 00, www.museupicasso.bcn.es