Spain, KaapstadMay 30, 2022, by Jorien Thijs

Barcelona? The El Poblenou district is the place to be!

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Spain, Kaapstad, May 30, 2022, by Jorien Thijs

Barcelona? The El Poblenou district is the place to be!

Earlier we lost our hearts in it Barcelona already to the Gracia district, where we could wander from square to square so wonderfully. Or Sant Antoni, where we enjoy coffee in the morning sun at Cometa and Federal. And although we still like to beach there, we now happily make a detour to the cool, arty, so to speak urban El Poblenou. For the beach, for the street art and for the nicest addresses that open their doors here. In any case, be sure to check out these great places when you get there:

The Hoxton

The Hoxton

An unmissable hotel where you want to stay? What we have for you: for the first time, The Hoxton has opened a hotel on the coast and how! In the most creative district of Barcelona – yes we are talking about El Poblenou – you will find this multifunctional destination. Because, as we have come to expect from The Hoxton, this is not just 'a bed for the night'. What to expect? A mega roof terrace with swimming pool, a fancy bar, a pizza restaurant and small shops. And as a highlight, a view of the Sagrada Familia and oh yes, did we mention that within a few minutes you will be standing with your feet in the sand? Oh, you're already gone... See you there!

The Hoxton Barcelona

Little Fern

Little Fern

A coffee shop where you actually want to start the day every morning with a bowl full of healthy food and a cafe con lèche. The interior is fresh; lots of wood, lots of greenery and white walls. The whole thing is inspired by the café culture in New Zealand (as they say themselves) and on the menu you will find granola, coconut yoghurt with rhubarb and juices bursting with vitamins. Claim that spot by the window right away, it's nice and light there.

(image via @TheOutliersGuide – recommended for those going to Barca!)

Soup

Soup

Somewhere around mid-afternoon, somewhere between lunch and the moment when dining is finally allowed again, some fuel is needed. This can of course be done in the form of a cava with a tapas on the side, but you will get a better base at Sopa. Yes, a place where you can chase away the afternoon blues with a steaming bowl of soup. Also a nice place to spend an hour or so with your laptop.

 

More? Then also read this: 20 addresses in Barcelona that you probably didn't know yet

We previously lost our hearts in Barcelona to the Gracia district, where we could wander from square to square so wonderfully. And although we still like to beach there, we now happily make a detour to the cool, arty, so to speak urban El Poblenou.

El Menjador de la Beckett

El Menjador de la Beckett

The restaurant next to one of Barca's theaters, Sala  Beckett, is worth seeing even without attending a performance. So wonderfully spacious, with high ceilings and a jazzy atmosphere. With a bit of luck you will catch a live performance and in any case you will eat well: tapas deluxe. Just very well.

At Soho House Barcelona we always join in!

Outside

Outside

We call in advance, go there. At Forastera the vibe is completely relaxed and the menu del día is exactly what we need after a morning of meandering through the up-coming neighborhood. Although you can also go here for breakfast from 7 a.m. and it is also great for an afternoon of flexible working, as the types from the adjacent The Student Hotel prove. And if you stick around that way, we recommend the nachos. Inside it is all equally Insta-worthy, because in addition to those salmon pink tables there is a bright pink bar, an open kitchen, there is the necessary neon lighting and there is a refrigerator with all kinds of trendy cans. There is plenty of space, but you can also hang out on the terrace.

While you're there…

While you're there…

Planning a weekend in Barcelona? Then check whether the Palo Alto Market will be set up in El Poblebou. A colorful collection of food trucks, pop-up shops and live music. Palo Alto is hidden between the old warehouses and there it suddenly becomes very green and cozy. Add to that really good food and a cheerful band that really rocks and you have all the ingredients for a chill-out afternoon.

x Jorien

 

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