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While not in my initial plans, I missed out on the opportunity to visit Friedhats Fuku Cafe in Amsterdam and decided to stop here to try the Amsterdam-roasted beans. The coffee was great but the pastry… the pastry was amazing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/3e00388a-eb15-4a59-a133-0177ad62fe0f/IMG_8511.jpeg The Netherlands - Coffee Diaries: The Netherlands - ROAST After a morning spent walking to Delfshaven (only to discover that it must’ve been way too early because everything was closed) I decided to make the most of my time in a different neighborhood in Rotterdam. I stopped by ROAST to enjoy a cortado and read a book along the seat-lined street. Not an extraordinary cup of coffee, per se, but definitely not unenjoyable. Baristas were very friendly, the ambiance was great, and the location as well! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/5edf63f2-f368-41b6-8ca5-2ebfde05fa48/IMG_8078.jpeg The Netherlands - Coffee Diaries: The Netherlands - kohi koffiebar My last stop before leaving for The Hague brought me to a more residential part of Haarlem. Kohi koffiebar featured a minimalistic design and approach to coffee as well. With a simple menu and one barista taking the time to craft each drink, it felt like a very personalized experience. While it is a little out of the way, it was a pleasant experience if you want to enjoy a cup of coffee in a quiet cafe and neighborhood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/fa66314c-b5ac-4c9b-8ec4-120c1ebb14e1/IMG_7909.jpeg The Netherlands - Coffee Diaries: The Netherlands - SAINT-JEAN Bakery I found SAINT-JEAN Bakery through a YouTube vlog and was so surprised at how good the coffee was. Actually, this might have been my favourite coffee/pastry experience in The Netherlands. I ordered an americano and chocolate-hazelnut babka which, other than being huge was also so delicious. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/490368e3-ab2e-4853-8a93-1c9bf27b1549/IMG_7942.jpeg The Netherlands - Coffee Diaries: The Netherlands - Screaming Beans I hadn’t initially planned on going to Screaming Beans - by that I mean it wasn’t listed on my coffee ‘bucket list.’ I visited the Runstraat location, in part to charge my phone and in part because I was cold and, naturally, that meant it was time for coffee. The coffee shop was small and quaint, and absolutely packed, both inside and out; usually a telltale sign that something good is happening inside. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/cea6f6af-5960-43b1-9912-81ef3d172c3a/IMG_8646.jpeg The Netherlands - Coffee Diaries: The Netherlands - The Village Coffee & Music I abandoned my plans to walk to a few coffee shops about 20 minutes out of the city centre because it was pouring rain. Instead, I opted to head into The Village, a coffee shop I had passed numerous times on my way to and from my hostel in Utrecht. The coffee was great and their selection of pastries as well. I had the banana bread (which can usually be either really good or really bad, in my opinion). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/aa401f57-7024-43cd-9cb3-4314015dd37e/IMG_7873.jpeg The Netherlands - Coffee Diaries: The Netherlands - Wakuli specialty coffee bar With a growing amount of locations in Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Nijmegen, you’re bound to stumble upon a Wakuli if spending time in one of The Netherlands’ major cities. I visited the Vijzelgracht location in Amsterdam (and Nobelstraat in Utrecht) as my first stop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/399dac9a-787f-4a89-828d-8a7976735cfb/IMG_8006.jpeg The Netherlands - Coffee Diaries: The Netherlands - Coffee Habits This Smedestraat location wasn’t on my list - though their larger location on Kleine Houtstraat was. I passed by this small and cozy shop while walking from the train station to my hostel and after dropping my bags, immediately returned to sit and enjoy a filter coffee. Though I never made it to the bigger shop, I’m so happy I ended up going to this smaller location. The location seats about 3 or 4, and the barista was super kind and knowledgeable. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/ab5a305f-0040-44e7-b1d0-f32b28110e4b/IMG_8435.jpg The Netherlands - Coffee Diaries: The Netherlands - Man Met Bril Koffie One of my favorite - if not my favorite - coffee experience in the Netherlands. The filter options at Man Met Bril Koffie were super interesting, and I enjoyed it so much the first time that I went back again the next day. I ordered the breakfast special (both times) which comes with a really generous assortment of eggs, toast, pastries, and jams, as well as the filter coffee of the day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/a179adc7-460e-470b-931f-61c7516b3559/IMG_8045.jpeg The Netherlands - Coffee Diaries: The Netherlands - Mica Coffee Bar I was looking for a place to sit and read. My initial plan was to head over to the larger Coffee Habits location but it was absolutely packed. I walked past Mica Coffee Bar and was drawn to the decor, so I opted to go here instead. A vegan cafe, all milk-based drinks are served with alternative milks. I had a cortado, which was really nice and enjoyed the calm environment to relax and unwind during a quiet afternoon in Haarlem. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/04d1c4a9-4280-414f-85f0-bfa2dfab7c31/IMG_8624.jpeg The Netherlands - Coffee Diaries: The Netherlands - Blackbird Blackbird caught my eye as it is a small hole-in-the-wall coffee “shop”. Quite literally, as you order through a window, behind which there is just enough room for the barista. A few small stools and benches are placed outside, overlooking the canal for customers to sit and enjoy. The coffee here was amazing and the service as well. I thoroughly enjoyed Blackbird and would recommend it to anyone visiting Utrecht. https://www.lorenzatravels.com/spain daily 0.75 2025-07-01 https://www.lorenzatravels.com/spain/excerpts-from-barcelona-10-typ9e-nprlh-he4ew-bljhx-6lz44 monthly 0.5 2025-07-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/f80ca1c3-adfc-437c-bc8f-f4e1e0e9b768/IMG_2917.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 15 - 16 - 17 - Morreig Morreig has been my favourite pastry experience in Barcelona, by far. I got the mascarpone espresso pastry and a cortado and wow. The coffee was just fine, I probably wouldn’t order it again, but the pastry was incredible. Espresso-flavoured, mascarpone cream between layers of flakey pastry dough and topped with a crunchy espresso crumble. 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Many people told me that Girona was a beautiful city but I underestimated (or maybe they simply didn’t love it as much as I do) just how beautiful. Dare I say… I like it more than Barcelona? The city has a lot of history, ruins, great coffee shops, and is so close to the mountains. 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First off, a turnout of approximately 45 thousand people is insane. Second of all, the level of organization for a race that was entirely free is super impressive to me. The music, the crowds, the cheering! And, of course, the fact that I set a pretty nice PB made it a very memorable day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/47113768-895a-4e88-9104-6f477f3d0c86/IMG_1193.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 11 - The weekend started off with a spontaneous meetup in Ciutat Vella at Cala del Vermut. Funny enough, I had just been thinking that I should probably try vermouth in Spain, seeing as it is everywhere, and this tapas bar ended up being the closest-slash-highest-rated place! 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It was wet, and rainy, and muddy, and HARD but it was so much fun. The route started off on my usual Carretera de les Aigües and up to Tibidabo before heading into some more technical terrain. Despite being challenging it was also relaxing and I can’t wait for more runs like this! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/1746992731386-NIPFWQPA348BB69XI5U7/IMG_1148.jpeg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/1746992723402-2R4P460BSOG51I2TQFR9/IMG_1155.jpeg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/1746992732479-P9XQIUJJ3Y57DI7A03X3/IMG_1164.jpeg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/a6e8b2c1-3968-435a-a38a-50f8fea12e74/IMG_1086.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 10 - Saturday also consisted of another great run. I joined the RCB Social Run, starting off in El Born and then making our way to the beach and back. The weather was incredible, making it super enjoyable! I think I’ve said this before, but I’ll say it again. The running scene in Barcelona is on another level. 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First off, the inside of Cafés Él Magnifico was super cool and the staff were incredibly nice. I got a cortado with the Blend Virtuoso, and it is one of the best coffees I’ve had in Barcelona, so far. Perfect, texture, well-balanced, slightly sweet but still rich from the chocolatey/cocoa flavor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/4f10a48d-492f-427e-a676-c00755a128c5/IMG_0445.jpg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 02 - Sitio Situated in Gràcia, Sitio is a labour of love. Part coffee shop, part artists’ workshop, you can just tell that the owners are passionate about what they do. The concept is super, the coffee was good, and the people working there (I’m assuming owners) were so friendly and took the time to explain their whole idea to me. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/873b2fe2-89e9-42f8-8025-8c11c4726306/IMG_0527.jpg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 02 - ONIS COFFEE This shop had been on my list and I happened to pass by it one day, so I went in even though I hadn’t planned to. I’m so happy I did. ONIS has been one of my favourite cafe experiences. The staff were great, the ambiance was calm, and the pastry was to die for. I had a cortado with Three Marks Santa Clara, a Brazilian coffee. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/dad94f35-55ee-4361-8b61-68a277e04325/IMG_0650.jpg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 02 - Yako Coffee Bar I ended up stopping at Yako Coffee Bar because it was in the square where I ended my morning run one day and, naturally, I’m always interested in the idea of a post-run sweet treat. I had a cortado with a Colombian coffee from Nomad and a slice of banana bread. Both were excellent and the staff were very friendly. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/6e234db8-7d23-41a0-91ca-07cde606e6eb/IMG_0499.jpg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 02 - CHROMATIC Cafe CHROMATIC Café is hidden in the residential streets of Gràcia. The interior is super welcoming and cozy, and the barista was SO friendly. This may have been one of my best employee/customer interactions since being in Barcelona. I had a cortado with Three Marks Santa Clara, Brazil, which further pushed me to visit Three Marks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/b9c19bee-bd81-4f1d-9bde-78c00bc7fb79/IMG_0662.jpg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 02 - Three Marks Coffee After trying Three Marks at many cafes around the city, I thought it was finally time I make it to their actual location. Situated in l’Eixample, they have a outdoor seating (!!!) and indoor seating. I had a cortado made with Daye Bensa, an Ethiopian coffee. It was smooth, rich, and well-balanced… and I enjoyed every second of it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/9a6191cd-397c-4e9c-9a0d-c7dd0dbfb079/IMG_0577.jpg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 02 - sin amor, no | morning bar Sin amor, no | morning bar had been on my list, so I was super happy to pass by it, post-run one day. I had a cortado with Toma, a Madrid-based coffee roaster. However, I don’t know which beans exactly. I didn’t ask for the name because, to be honest, the employee working the bar was very attitude-y, and it threw me off. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/e3a9b28c-c97d-4c2e-8ef4-dfd4a7cd39bd/IMG_0619.jpg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 02 - Super Onda Super Onda is another one of the coffee shops that motivated me to visit Three Marks. I had a cortado with Daye Bensa and, having already tasted this espresso before, I was actually kind of disappointed in this experience. The texture of my cortado wasn’t great (as you can see in the picture) and it also tasted under-extracted. https://www.lorenzatravels.com/spain/excerpts-from-barcelona-08-rr3nb monthly 0.5 2025-05-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/9fb4e253-d74c-4773-aed7-1881b7163795/IMG_0990.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 09 - Taulat 44 Surprise, surprise! Another cafe favourite. This week, I visited Taulat 44 in El Poblenou and had a great experience. I had a cortado made with Nomad coffee and a vegan banana bread. All I have to say is… I didn’t know vegan banana bread could taste so good. 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I love when cafes give coffee knowledge cards to accompany your order. I thought it was super cool that they also included the SCA scores on the cards. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/1745673529705-L9BQ2LGGI1RXPXX532CR/IMG_0934.jpeg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/1745673526540-MWG6JFXLVUAOHVIFBSSK/IMG_0956.jpeg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/1745673533987-PZY1HVX4LFMQRH3K0FK3/IMG_0929.jpeg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/15c38269-b412-4460-88fe-19f66ee54f0a/IMG_0896.jpeg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 08 - Experiencing Sant Jordi Sant Jordi, or Saint George’s Day, is super widely celebrated in Barcelona and I’m so happy I got to experience it. Traditionally, men offer women roses and, in return, women offer them a book. Nowadays, everyone offers roses to whomever they’d like, as a symbol of love, friendship, appreciation, you name it. You can’t take more than 5 steps without seeing a little stand (like the one in the photo) selling roses. https://www.lorenzatravels.com/spain/excerpts-from-barcelona-07 monthly 0.5 2025-04-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/ddc1959d-a703-462e-bed8-180092061a73/IMG_0663.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 07 - Before the hectic week and constant stimulation of being with a five-year-old for 12 hours a day, I did get to enjoy a few things alone. For one, I finally made it to Three Marks Coffee. After trying their coffee in multiple coffee shops around the city, I was super happy to actually sit and enjoy a coffee at their location. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/f0bfff68-e537-45fc-bcfd-053865e6e1c6/IMG_0706.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 07 - Salomon Run Barcelona 10km This was by no means my best run but it was definitely the coolest race, experience so far. With 190m total elevation gain and a course that winded through the roads, trails, and steps of Montjuïc, the Salomon Run Barcelona was truly one of the best things I’ve experienced while in Barcelona. 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We grabbed a coffee and took a walk around Ciutadella Park, which I hadn’t been to yet. Not only was the park beautiful, but we had such a nice chat and caught up on all our adventures, past and future. https://www.lorenzatravels.com/spain/excerpts-from-barcelona-05 monthly 0.5 2025-04-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/1743800797380-WEYK3G6BY26MQ8MSSM3J/IMG_0502.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 05 - Chromatic Cafe https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/1743800804442-JB93JR6L9LN0KKAHKVOG/IMG_0484.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 05 - View of Barcelona from Carretera de les Aigües https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/1743800813715-QAKBO4PW9OATG68AZ29Q/IMG_0448.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 05 - Matcha blondie and cortado from Sitio https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/1743800824927-QUS1774VKA0ETKLHNW8U/IMG_0436.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 05 - Street art in Gràcia https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/1743800833719-RU7TD8G3WO1B9W3WCZH6/IMG_0427.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 05 - Bocadillo de jamón, queso y tomate and a cappuccino from Antico cafe https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/5568bbf5-0904-457e-9c06-b611c13af288/IMG_0530.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 05 - Make it stand out Crown moulding, antique frames, and wood furniture and fixtures made the inside feel comforting yet upscale. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/ba09a243-9636-4b7e-94fc-001759cd5154/IMG_0527.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 05 - Make it stand out Cortado and raspberry mascarpone pastry - maybe the best pastry I’ve had this year. https://www.lorenzatravels.com/spain/coffee-diaries-barcelona-01 monthly 0.5 2025-04-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/43c10bdb-2309-4bfa-a2fb-f62476f5c5ca/IMG_9855.jpeg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 01 - Nook Coffee Nook Coffee in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi is a cozy space with indoor seats, a quaint vibe, and super friendly staff! Having visited this cafe in my first week in Barcelona, my nerves took over and I don’t believe I asked any information about the coffee. That said, I remember enjoying my cortado and thinking that I would return! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/8d61a0b6-e445-4b1f-bf61-4b2001b77d27/IMG_9534.jpeg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 01 - Slowmov SlowMov is the first third wave coffee shop I visited in Barcelona and I was not disappointed. Located in Gràcia, the cafe has a great atmosphere, very knowledgeable staff, and most importantly, great coffee. I had a cortado which I remember being really nice, but in all honesty I don’t remember what the beans where. Having ordered in Spanish, I was more nervous about being grammatically correct and don’t even know if I ended up asking what was being used for my drink! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/fe06679d-ad7a-4c51-a717-b82795c0ab8b/IMG_0077.jpeg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 01 - Nomad Coffee Bar Situated in Ciutat Vella, Nomad Coffee Bar has been my favourite coffee experience in Barcelona, so far. Their selection of beans rotates, and you pay based on the origin rather than the beverage. I asked for the barista’s suggestion for a cortado and ending up having their Ethiopia Tomas Ganamo. It had notes of apricot, blueberry, and raw cacao, was perfectly balanced and subtly fruity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/8af19f1f-f70a-45c3-8ef5-706435a773e2/IMG_9580.jpeg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 01 - GoodNews Cafe With multiple locations around the city, you’re bound to stumble across a GoodNews Coffee stand/kiosk or shop during your time in Barcelona. The good news is (pun intended) that for a chain, their coffee is actually quite decent. The service was not the most personalized, and it’s not where I’ll go to chat about roasting and sourcing, but if it is the closest thing, or happens to be the only thing open–most things are closed on Sunday in Barcelona-it is by no means a bad option. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/722ac12b-a5db-4712-9f58-1a1b89430a89/IMG_9742.jpeg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 01 - Right Side Coffee Bar Right Side Coffee Bar is hidden in the narrow cobblestone streets of the Gothic Quarter. It’s a beautiful space with a great ambiance, knowledgeable staff, and really good espresso. I didn’t have the chance to chat much with the staff as I visited on the weekend and the cafe was incredibly busy; there weren’t any seats available when I visited. I can’t wait to go back, ask some questions, and try a pour-over. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/919fb199-7da2-48b9-94ca-c5631caedfb0/IMG_9868.jpeg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 01 - Anís Cafe Located in Barceloneta, Anís cafe is a warm and comforting environment. The decor, music, and overall warm glow of the cafe make it a nice escape from the business of the neighbourhood. I had a cortado, made with SlowMov coffee. It was balanced in flavour and complemented the subtle sweetness of the cheesecake really well. This is definitely a great spot to sit, unwind, or meet up with friends. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/d52a7733-dab4-45fb-8445-f73025fe6992/IMG_0279.jpeg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 01 - Niwa Cafeteria Though I didn’t have a coffee at Niwa, I felt it was necessary to include it in this post because of my overall (amazing) experience. For one, the matcha was incredible: not bitter, slightly sweet, subtly herby, and with a nice aftertaste. The black sesame pound cake was the star of the show. From the texture of the cake itself to the lightly savoury and roasted taste of the glaze, it was everything I want from a pastry. I can’t wait to go back and try something from their coffee menu. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/c518c1e0-279b-4bed-b8bf-c48ec2114993/IMG_0091.jpeg Spain - Coffee Diaries: Barcelona - 01 - Café Cometa My first filter coffee in Barcelona! As per usual, I was going to get a cortado but I changed my mind after seeing the pink MoccaMaster behind the counter. Since I’ve been looking to purchase one for home use and have never tasted coffee brewed with it before, I was curious to taste and see what it would be like. They served coffee from Cafés Él Magnifico and as expected (I had only heard good things about them) it was a wonderful fruity coffee but still had good body. 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Tibidabo brings you to this multi-use trail which, on a clear day, gives you an amazing view of the city and the sea. https://www.lorenzatravels.com/spain/excerpts-from-barcelona-03 monthly 0.5 2025-03-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/841f7c8e-6432-431f-a271-93235c0ad322/IMG_0091.jpeg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 03 - I had my first filter coffee since arriving in Barcelona! I was initially going to go for a cortado, but after seeing the pink Moccamaster on the bar, I was swayed. I didn’t get the origin of the specific coffee - I was nervous and forgot to ask. However, it was a very smooth and balanced coffee from Cafes El Magnifico, a cafe on my list… which just makes me more excited to visit their location. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/b0492ec5-7238-4b6e-80f7-4583ba672dc3/IMG_0076.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 03 - Nomad Coffee Bar Nomad Coffee Bar (Passatge Sert) was an incredible experience. The prices range according to the beans you choose for your espresso or filter, and you can choose the beverage you’d like. I opted for a cortado made with their Ethiopia Tomas Ganamo, a single-origin espresso with notes of apricot and raw cocoa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/88e808d3-9148-463f-bfde-c463df375198/IMG_0042.jpeg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 03 - It doesn’t allow a view over the park, but the view over the city is stunning. I also got lucky and was able to experience it on a clear day, meaning I also caught a glimpse of the sea. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/ee9b2522-e2bc-4d37-bf8f-bd4eada6ce56/IMG_9946.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 03 - He stated that it is a “classic” specifically if it was my first time trying one. Well, it’s definitely a classic for a reason. The fried dough was light and fluffy, and the cream inside was smooth and rich but not too sweet. It may be one of my favourite pastries I’ve tried so far in Barcelona. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/0358817f-3610-4f12-8a2d-e32008bd5942/IMG_9974.jpg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 03 - Amazons. The Ancestral Future On show at the CCCB, Amazons. The Ancestral Future is probably one of the best exhibitions I’ve seen in a few years. 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I was recommended the Za’atar and whipped feta pastry by the employee working that day and wow. Tangy yet nutty, topped with sage and a hint of a slight sweetness - maybe honey? Definitely one of the best savoury pastries I’ve tasted. Plus, all that while a trio jammed out on the flute, saxophone, and clarinet in the square. What more can I ask for? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62f41549ef5bb0771461af8b/8cb016e1-7552-4a87-9071-64e971028034/IMG_9814.jpeg Spain - Excerpts from Barcelona - 02 - Running up to Tibidabo Last week I ran up to Passeig de les Aigües and was mesmerized by the incredible view over Barcelona. This week, I wanted to go a little further away on the trail, and I’m so glad I did. The 400+m up to Tibidabo was part trail, gravel, and road. Hard, of course, since I’m used to running with no elevation gain. The view along the way was incredible and the church at the top, Temple Expiatori del Sagrat Cor, was beautiful. 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