Ultra-Local Records is a small record store located in the Poblenou district of Barcelona, specializing in independent labels and local bands. You can find all the available references of all the Catalan record labels as well as the self-editions on CD or LP of different groups.

Picnic is a restaurant located in the Born neighborhood. A welcoming environment, pampering every detail. The best brunch in Barcelona. A great team of different countries and knowledge of the world of food and wine. They change the menu every season, looking for fresh products to make family recipes and creative dishes from different parts of the world.

In 1938 during the Spanish Civil war, Francisco Franco laid siege to the city of Barcelona. On the 30 September 1938, one of Franco's bombs fell on the church killing 30 people most of whom were children from the School of Sant Philip Neri and some were refugee children from Madrid where the church had been turned into a make-shift orphanage. As people pulled survivors from the rubble, a second bomb hit the square, killing 12 more bringing the death toll to 42. It was the second worst bombing hit in Barcelona during the war. Evidence of the bombings can be seen in the pockmarked walls of the church.

All Espai Joliu-lovers rejoice! Very recently a second location called Orval has opened, and it’s only 10 minutes away from its big sister. Just above Ciutadella park, just like its predecessor does. It has plenty of natural light that comes in through the large windows. Another added benefit with the new location is that it consists of two floors instead of just one as in Espai Joliu. Both cafes have their unique charm: Espai Joliu has that rugged, Berlin-inspired atmosphere, and Orval an added modern touch. The concept of plants and coffee remains consistent here, with a similar drink menu (with many options, and great specialty coffee) and beautiful plants for sale. You will also find an array of magazines and guidebooks. The staff deserves an added mention, such a friendly bunch!

Patxi Zumárraga, Nino Redruello and Jaime Santianes are the chefs in charge of the kitchen, three former Bulli who have combined their gastronomic knowledge to propose a market cuisine where respect for the product prevails.