B*Local | C211 Barcelona

A GUIDE TO EXPLORE BARCELONA LIKE A LOCAL.

B*Local is your insider’s guide to the city we love, Barcelona. You’ll hear Catalan in the streets, be amazed by the work of our hometown icons like Miró and Gaudí, explore its streets and neighborhoods, its upscale and local shops, its old colonial charm, and experience our gastronomic paradise. Welcome to our city.

News & Coffee, an unusual place for coffee and good reads-to go.

A new concept of kiosk of the future in Barcelona where you can enjoy, in the same place, the best selection of magazines from around the world, national and international newspapers, some very well-chosen books and all accompanied by delicious coffee that they themselves produce and roast.

Three pastry shops that you can not miss in the sweet mile of the Eixample

At B*Local we hang the "Merry Christmas" board to become your partners and show you the three best pastry shops in the Eixample where it's worth falling into temptation. Prepare your palate to taste the sweetest side of Barcelona in the surroundings of C211.

10 pre-Christmas plans to enjoy Barcelona like never before

Its privileged location, near the sea and the mountains, the many days of sunshine with its characteristic mild climate (almost) all year round and its rich gastronomic offer make Barcelona one of the most attractive cities to visit and enjoy different plans also during the winter.

Meet TINYCOTTONS: ethical clothing designed to last a lifetime

In a social context where every day we commit more to sustainable and quality clothing, Bárbara Bruno (ex-director of Adidas) and Gerard Lazcano founded TINYCOTTONS, a fun and energetic clothing brand that is gaining weight -or rather, size- within the market by leaps and bounds.

Healthy, sustainable and local

A few years ago, it was not so easy to find restaurants and cafes that offered a menu with alternatives to animal products, today Barcelona has the luxury of having great places to eat healthy, with local products, and with vegan and vegetarian options.

Enjoy breakfast at any time of the day at "La Desayunería"

If you always hesitate between choosing a sweet or savoury breakfast... don't worry, you're not alone! Join us to discover La Desayunería, one of our top places in Barcelona to enjoy a delicious American-style breakfast (at any time).

5 reasons that make Passeig de Gràcia an unforgettable street

Today we are walking along Passeig de Gràcia, one of the most sublime streets in the whole city, full of details that make it unique. A showcase of Catalan modernism that has an incredible heritage from its golden age, surrounded by luxury and splendour.

Yoga & Pilates in Barcelona to cultivate your spirituality

Starting a new life in Barcelona can serve as a precedent to develop new habits that will help you obtain a mental peace. For that reason, at B*Local we want to show you the 3 best Yoga & Pilates studios near C211.

Local Route -24hr COVID-Free- in Barcelona

A local route -24hr Covid Free-, to enjoy the capital of Barcelona as never before and to do it, safe and sound.

Top 3 Restaurants "without tables" in the city of Gaudí

The top 3 best bar-style restaurants in the city of Gaudí, which, beyond having an aesthetic resemblance to the bars of all times, now also offer a deluxe cuisine to awaken your five senses.

Barcelona with Children! 10 plans to enjoy the city in family style.

Traveling with children does not mean giving up the best plans your destination has to offer. Barcelona is a city full of secrets to be discovered by the youngest of the house and enjoy while they learn.

Framed Gang, the new Cathedral of vision in Barcelona

Eyeglasses have long since ceased to be a mere accessory and have become what they are today, an essential element of health and style for the eyes, now more exclusive than ever in the city of Barcelona.

Casa Corona: un oasis costero para olvidar el fin del verano

¿Te apuntas a descubrir la playa más otoñal de Barcelona?

Explore & Browse La Central Bookstore

In our search for inspiration and new novels to devour, we come across La Central, a cosy space located in the Eixample district where its wide range of literature and an intoxicating aroma of coffee accompany us throughout our visit.

Brunch & Cake: A gastronomic experience

Thanks to "the philosophy of the grandmothers" where everything is cooked by hand and over a low heat, Brunch & Cake has managed to bring a wide range of fresh and authentic products that make us find beauty in the honest