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P RO D U C T S 24 Check Out SHOP selects a standout piece from Barcelona this season 26 My Favourites Jewellery designer Rocio Canals reveals her top tips for autumn/winter 2015/16 28 Products Key looks for the season, from fashion and footwear to jewellery and accessories N EWS 32 Shop Window One store not to be missed in Barcelona 34 News Seasonal updates on shops, services and new products

F E AT U R E S 40 Cover Story: Streets Ahead As you’d expect from Barcelona’s most prestigious boulevard, Passeig de Gràcia is lined with unmissable designer boutiques, striking architecture and much more.

Hannah Lewis takes a tour E X PE R I E NCE 50 Sweet Thing Barcelona’s chocolate-makers continue to push boundaries in all the right ways, says Isabella Redmond Styles 56 Stay in Style SHOP’s guide to the world’s most exclusive hotels

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A GLITTERING PROSPECT Spanish jewellery brand Tous may be known for its teddy-bear motif, but if cute isn’t your thing then look to the View collection. This chunky cocktail ring, in 18 carat gold and titanium set with blue topaz, strikes a balance between fashion-forward and elegant. It is Save up to 15.7% by shopping tax free, see page 75

diferent enough to make a statement, but simple enough to wear on any occasion. The design has been devised so that the ring looks diferent from every angle, making it a piece you will really want to show of. hl Tous View ring, €1,195, Tous, Passeig de Gràcia 18, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 488 1558, tous.com for map go to page 68

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MY FAVOURITES: Rocio Canals Barcelona-born Rocio Canals worked as an art director for fashion advertising in New York and Paris before returning home to start her own jewellery label, Wilhelmina Garcia.

Designed and handmade in Barcelona, her elegant creations are inspired by the beauty and energy of the city. She shares her insights for autumn/winter 2015/16 with Ximena Daneri

1. ‘When it comes to interiors, I really love what Lázaro RosaViolán Studio designs. His look is very stylish; his cultural background allows him to mix, modify and reinterpret past and present trends’

2. ‘I always take my Apple laptop and a Moleskine sketchbook with me when I travel’ Moleskine black sketchbook, €25.85, Vinçon, Passeig de Gràcia 96, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 215 6050, moleskine.com

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3 3. ‘The Fish Bones necklace from my autumn/winter 2015/16 collection is a must. It is very delicate, with articulated pieces, and is inspired by the biology of marine life’ Wilhelmina Garcia gold Fish Bones necklace, €499, wilhelminagarcia.com

4. ‘Every home should have nice candles’ Jaime Beriestain JB Citrus candle, €15, Jaime Beriestain, Carrer de Pau Claris 167, 08037 Barcelona, +34 93 515 0779, beriestain.com

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5. ‘If there’s one object that sums up my personality, it’s a fower tiara – fantasy and femininity’ Mireia Abras for L’Arca fower tiara, €180, L’Arca, Carrer dels Banys Nous 20, 08002 Barcelona, +34 93 302 1598, larca.es

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SPORTY CASUAL Combine chunky boots with ripped jeans and a silk shirt for an of-road biker look

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1. Etro shirt, €420, Etro, Avinguda de Pau Casals 4, 08021 Barcelona, +34 93 362 1611, etro.com

3. Tod’s Architect bag, €1,500, El Corte Inglés, Avinguda Diagonal 617, 08028 Barcelona, +34 93 366 7100, tods.com

2. Ermenegildo Zegna boots, €595, Ermenegildo Zegna, Passeig de Gràcia 91, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 215 0006, zegna.com

4. 7 For All Mankind jeans, €260, Mad, Rambla de Catalunya 107, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 215 9194, 7forallmankind.com

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1. Bimba y Lola skirt, €450, Bimba y Lola, CC Bulevard Rosa, Passeig de Gràcia 55-57, 08007 Barcelona, +34 93 215 8188, bimbaylola.com

4. Louis Vuitton bag, from €3,100, Louis Vuitton, Passeig de Gràcia 80, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 467 0960, louisvuitton.com

2. Bulgari earrings, €3,200, Bulgari, Passeig de Gràcia 74, 08007 Barcelona, +34 93 467 7065, bulgari.com

5. Mango top, €35.99, Mango, Passeig de Gràcia 65, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 215 7530, mango.com

3. Barleycorn shoes, €215, Conti, Rambla de Catalunya 78, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 215 3232, barleycorn.it

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GOLD AND RED This two-tone look is guaranteed to turn heads

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1. S Max Mara dress, price on request, Max Mara, Passeig de Gràcia 23, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 488 1777, maxmara.com 2. Loewe bag, €14,000, Loewe, Passeig de Gràcia 35, 08007 Barcelona, +34 93 216 0400, loewe.com 3. Dodo earrings, €540 each, GR Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal 538, 08006 Barcelona, +34 93 519 3303, dodo.it

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4. Cartier ring, from €22,700, Cartier, Passeig de Gràcia 82, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 488 2037, cartier.com 5. Dolce & Gabbana shoes, €595, Dolce & Gabbana, Passeig de Gràcia 95, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 467 2256, dolcegabbana.com

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COOL CONCEPT Focusing on the idea of a ‘trait’ being something about a product that sets it apart, Barcelona’s Trait Store is flled with items with a clearly defned design or concept.

There’s a wide range on ofer, including clothing, cosmetics, accessories, footwear, art, homeware and more. Founders Gabriel Ortiz and João Novaes choose everything primarily for its strong identity; as a result, there are Save up to 15.7% by shopping tax free, see page 75

pieces from an array of international names and Spanish labels, many both designed and made in Barcelona. These are products chosen to be inspiring, and a trip to Trait Store is never disappointing, with something new and exciting available to see on every visit. mkh Trait Store, Carrer del Parlament 28, 08015 Barcelona, +34 93 667 1631, traitstore.com * for map go to page 70

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GAP COMES TO TOWN

PERFECT SETTING Spanish jeweller Rabat has just opened an impressive fagship in Casa Codina, a striking modernist building on elegant Passeig de Gràcia. The store occupies three foors of the 1898 structure, which means there is plenty of room to display the brand’s latest collections, as well as a lavish selection from some of the top names in fne watches and jewellery. In this stylish and comfortable space, the members of staf pride themselves on giving visitors the best service imaginable. mkh Rabat, Passeig de Gràcia 94, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 384 4111, rabat.net * for map go to page 68 Save up to 15.7% by shopping tax free, see page 75

American fashion label Gap has arrived in Barcelona with a shopin-shop at El Corte Inglés department store, its second opening in Spain after a successful debut at Malaga airport. Famous for its casual-cool aesthetic and secondto-none basics, Gap is often seen as the quintessential American high-street brand, and this space – which covers 400 square metres – is surely a welcome addition to Barcelona’s shopping scene. Visit to snap up everything from versatile outerwear to denim staples. fm El Corte Inglés, Plaça de Catalunya 14, 08002 Barcelona, +39 93 306 3800, gap.eu * for map go to page 68

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BEAUTIFUL SPORT Following a two-month refurbishment, Lacoste’s store on Passeig de Gràcia reopened in March 2015 with an inspiring new look. Refecting the brand’s current slogan of ‘Life is a beautiful sport’, the shop is divided into diferent sections for the various collections: menswear, womenswear, childrenswear and accessories. Presented over 400 square metres, the high-concept boutique incorporates elements of the brand’s heritage throughout the décor. For example, tennis racquets are displayed prominently, alongside the ubiquitous crocodile mascot. Fans will be thrilled to immerse themselves in such a well-thought-out space. th Lacoste, Passeig de Gràcia 51, 08007 Barcelona, +34 93 487 4464, lacoste.com * for map go to page 68 Save up to 15.7% by shopping tax free, see page 75

ALL FOR ONE La Comercial, a group of boutiques in the El Born district, has become known for its wide range of international labels such as Kenzo, Nixon and Alexander McQueen. The various stores ofer an eclectic selection of menswear, womenswear and homeware, and fragrance connoisseurs will be spoiled for choice with brands such as Byredo, Histoires de Parfums and L’Artisan Parfumeur all available. Established over 11

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years ago, this treasure trove of designer clothes, accessories and beauty products is a must-visit for any fashion lover. The newest addition to the La Comercial family is in the W Hotel, overlooking the sea in Barceloneta, where visitors will fnd a handpicked selection of beautiful designer pieces. th La Comercial, W Barcelona, Plaça de la Rosa dels Vents 1, 08039 Barcelona, +34 93 295 2882, lacomercial.info * for map go to page 71 globalblue.com

Award-winning designer Teresa Helbig is fascinated by fabrics.

Growing up, she spent a lot of time in her mother’s dressmaking studio, where she learnt about the aspects of fashion that are not immediately visible: the excellence of the fabrics, the perfect stitching and the tiny fnishing touches that make a garment just so. Unsurprisingly, Helbig was flled with a passion for the world of clothing, and with her eponymous label she is putting her hard-earned knowledge into practice. Visit her Barcelona atelier to discover the exquisite details in her latest collection, from laser-cut leather and tulle to intricate beading. hl Teresa Helbig, Carrer de Mallorca 184, 08036 Barcelona, +34 93 451 5544, teresahelbig.com * for map go to page 68

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FEEL-GOOD FACTOR Layers and textures take centre stage in Marina Rinaldi’s collection for autumn/winter 2015/16, which focuses on a wintry but warm palette of deep greys, navy blues, muted jewel tones and, of course, classic black. Contrasting materials are superimposed to add a new dimension to timeless silhouettes. Lace and wool add texture, while fashes of bold checks and animal prints stand out against slimming block colours.

As always with Marina Rinaldi, the hourglass is the central shape; look out for a selection of stylish waist-cinching belts. mkh Marina Rinaldi, Passeig de Gràcia 23, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 488 2181, marinarinaldi.com * for map go to page 68

SWAROVSKI’S NEW LOOK Swarovski’s Rambla de Catalunya boutique is looking more inviting than ever following an eye-catching makeover themed around elegance and glitter. It’s a defnite must-see when visiting the city, with a wide range of the label’s covetable creations on display. Swarovski was founded in 1895 as a small crystal-cutting factory in Austria; today the brand’s crystals are probably the most famous in the world. fm Save up to 15.7% by shopping tax free, see page 75

Swarovski, Rambla de Catalunya 106, 08008 Barcelona, +34 93 487 8360, swarovski.com * for map go to page 68

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STREETS AHEAD With its luxury boutiques, high-end restaurants and standout architecture, Passeig de Grà cia has been Barcelona’s most prestigious boulevard for more than two centuries.

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bustling shopping destination, Passeig de Gràcia is one of the most prestigious streets in Spain, and arguably the most famous luxury destination in Barcelona. Rumoured to be Spain’s most expensive street when it comes to property prices, it is home to many of the Catalonian capital’s top hotels and restaurants, as well as world-famous architecture, and boutiques from some of the world’s most soughtafter designer brands.

Passeig de Gràcia has been a favourite haunt of the well-heeled and style-conscious since the early 19th century. It originally connected Barcelona and Gràcia, then a suburb of the city, and aristocrats focked to the street to parade in their smart horsedrawn carriages. By 1897, when Gràcia was formally annexed to Barcelona, and the area between developed to form a new area

called Eixample (‘the extension’), the Passeig had gone from being a road lined by felds to Barcelona’s most stylish street. As smart new residents moved in, businesses soon followed suit and exclusive stores shared space with some of the city’s fnest mansions.

The street’s prestigious reputation has only increased over time, and today it is home to not only the best Spanish luxury labels but also the fnest international brands. Passeig de Gràcia is now Previous page: street lamps on Passeig de Gràcia Above (from top): the Passeig today; and in 1928

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recognised worldwide as a shopping destination on a par with streets such as New York’s Fifth Avenue and Paris’s ChampsÉlysées, ofering everything from Prada and Valentino to Manolo Blahnik and Louis Vuitton.

Among the stars of the street’s retail landscape are some of Spain’s oldest stores, including acclaimed multi-brand boutique Santa Eulalia. Founded in 1843, it carries an expertly curated selection of the latest in luxury men’s

This worldfamous street has represented the epicentre of luxury in Barcelona for well over a century

Above (from top): Santa Eulalia; the store’s café

and women’s fashion and accessories. As well as must-have items from everyone from long-established names to exciting emerging brands, the store has a bespoke atelier for tailoring, and has a café and a picturesque roof terrace.

For Santa Eulalia and the other businesses that call the street home, Passeig de Gràcia is far more than just a location – a fact refected in the existence of a thriving local association.

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Even so, they are by no means the only buildings of note. Since the early 20th century, the Passeig has been home to works by some of Spain’s most notable architects, including Josep Puig i Cadafalch, Lluís Domènech i Montaner and Pere Falqués i Urpi, who also designed the street’s ornate benches and street lamps.

With a location of this calibre, it is not surprising that some of the nation’s top chefs have chosen to open restaurants here. The two-Michelin star restaurant Moments takes Catalan culinary culture to the next level, ofering a modern take on the region’s cuisine. Focusing on the fnest fresh seasonal produce available, chef

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d’Amics del Passeig de Gràcia seeks to safeguard and protect the culture, inhabitants and interests of the area, and Santa Eulalia’s owner Luis Sans sits as its chair.

‘Passeig de Gràcia is the most important commercial street in Barcelona,’ Sans explains. ‘It is one of the very few shopping streets in the world that, apart from the best stores, also has very good restaurants, hotels, museums and historical sites.’ Such a oneof-a-kind place merits a similarly prominent association to look after it, and Sans and his team work tirelessly to maintain the integrity of the Passeig and its surrounding area, ensuring that the stores, restaurants, hotels and cultural sights remain of a high standard for locals and visitors alike.

Two of the most important cultural attractions along the Passeig were designed by Spain’s most famous architect, Antoni Gaudí. La Pedrera (also known as Casa Milà) and Casa Batlló, former aristocratic residences that now house museums, are prime example of Catalan modernism.

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Above (from top): Casa Amatller and Casa Batlló; inside Casa Batlló

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Carme Ruscalleda creates simple yet powerful dishes bursting with favour.

Another award-winning restaurant is Roca Moo, overseen

by El Celler de Can Roca and managed by chef Juan Pretel Roca.

The menu is decidedly modern, with dishes such as codfsh, caulifower and touches of orange proving both fresh and delicious.

It’s not just about awardwinning names, however. There is a restaurant on Passeig de Gràcia to suit every taste and palate, from experimental gastronomy to traditional tapas, and with more opening each year it’s clear the street’s heyday is far from over.

Passeig de Gràcia ofers myriad attractions, from its world-class array of stores and restaurants to its enduring cultural signifcance. With the association and its friends working hard to keep the area vibrant, with events such as the annual Christmas shopping night in late November, it seems

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SWEET THING Barcelona’s confectioners are fnding ways to make chocolate even more irresistible, as Isabella Redmond Styles discovers

Spain has a long history when it comes to chocolate. Thanks to its intrepid explorers, cacao was introduced to the country from the Americas in the 16th century, and rapidly became part of the culinary landscape. From the earliest days, it was seen as something to be drunk rather than eaten, echoing the way the Aztecs in Central America used it – though the original, rather bitter brew was sweetened to suit European tastes. It became a favourite of the Spanish royal family and their courtiers, and was globalblue.com

soon enjoying huge popularity at all levels of society.

Even today, chocolate remains a much-loved hot drink, and churros y chocolate – slender doughnuts dusted with sugar, served with chocolate thick enough to stand a spoon up in – is a popular breakfast or late-night treat. Thanks to the eforts of the country’s fnest chocolatiers, however, Spaniards are also developing a taste for other cacao-related products, from bespoke bars to exquisitely favoured trufes.

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L A XO C O L AT E R I A Oriol Balaguer is one of Spain’s most eminent confectioners and his creations – as you’d expect from a former colleague of worldfamous experimental chef Ferran Adrià – are mouth-watering works of art. He has several stores in Barcelona, but for chocolate lovers the one to visit is La Xocolateria

by Oriol Balaguer. The boutique showcases Oriol’s 20 chocolate collections, which are all shaped

to resemble half a cocoa pod. Flavours are imaginative and surprising: think wasabi, yuzu, olive oil and trufe. There’s also a range of chocolate bars, all made to the highest standards. Don’t leave without tasting one of the truly indulgent hot chocolates, available in milk, white or dark varieties.

La Xocolateria by Oriol Balaguer, Carrer de la Fusina 5, 08003 Barcelona, +34 93 348 5267, oriolbalaguer.com

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For those who like their chocolate on the artisanal side, there are few places that will please more than Chök. Visitors to the boutique and café, located conveniently close to La Rambla, will fnd it almost

impossible to leave without sampling at least one of the tempting sweet treats. Star billing is given to the chöks, described as gourmet doughnuts, which are super light and crispy; 30 diferent varieties are baked daily, including plenty of chocolate-themed favours such as the chocolate Marmitako, a cacao lover’s take on a classic Basque dish. For something more straightforward, Chök’s handmade chocolate slabs, with their simple yet chic packaging, are a sure winner.

Chök, Carrer del Carme 3, 08001 Barcelona, +34 93 304 2460, chokbarcelona.com

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Forget all you know about traditional chocolate shops and you’re some way to understanding Cacao Sampaka. The boutique, which began in Barcelona in 2000 and now has outposts across the world, aims to promote the culture of cacao. The brand produces all its chocolate in its factory in Barcelona and is known for its obsessive attention to detail at every stage from bean to bar. In store, you’ll fnd plenty of delicious chocolate alongside all manner of related products, from wines to pair with your favourite bar to cacao-scented candles. Visitors can also take part in chocolate tastings, learning to enjoy everybody’s favourite sweet treat in the correct manner. globalblue.com

Cacao Sampaka, Carrer Consell de Cent 292, 08007 Barcelona, +34 93 272 0833, cacaosampaka.com

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ESCRIBÀ Family-run Escribà has been pushing boundaries with its endlessly creative confections since it was founded more than 100 years ago. In the shop behind the elegant tea room, you’ll fnd exploding birthday cakes, edible chocolate stilettos and many more surreal treats. Stock up on artisan chocolates in the boutique, in particular Escribà’s signature red-lip trufes, before enjoying a speciality hot chocolate in the café, whether it’s the intensely dark 70% cocoa version or the nutty Swiss chocolate and praline.

For those whose love of chocolate borders on obsession, there’s also the Escribà academy which ofers expert guided courses, including a one-day chocolate-shoemaking masterclass. globalblue.com

Escribà, Les Rambles 83, 08001 Barcelona, +34 93 301 6027; Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 546, 08011 Barcelona, +34 93 454 7535, escriba.es

VANS STORES BARCELONA

PORTAFERRISA 28 & CC. LA MAQUINISTA

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STAY IN STYLE

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The world’s fnest hotels boast locations in the most desirable city districts, interiors that demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and amenities that range from Michelin-starred restaurants to luxury spas ofering state-of-the-art treatments. SHOP shares its pick of some of the very best

INK HOTEL AMSTERDAM A newly opened design hotel in the heart of Amsterdam, Ink takes both its name and elements of its décor from the building’s former function as a newspaper ofce.

Well-known design company Concrete has created an interior that ofers luxury with a bohemian edge – chalkboard-style depictions of Amsterdam by Jan Rothuizen globalblue.com

dominate the 149 rooms. Every member of staf has their own story to tell and service is paramount. Be sure to visit the Pressroom restaurant, which serves an international menu based on locally sourced ingredients, and enjoy a nightcap at the Duke of Windsor bar.

Ink Hotel Amsterdam, Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 67, 1012 RE Amsterdam, +31 (0)20 721 9178, accorhotels.com

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THE MARK The luxurious interior of the Mark hotel in Prague refects its former incarnation as a baroque palace; expect rich textures, fne furnishings and specially commissioned works of art throughout. All the city’s main attractions are within walking distance of the hotel and each of its rooms ofers a private balcony with panoramic views.

Choose from two restaurants,

each serving a menu of modern Bohemian cuisine, enjoy an aperitif at the Two Steps Bar with its vaulted neo-baroque ceilings, or check into the wellness centre for a massage. The grand deluxe rooms with kitchenette are ideal for those looking for a home away from home.

The Mark, HybernskĂĄ 12, 110 00 Prague, +420 226 226111, themark.cz

MADE FOR THE MODERN TRAIL

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are trademarks of TBL Licensing LLC. © 2015 TBL Licensing LLC. All rights reserved.

INTRODUCING THE BLACK FOREST COLLECTION.

TIMBERLAND STORES BARCELONA - Paseo de Gracia, 64 - Vidrieras, 15 - Pedralbes Centre

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STOKE PLACE Located less than an hour from London, Stoke Place is the perfect countryside escape. A 17thcentury manor house set in 26 acres of parkland, the hotel ofers six diferent room types, each featuring a surprisingly modern dĂŠcor that manages to enhance rather than clash with the historic globalblue.com

surroundings. Work up an appetite by taking a walk around the lake and parkland before visiting the hotel’s acclaimed restaurant, Seasons, which ofers a menu of seasonal British cuisine featuring homegrown ingredients.

Stoke Place, Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire SL2 4HT, +44 (0)1753 534790, stokeplace.co.uk

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GUIDE

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Global Blue’s guide ensures you make the most of your trip to Barcelona with a look at the city’s must-visit destinations, from enthralling museums to cuttingedge boutiques. Start with SHOP’s highlights before delving deeper with expert guidance from our welltravelled team. For more helpful hints and detailed city guides, check out globalblue.com/barcelona.

A GLIMPSE OF BARCELONA Above: the magnifcent stained-glass ceiling of the Palau de la Música Catalana

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Escribà, Les Rambles 83, 08001 Barcelona, +34 93 301 6027, escriba.es featured on page 54

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‘Even in the depths of winter, Barcelona’s colourful and upbeat atmosphere shines through’ – Mónica Goya, SHOP’s picture assistant

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PHOTOS: STEPHANIE BARLOW; XIMENA DANERI; GEMMA MCKENZIE; ELENA RODRÍGUEZ FEIJÓO; MÓNICA RODRIGUEZ GOYA

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Museu Picasso, Carrer de Montcada 15-23, 08003 Barcelona, +34 93 256 3000, museupicasso.bcn.es * for map go to page 71

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Don’t miss the separate outlet store on nearby Carrer de Ferrán Agulló.

QK BCN, Carrer de Calvet 29, 08021 Barcelona, +34 93 209 5518, qkbcn.com * for map go to page 66

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РУССКИЙ ПЕРЕВОД 40: Streets Ahead

На шаг впереди Passeig de Gràcia с его фешенебельными ресторанами и выдающейся архитектурой вот уже более двух столетий считается самым престижным бульваром Барселоны, – рассказывает Ханна Льюис Passeig de Gràcia – одно из самых знаменитых мест города, пользующееся большой популярностью globalblue.com

среди гостей Барселоны. На этой улице расположена самая дорогая недвижимость Испании, а также целый ряд роскошных отелей, ресторанов, дизайнерских бутиков и знаменитых архитектурных сооружений. Бульвар Passeig de Gràcia еще с 19 века является излюбленным местом испанского бомонда. Когда-то улица соединяла Барселону и Грасию, слившихся позднее в один конгломерат. Именно сюда из самых разных уголков съезжались знатные

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аристократы в своих изящных конных экипажах. К 1897 году Грасия формально стала частью Барселоны, пространство между ними получило название Eixample («расширение»), а простая полевая дорога Passeig превратилась в одну из самых роскошных улиц города. Почти сразу здесь появились ряды престижных особняков и первые стильные горожане того времени, ну а за эксклюзивными магазинами и лавками дело не постояло. С годами статус улицы только возрастал, и имя Passeig de Gràcia стало узнаваемо по всему миру наряду с такими улицами, как Пятая Авеню в Нью-Йорке и Елисейские Поля в Париже. Сегодня здесь располагаются представительства самых лучших испанских и мировых брендов класса «люкс»: от Prada и Valentino до Manolo Blahnik и Louis Vuitton. Среди местных достопримечательностей – несколько магазинов, являющихся старейшими в Испании, в их числе мультибрендовый бутик Santa Eulalia. Он был основан в 1843 году и с тех пор неизменно предлагает тщательно подобранные образцы мужской и женской одежды, а также аксессуары. Помимо прекрасного ассортимента вещей как от всемирно известных брендов, так и от начинающих дизайнеров,

магазин располагает собственным ателье, кафетерием и террасой на крыше с отличными видами. Для Santa Eulalia и других местных компаний Passeig de Gràcia больше чем просто улица. à 1952 году даже была создана специальная ассоциация L’Associació d’Amics del Passeig de Gràcia во главе с основателем Santa Eulalia Луи Сансом, призванная сохранить уникальную культуру и атмосферу этого места.

«Passeig de Gràcia – самая значительная коммерческая улица Барселоны, – говорит Санс. – Это одна из немногих торговых улиц мира, где помимо лучших бутиков можно также найти хорошие рестораны, отели и исторические достопримечательности». Любое уникальное место, подобное этому, нуждается в соответствующей защите и поддержке, и Санс вместе со своей командой делает все возможное, чтобы обеспечить целостность Passeig de Gràcia и ее окрестностей. Так, ассоциация внимательно следит за тем, чтобы местные магазины, рестораны, отели, и культурные объекты всегда придерживались самых высоких стандартов и отвечали нуждам, как местных жителей, так и туристов. Две из самых важных культурных достопримечательностей в районе Passeig были

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спроектированы великим испанским архитектором Антонио Гауди. Бывшие резиденции аристократов La Pedrera (также известная, как Casa Milà) и Casa Batllo – теперь являются музеями и представляют собой яркий пример каталонского модернизма. Однако на этом культурные объекты отнюдь не заканчиваются. С начала 20 века улица Passeig начала стремительно преображаться благодаря совместным усилиям целой плеяды испанских зодчих, среди которых были Жозеп Пуч-и-Кадафалк, Льюис globalblue.com

Доменек-и-Монтанер и Пере Фалькес-и-Урпи, который также принимал участие в дизайне уличных скамеек и фонарей. Принимая во внимание популярность этого места, не удивительно, что именно здесь открылись рестораны наиболее знаменитых испанских шефповаров. Ресторан Moments, получивший две мишленовские звезды, предлагает посетителям традиционные блюда каталонской кухни в современной интерпретации. Шеф-повар Карме Рускалледа уделяет основное внимание свежим

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сезонным ингредиентам, создавая простые, но вместе с тем удивительно вкусные и полезные блюда.

Roca Moo – еàе один известный испанский ресторан, являюàийся проектом El Celler de Can Roca и шефповара Хуана Претель Рока. В меню всегда можно найти современные блюда, такие как, треска с цветной капустой и апельсинами. Однако дело не только в наградах. На Passeig de Gràcia найдется ресторан на любой вкус и кошелек, от экспериментальной кухни

до традиционных тапас, а увеличиваюàееся с каждым годом количество кулинарных заведений говорит о том, что улица только переживает свой расцвет.

Passeig de Gràcia предлагает своим посетителям мириады развлечений, от первоклассных магазинов и ресторанов до бесценных культурных достопримечательностей. А благодаря заботливой поддержке со стороны ассоциации и ее членов, а также большому числу мероприятий, таких как, ежегодная Рождественская ночь шоппинга,

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40: Streets Ahead 走上街头 两百多年来，因着一众奢侈品牌精 品店、高档餐厅和超凡脱俗的建筑， 格拉西亚大道（Passeig de Gràcia） 一直是巴塞罗那最富盛名的一条大 街。Hannah Lewis带您一游 作为一处熙熙攘攘的购物胜地，格拉 西亚大道是西班牙最富盛名的街道之 一，无疑也是巴塞罗那最著名的奢侈 品购物目的地。传说它还是全西班牙 楼价最为高昂的一条街道，加泰罗尼 亚首府（即巴塞罗那）的一流酒店、餐 厅及世界闻名的建筑物有不少都坐落 于此，当然也少不了众多全球最热门 设计师品牌的精品店。 自19世纪初以来，格拉西亚大道 就一直是穿着考究的时尚人士最爱 的去处之一。最初的格拉西亚是巴塞 罗那的郊区，许多王孙贵胄都爱聚集 到连接城郊两地的格拉西亚大道，炫 耀他们华美的马车。到1897年，格拉 西亚正式并入巴塞罗那，两地间的这

81 块区域也发展形成了一个新的拓展区 （Eixample），而格拉西亚大道也从 一条阡陌纵横的马路一跃成为了巴塞 罗那最具前卫的街道。随着潇洒时髦 的新居民陆续迁入，商家也纷至沓来， 一间间奢华店铺与一幢幢全城最华美 的楼宇分享着格拉西亚大道的空间。 随着时间的推移，这条街道的盛名 与日俱增，如今它不仅坐拥众多顶级 西班牙奢侈品牌，还云集了各大一线 国际名牌。现在的格拉西亚大道被世 人公认为与纽约第五大道和巴黎香榭 丽舍大街齐名的购物胜地，从Prada 到Valentino，从 Manolo Blahnik到 Louis Vuitton，无所不有，一应 俱全。 格拉西亚大道上的璀璨众星之 中还有许多西班牙最古老的店铺， 其中包括备受欢迎的多品牌精品店

Santa Eulalia。该店建于1843年， 店内荟萃了一系列由专业人士精心甄 选的最新款奢侈男女士时装和配饰， 此外亦有各类必备单品，从历史悠久 的顶级名牌到令人心动的新兴品牌， 应有尽有；店内还有一间定制裁剪工 作室、一间咖啡厅以及风景如画的屋 顶阳台。 对于Santa Eulalia和其他落户于此 的商家而言，格拉西亚大道可远不止 是一个地点——一个生机勃勃的当地 社团就反映了这一点。格拉西亚大道 友谊协会（L’Associació d’Amics del Passeig de Gràcia）创建于1952 年，其宗旨是保障和保护区域内的文 化、居民及共同利益，该协会主席就是 Santa Eulalia的店主Luis Sans。 “格拉西亚大道是巴塞罗那最重要的 商业街道， ”Sans解释道。 “它不光云

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集最好的商店，还坐拥许多一流餐厅、 酒店、博物馆和名胜古迹，像这样的街 道在全世界都寥寥可数。”如此独一 无二的胜地自然值得一个同样杰出的 协会来照料它，而Sans和他的团队用 不懈的努力，维持着这条大道和周边 区域的完整性，保障商铺、餐厅、酒店 和文化景点的高标准，让当地居民和 外来游客同样欢欣满意。 格拉西亚大道上最重要的两处文 化景点都是由西班牙最著名的建筑师 安东尼·高迪（Antoni Gaudí）一手 设计的，那就是米拉之家（La Pedrera）和巴特略之家（Casa Batlló） 。它们原为贵族宅邸，现已改为博 物馆，可谓是加泰罗尼亚现代主义 globalblue.com

的最佳典范。纵是如此，它们也绝 不是唯一值得注意的建筑物。自 20世纪初以来，格拉西亚大道迎 来了许多杰出西班牙建筑师的作 品，Josep Puig i Cadafalch、Lluís Domènech i Montaner和 Pere Falqués i Urpi等人都在此列；大道上 装饰华美的长凳和街灯就是出自Pere Falqués i Urpi的手笔。 地理位置如此优越，无怪乎许多西 班牙顶级名厨都选择在此开设餐厅。 米其林两星餐厅Moments为当地菜 肴添入现代风味，将加泰罗尼亚饮食 文化带到了新的层次。主厨Carme Ruscalleda坚持选用最优质、新鲜的 当季农产品，打造出一道道风格简约

83 而口感丰富的美味佳肴。 另一家屡获殊荣的餐厅就是Roca Moo，它名属El Celler de Can Roca 集团名下，由名厨Juan Pretel Roca掌 勺。菜单有着鲜明的现代风格，像鳕 鱼、花椰菜配鲜橙这样的菜式既新鲜 又可口，深受食客喜爱。 不过，这里可并不只有斩获大奖的 著名餐厅。每一种口味的食客都能在 格拉西亚大街上找到一家合适的餐 厅，从实验派烹饪到传统西班牙小吃 应有尽有。每年格拉西亚大道上都有 更多新店开张，显然这条街道的全盛 时期还远未结束。 从荟萃如云的世界级名店和餐厅到 历史悠久的名胜古迹，格拉西亚大道 可谓景点无数。有地区协会及其合作 伙伴努力维持着本区域的蓬勃朝气， 更有十一月底的年度圣诞购物夜等精 彩纷呈的活动；这条大道在这一个多 世纪以来代表着巴塞罗那的奢华焦 点，看起来在未来多年它仍将继续吸 引着世界各地游客的青睐。 santaeulalia.com, barcelonapaseodegracia.com, mandarinoriental.com/barcelona, hotelomm.com

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40: Streets Ahead 数歩先を行く通り 高級ブティック、有名レストラン、建 築の傑作が立ち並ぶグラシア通り （Passeig de Gràcia）はバルセロナ で最も有名な大通りで、その評判は2 世紀以上前から続く。ハンナ・ルイス が案内する。 賑やかなショッピング街「グラシア通 り」はスペインで最も名高い通りの一 つで、バルセロナの最高級品街と言っ てもいいだろう。不動産価格では国内 最高と噂されるこの通りには、カタル ーニャ州都バルセロナで随一のホテ ルやレストラン、世界的に有名な建築 物、世界一流の人気デザイナーブラン ドのブティックが多い。 グラシア通りは19世紀初頭から、 スタイリッシュな富裕層のお気に入り だった。元々はバルセロナと郊外のグ ラシアを結ぶ道で、貴族が大勢訪れ て立派な馬車を見せびらかした場所

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だった。かつては野原の中の道だった のが、1897年にグラシアがバルセロナ に正式併合され、その間が開発され て新たにアシャンプラ（「拡大」）と呼 ばれる地区になる頃には、バルセロナ で最もファッショナブルな通りに変貌 していた。粋な人々が移り住み、商業 者が後に続いて、この町きっての贅沢 なお屋敷と高級店が軒を連ねるよう になった。 以来、グラシア通りの名声は高ま る一方で、現在ではスペインを代表す る高級レーベルのみならず、名だたる 国際ブランドも進出している。今や、ニ ューヨークの五番街やパリのシャンゼ リゼ通りに並ぶショッピング街として 世界的に知られ、プラダからヴァレン ティノ、 マノロ・ブラニク、ルイ・ヴィトン まで何でも揃う。 このように有名店が居並ぶ中 には、評判の高いマルチブランドブ ティック、サンタ・エウラリア（Santa Eulalia）など、スペインの老舗中の老 舗もある。1843年創業のサンタ・エウ ラリアは、最新のメンズウェア、ウーマ globalblue.com

ンズウェア、アクセサリーから目利き が選んだ高級品を置いている。誰も が持ちたい有名ブランドの必須アイテ ムからエキサイティングな新進ブラン ドまで扱う同店には、誂え品を仕立て るアトリエやカフェ、美しい屋上テラ スもある。 サンタ・エウラリアをはじめ、この 通りに店を構える企業にとって、グラ シア通りは単なる「立地」ではない。そ のことを示しているのが、活発な地域 団体の存在だ。1952年に創設された 「グラシア通り友の会」は、この地区 の文化、住民、利益を保護することを 目的とし、サンタ・エウラリアのオーナ ーのルイス・サンズが会長を務める。 「グラシア通りはバルセロナで 最も重要な商店街です」とサンズはい う。 「一流店だけでなく、とびきりのレ ストランやホテル、博物館、史跡を擁 する世界でも数少ないショッピング街 の一つなんです。」そんな類まれな所 だから、これまた類まれな世話人会 があって当然で、サンズと彼のチーム は、店舗、レストラン、ホテル、文化施

85 んでいる。ファルケス・イ・ウルピは、 装飾を凝らしたベンチや街灯もデザ インした。 このように有名店や大物建築家 の作品がひしめく通りに、この国のト ップシェフがレストランをオープンして も何の不思議もない。ミシュラン2つ星 のレストラン「モーメンツ（Moments） 」はカタルーニャの食文化を一段と高 め、現代風の郷土料理を出す。シェフ のカルメ・ルスカイェーダは、最上質 の旬の食材にこだわってシンプルなが らも風味豊かで印象的な料理を創作 している。 賞を獲得したもう一つのレストラ ンがロカ・モー（Roca Moo）だ。エ ル・セジェール・デ・カン・ロカの系列

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設が地元住民にとっても来訪者にとっ ても高水準で保たれるように、通りと 周辺の品位維持にたゆみない努力を 続けている。 グラシア通り沿いの最重要文化 財のうち二つは、スペインで最も有名 な建築家アントニ・ガウディが設計 したものだ。かつては貴族の邸宅で 現在は博物館になっているラ・ペド レラ（別名カサ・ミラ）とカサ・バトリ ョは、カタルーニャモダニズムの傑作 だ。だが、注目すべき建物はそれだけ ではない。20世紀初頭以降、この通り にはジョセップ・プッチ・イ・カダファ ルク、リュイス・ドメネク・イ・ムンタネ ー、ペレ・ファルケス・イ・ウルピなどス ペインを代表する建築家の作品が並

店で、シェフのジョアン・プレテル・ロ カが経営する。メニューは断然モダン で、オレンジがほのかに香る鱈のカリ フラワー添えといった料理は斬新で、 しかも美味しい。 ただ、グラシア通りで光るのは賞 に輝いた有名店だけではない。ここに は、実験的な料理から伝統的なタパ スまで、様々な好みや味覚に合ったレ ストランがある。毎年新店がオープン するこの通りの最盛期は、まだまだこ れからだ。 グラシア通りは世界の一流店か

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らレストラン、不朽の重要文化財まで 魅力が一杯。毎年11月下旬のクリスマ ス・ショッピングナイトなど各種イベン トを開催し、友の会とその賛同者が活 気を保つ努力をしているおかげで、バ ルセロナきっての高級店街として100 年以上の歴史を誇るこの有名な通り は、これからも世界中の人々を惹きつ けて止まないだろう。 santaeulaliacom、 barcelonapaseodegracia.com、 mandarinoriental.com /barcelona、 hotelomm.com

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