Food Love Barcelona
by Lena
8 months later, Mr Bond and I, are back in our favorite city! Only this time, we agreed to just BE in Barcelona. No sightseeing & no running around. Welcome to my Catalonian life…
In order to really live like a local, you have to check out of your hotel room and rent an apartment! Top Barcelona Apartments is my choice and I can recommend them to everyone! No matter the budget, they have an apartment for you! I chose a place in a center and close to the Gothic Area.
Thankfully, weather in Barcelona was incredible and it allowed me to just relax on my balcony and sunbathe. In Italy, I really was unlucky and only had a few days of sunshine in one month. Actually it got pretty hot at times in Barcelona, unbearably hot! But I was able to hide from the heat on my very own patio, which also served as a natural air-conditioner, with its incredibly soft breeze. Even though, my place was right in the middle of hustle and bustle, it was peacefully quiet inside.
Also if you rent an apartment with a balcony, you can enjoy many romantic moments. Beautiful views of the city, candles, champagne and a Summer breeze…
I was also really happy that my attic center apartment was near my favorite restaurant in the whole world! It prepares THE BEST FOOD in the world!…
Daniel Rueda (chef-owner of Tapeo) was surprised to see us. Here is something that he wrote to me in the email a few months prior to my second visit ~
” Thank you very much for the fantastic report that we‘ve done and congratulations for your blog …
You with your boyfriend you have a record of visits in four days, and I think it will be so for a long time :)
you are part of the history of our restaurant, as well as us yours!
thank you very much and see you soon. “
And soon it was… We came to Tapeo for brunch and dinner for the next 5 days. We were not a part of the history anymore… we were FAMILY.
Dani would bring us the food to our table and say “This is for family”. The food at Tapeo is a work of art and this is the only restaurant in the world for me, where every single dish was eaten to the very last bite. Mr. Bond and I left nothing on those plates!
If you want to savor not only The Best Tapas In Spain, but the best food you will ever try in your life, then come to Tapeo on your next visit to Barcelona! Tapeo is only a few steps away from the Picasso Museum.
Here is my favorite Tapeo story ~ One night when we were having dinner, Mr. Bond ordered prawns… When the most funniest waiter – Jaier, brought them to our table and saw us only eat the tails, he said “You know, here in Catalonia we eat the head too! You should take it by the tale and suck the head out, that’s where all the best stuff is..”. Without missing a beat, I reply with a pretty loud “I don’t do head!” … Nano-second later, I realized what just came out of my mouth… Needless to say, that waiter and people who were sitting next to us, broke down in laughter. Don’t think Mr. Bond was shocked.. he’s used to moments such as this one. Since I decided to live in Barcelona like a true Catalonian, I took his advice to heart.
When the waiter returned and asked how it was. My reply this time was “I really like head!” …
You know, I really don’t sit around, trying to come up with funny come-backs… it just sort of happens in my life… I say it first, think later. That waiter and all the people who heard me, will never forget this moment. When was the last time you heard a woman say “I REALLY LIKE HEAD” at a restaurant?
You know how they say on t-shirts “I went to ….. and all I got was this lousy t-shirt” ??
Well, I went to Tapeo and got the best “head” in my life !! (wink-wink)
If you have read my last post about Barcelona, you’ll know that I wanted to see a “two-girl show” at a Live Sex Show joint. However, when we walked inside it was all really different. You can’t walk into the booth and insert 2 euros anymore. Sadly, they got rid of that booth.
Now it’s a room that you walk into, pay 10 euros for 20 minutes and watch the show live. You sit around the stage instead of being in a booth. I actually liked the booth better… Well, this time Mr. Bond and I were out of luck again.. We didn’t get to see two girls. We did however explored a near-by strip joint, with 1, maybe 2 some-what good-looking gals. We left disappointed… Maybe we’ll have more luck in Paris and St. Petersburg….
Mr. Bond and I slept till noon, walked to Tapeo for brunch and got lost in small alleys of Gotico Area. It is our favorite area in all of Barcelona. To our surprise we somehow stumbled onto a place we have never seen before. It is probably the most unique, mysterious & gorgeous door in the world! The name of this gem is St. Georges Door. I won’t tell you the exact address of this place. I want you to get lost in the Gotic Area and surprise yourself. Really, I have never seen anything like it. The palm print in that door, fits my hand perfectly.
The details of that door are staggering and the mystery is in the air. Can you solve this door’s puzzle?
The moment when you throw away your map and let yourself get lost, you find little gems, that are gifts to you from the place… treasure them. Barcelona wants to be discovered… layer by layer, wall by wall and alley by alley. Just sit down at a local coffee shop, breathe and let the city’s rhythm be your guide.
This was also the most festive of all times in Barcelona! ~ SONAR MUSIC FESTIVAL…
I was really fortunate to go to that festival for one of its nights and let loose in the chaos and energy of people, dancing, drinking and music! Sonar Festival is intoxicating, loud, sweaty and rebellious. But there’s also another feeling that hangs heavily in the air ~ LOVE … a lot of it… everywhere! It’s unapologetic, honest and free.
As a matter of fact, I was lucky enough, to go see one of my favorite groups live, for the very first time in my life – Pet Shop Boys…
I will never forget that night! I was standing next to the stage, rocking to all of my favorite Pet Shop Boys songs! Standing on the side of the stage, has its benefits… was able to see them first from the side, before the screen was lifted to reveal them to everyone else.
At the end of the night, even got to ride in the bumper cars… however at first, I couldn’t figure out where to put the coin, so I got crashed into many times before my car actually moved…
Since Mr. Bond is a member of a Jonathan Club in Los Angeles, we were able to spend a couple of nights at one of the most exclusive clubs in the world ~ Circulo Ecuestre It’s an unbelievably beautiful place. I felt as if I was transported back in time.
If you’re not a member, you can’t even walk into this place. But once you do walk in, you can see Rafael Nadal’s tennis racquet, from his victorious last match… Mr. Bond made a bid and who knows, maybe we’ll win it.
Mr. Bond and I spend one night at one of our favorite places in all of Spain ~ Sitges!
It’s a home to the most famous nude beach in the world, to founder of Bacardi, Facundo Bacardi, Sitges Film Festival, Sitges Carnival and to the most friendly and gorgeous gay community! I really love Sitges and if I ever buy another apartment, it will be here. It felt liberating being in this beautiful town ~ drinking my Bacardi & coke on the beach, sunbathing and swimming topless.
I’m writing this from Nice, France, but I can still taste you,
BARCELONA …
You, the food and all of your love!
I miss you, but I will be back!
Promise…
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Happy to hear some “head” was enjoyed lol. What the appeal to you of going to strip joint? I always wanted to ask a woman that. Where do you plan to go in Asia?
don’t like any kind of labels but i’ll give you a hint .. I’m bi .. hope that answers the question. Asia in a month
Thanks for writing back. I know sometimes straight women like to go to them too. I was just curious. I don’t know if you’ve been to Asia before but Japan is super fun but very very expensive. Korea is fun and the people are very friendly. (They would totally love you :)) It’s a little Seoul centric but Busan (home of the Busan film fest) is also fun and has Haeundae beach which is the “cool” place to go to. They have another beach I forget the name of it but it’s more quiet and relaxed and pretty nice. South East Asia is very fun and not expensive but this time of year I imagine is super hot. Also keep in mind the rainy season just started. Hope you have fun.
well, I am mostly straight these days.. since i’m with my Mr. Bond, but the bi in me refuses to give up on looking at beautiful women )) thank you for all the suggestions! have been to Japan a long time ago. I’ll be going on a trans-mongolian adventure.. Mongolia & China
Yeah it’s impossible to stop looking at beautiful women right lol. I look forward to reading about your trip to Mongolia as I’ve never been there. For mainland China I was only in Beijing which was just ok. The Forbidden City is really cool. Anyway have fun.
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Great pics!
Loved the “head” story!
wow you got to see the pet shop boys. awesome
I love your photos and reading your visits. It inspires me to travel more, be more adventurous and live life!
Great post Elena! and lovely pictures,
I am happy you enyoyed our apartment in Barcelona.
Wormest regards!
Silvia
Thank you so much for all the beautiful photos!
I loved Barcelona when I visited. Yours looked like a great experience with photographs to match.
Amazing! having been there since 2008, and reading this was like smelling and hearing memories…
Barcelona is one of my favorite cities. I love the short hair :).
Am dying to go to Barcelona! Looking forward to reading about your travels. Jane
Muy sueno…. :)
glad you enjoyed your trip!
Thank you, Ms. Levon, for following People Treats. What an honor! I look forward to seeing more pics of your beautiful self and your wonderful travels! Happy eating journeys and destinations, cheers!
You live an adventurous life. I love all your pictures!
Nice blog. reminds me of the week we spent in Barcelona couple of years ago.
this is amazing. you make me want to live in barcelona :0]
Two Big beautiful thumbs up my mi amiga! Thanks for sharing!
I just LOVE the photograph with the fan on the table. Nice colors and composition.
Bella!
Only wish we had more time to explore Barcelona when we were there. I enjoyed your stories and humor, as always. –Curt
Ай, Елена, я читаю, paдуюcь и наслаждаюcь – все Твoи последние…истории так полны жизни и любви! Это былo настолько прекраснo вновь открыть для себя Италию вместе с Тобой, я почти физически ощущалa все завлекательныe ароматы этой страны в воздухе. И Барселонa … нeвозможно не влюбиться в этот город после всего, что я только что (и в Твoем блоге раньше) здесь прочиталa.
PS: Pet Shop Boys – замечательные воспоминания…как вишенка на пироге! :)
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This is all so … cool! What a time you must have had! Great pics!
Another fine array of sights and sounds.
Wow! What a trip! I can relate to your “doing head,” comment. I recently told my friends in a loud voice all about my “huge climax” I came up with while having an MRI. – For my book! –
It sounds like we will miss you. I am so bummed. We will be in Barcelona in July and then will travel from there. You will probably be back in LA by then…Dang!
We will be in Europe from the 12th – 27th. It would be so cool if we could meet up for a drink!
I’m on the road until September. Right now in France until 27th of June. Then Netherlands… will be leaving Europe in the beginning of July.. then off to Eurasia and Asia ) Have a fantastic trip, Susie! Maybe we can get together for a drink in US?
We are exactly one month off…
Let’s get together this fall! We may be traveling back to California or you may want to explore Colorado!
Ha. I don’t do that kind of head either, Lena.
)))) love your comments !
Explored Barcelona through your blog. The place where I come from, Which is Calcutta in India, “doing the (prawn) head” is the norm and you would get the daggers from people around you if you have wasted it. We cook prawn in a coconut curry, so you can imagine how luscious it is to “do the head” :) Also lucky you. After having all that fun you get to see Pet Shop Boys live… WOW!
yummy! ))
The St George door looks fascinating – thank you
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Bienvenue a Nice!
Merci! )
Love your story and pictures!! :-)
Thanks for all the tips – especially apartments – heading down in November – can’t wait.
it really is a great option! Have a fantastic time!! )
One of my ancestors founded that amazing city.
Terry