The narrow alleys of Barri Gotic in Barcelona's casc antic (old quarter) are studded with small bistros that have this sort of deceptive ramshackle appearance. Many of these, are rather mimetic and seem to come out of a lethargic dream when the last rays of the sun slowly disappear at the top of the weathered façades. An enthusiastic clientele of loyals and the usual newbies fluttering from place to place, storm the place to start over the life cycle of bohemian deja-vus. A good idea to attract the prey for the night kill is to use some flashy lure and that is where art comes alive. A nice painting on the metal rolling door sometimes can help the house keep a certain cultural aura that is well appreciated by customers and inadvertently contributes to the atmosphere of an otherwise dull street. Notice this pumping heart at Cafe Babel where all different bloods blend and gush out into one single stream probably an allusion to the famous biblical tower and the notion of a united humanity, speaking a single language. It is a very small place, with just a few tables but artistically decorated. To the sound of Nu Jazz you can enjoy a good menu or a nice drink (they even have absenta) either inside or at the quiet terrace across the street in the middle of Placa dels Traginers just below the remnants of the old city wall: check Plaça del Traginers - A Very Romantic Place an article by Sonia Martinez Argüelo at Barcelona Spotted by Locals which features a picture of Cafe Babel's terrace.
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It is a perfect mix of the old and the new. Gorgeous splash of colour too.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a memorable place to have a cocktail! Cool snap, Carlos!
ReplyDeleteLove your description: You have described it as it is!
ReplyDeleteHappy memories. :)
Good morning,
ReplyDeletealso would like to thank you for reminding me of good memories.
One of them is also the flee-market in Barcelona Old Town, was it on Saturday? 1998 was the last time I had the chance to visit, but still love to get lost into the memories.
Hey thats a different shutter and for sure it's got a good design on it... Creative and innovative! :-)
ReplyDeleteA beautiful door described in wonderful words.
ReplyDeleteEverything about this post was so wonderful that I made a special "Appreciation" link in my sidebar to highlight it. I'm going to feature favorite posts at other blogs in this little square. (You are first.)
ReplyDeleteThanks my friends. I appreciate your comments and the fact that it brings back memories to some. Lydia that's very kind of you. Thanks!
ReplyDeletelove this pic with all the wonderful colors....Barb
ReplyDeleteI love the artwork :-)
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