Author Archive for Catalonia
Sopa de Cabra
During the late 1980s and early 1990s, Sopa de Cabra was the band which lead the so called ‘rise of Catalan rock’. Nearly 20 years later, the teenagers who were fans back then are now in their thirties and they were very excited to hear that the band, led by Gerard Quintana.
Creme Catalan Recipe
Creme Catalan is a delicious dessert that can be enjoyed the whole year round. it’s very similar to creme brullee which has a lovely creamy custard with burnt sugar coating.
Amy Winehouse found dead at her flat in Camden Town London
Singer amy Winehouse has been found dead at her london flat in Camden town at the age of 27. She joins a long list of pop and rock stars who all died at this young age including Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison and Kurt Cobain.
Barcelona playing hardball with Cesc Fabregás
Barcelona is playing hardball with Cesc Fabregas again and throwing a tantrum over Arsenal’s price tag of 40M. Will the Fabregás saga ever end and the player finally go to the club he has had his sights on for years?
Teddy Bautista detained and SGAE offices raided
The news that the offices of SGAE have been raided and president Teddy Bautista detained have sparked mayhem on social network site Twitter with some scathing comments against him.
If you haven’t seen Born Barcelona, you haven’t really seen anything at all
The Born district in Barcelona has to be one of the most enchanting of all. If you haven’t been to Born Barcelona you are missing out on a wonderful experience as there is so much to see and do in this trendy part of town.
Spain To Axe Controversial 110km Per Hour Speed Limit
Spain has given up the ghost and is set to axe the current 110km per hour speed limit introduced on motorways earlier this year which was originally introduced to cut fuel consumption although many Spaniards thought the plan was a ruse to raise money through speeding fines.
Muggings in Barcelona can be reported at your hotel
Any tourist who happens to be mugged in Barcelona can now report it from the comfort of their hotel without the hassle of going to see the Mossos at the local Police station.
Catalan independence and the rest of Spain
Catalan independence has been an issue for some years now and it’s an issue that is raised and fought over by Catalans and Spanish alike. Is Spain heading for another civil war because of it and why can’t Spain seem to get along with all regions united are two questions posed.
Omm Barcelona
Wikiproyecto:Escultura/Lista De Todas Las Esculturas …Escudos de Barcelona (escultura) Escultura Splash Expo Zaragoza 2008; Espai/Temps Omm de Preja; P. Pasquino; Peine del Viento; Perros de Fu; Piedad florentina; Piedad de Medina del Campo … Read Article Hotels In Barcelona – Where To Stay In Barcelona, Spain …Details of the Hotel Omm, Barcelona. From Charlyn Keating [...]
Swab Barcelona at the Fira
Hurry up because Swab Barcelona is on for a few days more! It’s a chance to see some exciting new talent in the world of contemporary art at the Fira of Barcelona
Primavera Sound 2011 Live Broadcast
Check out the Primavera Sound 2011 Live Broadcast right here on Life in Catalonia. You can catch some of the most up to date and innovative bands around. Will you miss this opportunity to catch some Primavera Sound?
