Gina Xifra

Barcelona

Spotter since 2020

About me

About me
Hi! I’m Gina! Even though I am from Girona, a small city close to Barcelona, I have lived in the Catalan capital for some years now.

Before that, I did a degree in Communication and a Master's in Tourism Management around different cities in Europe. Living abroad for a while made me appreciate tips from locals to get to know the destination in a way that doesn’t appear on travel guides.

I work in higher education with international students and I combine this with my passions that include food, photography and traveling.

Why Barcelona
It’s true that Barcelona can be a tourist trap, but if you try to go beyond Ramblas, Barceloneta or Sagrada Familia you will be able to live a whole different experience. Gastronomy from all over the world, food markets, art openings, museums and galleries, artisan shops, concerts and music festivals… Barcelona is a cultural hub like no other.

Working with international students at the University makes me realize every day how lucky I am to live in Barcelona. I find that the Catalan capital is a city that welcomes everyone no matter where you come from, which makes it a cosmopolitan place where you'll find anything you're looking for.

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My spots (20)

Honest Greens

Affordable real food

"Honest Greens" is a new healthy restaurant in Barcelona that's actually really affordabl and with imaginative, locally sourced dishes...

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Gina

Xifra

Apr 30, 2025

Delacrem

Homemade Italian Gelato

"Delacrem" is one of the best spots for Italian gelato in Barcelona! I love the pistachio, hazelnut and straciatella...

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Snacks

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Gina

Xifra

Apr 30, 2025

El Villa

Vermuteria inspired in the South Coast

"El Villa" is a beautiful vermuteria located in the charming neighborhood of Gracia in Barcelona. My favorite dish there is the mojama tapa...

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Bars
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Gina

Xifra

Apr 30, 2025

Rocambolesc

Ice-cream by one of the best cooks

"Rocambolesc" in Barcelona is an ice cream shop run by one of the world's best pastry chefs, Jordi Roca. Try their panet for a unique sensory experience!

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Snacks

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Gina

Xifra

Apr 30, 2025

La Llama Store

The store for humour lovers

"La Llama Store" in Barcelona is a shop specialising on humour through books, art & other random items (and events!) If you like laughing, don't miss it.

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Art & culture
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Shopping

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Gina

Xifra

Apr 30, 2025

Fábrica Lehmann

A secret in Eixample’s heart

"Fábrica Lehmann" is located in a hidden patio in the middle of Barcelona's Eixample. It's a creative space that brings together artisans & entrepreneurs.

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Art & culture
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Relaxing
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Shopping

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Gina

Xifra

Apr 30, 2025

Yatai Restaurant

Japanese food is more than sushi

"Yatai Restaurant" in Barcelona is a small Japanese restaurant with a picture-worthy interior. I love their okonomiyaki and the karei raisu!

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Gina

Xifra

Apr 30, 2025

La Nostra Ciutat

Souvenirs from local artists

"La Nostra Ciutat" is the place to visit if you want to buy Barcelona souvenirs made by talented local designers & artists instead of Chinese factories!

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Art & culture
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Shopping

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Gina

Xifra

Apr 30, 2025
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