Caterina Carpenzano

Glasgow

Spotter since 2020

About me

About me"
My name is Caterina but most people call me Cat. I was born in Sicily, Italy and I got to live and travel all around Itlay since I was 9 months old!
After high school, I moved to Glasgow where I have been living permanently since 2014. Here I have completed my master's in Product Design Engineering and I've had the chance to connect with locals and people from all over the world.

I am a food lover and I enjoy the outdoors. I love going on hikes and spontaneous trips around Scotland which in most cases end up in hitchhiking to find shelter from the rain!

During my adventures (both solo and non) I met many cool people which now are some of my best friends! I now refer to Glasgow as my second home. I like to spend my free time exploring nearby coffee shops, pop-up businesses, exhibitions and generally getting lost.

Why Glasgow
I love Glasgow because it has so much character, it is so international, and it always has a cool vibe going on.

Despite being a very cold city, I learned to love the weather and enjoy the 4 seasons in one day! Glasgow has so much to offer to individuals who are prepared to embrace the weather and it will reward you with pretty sunsets and dry days if you are lucky! The food options are endless as the restaurants and cafes offer a variety of cuisines which will let you go around the globe in a day.

The people are super friendly, and it is true what they say: “People make Glasgow”. The city has plenty of green areas to offer, perfect for a break to sit back and enjoy some people watching or simply reading a book or wandering around parks.

I also love the fact that you don’t really need a car to move around since most places are within walking distance. However, for some more exploration, you’ll have to rely on public transport, which is easy to use and always on time. You can always rent a city bike or a car if you are brave enough to embrace driving on the wrong side of the road!

The city allows me to be spontaneous since I don’t need to do much planning to have great adventures and you can get lost in a forest in less than an hour!

Where else can you find me online?"
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My spots (21)

Dough-Mans-Land

Dough Mans Land – Wood-fired pizza from a horsebox

Their pizza is super light and delicious and they use fresh and local ingredients so their menu is ever-changing according to the season.

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Relaxing
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Snacks

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Caterina

Carpenzano

Feb 2, 2025
Andina-Coffee

Andina Coffee – A slice of Colombia

"Andina Coffee" in Glasgow has become my favourite new coffee spot. I'm Italian, so trust me on this one! You can taste Colombia at every sip...

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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Caterina

Carpenzano

Jan 26, 2025
The-Gate

The Gate – Glasgow whisky pub

"The Gate" in Glasgow is a hidden cocktails gem and the perfect spot for all whisky enthusiasts. They also do cocktail deliveries - a lifesaver!

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Bars

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Caterina

Carpenzano

Jan 26, 2025
Five-March

Five March – The perfect spot for sharing food

"Five March" in Glasgow is my favourite brunch spot - they have such an amazing food menu and their cocktails are super delicious!

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Bars
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Restaurants

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Caterina

Carpenzano

Jan 21, 2025
Street-Art

Street Art – Graffiti ceramics

This ceramic street art piece made me want to keep my eyes peeled to notice every hidden work I could find in Glasgow!

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Art & culture
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Relaxing

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Caterina

Carpenzano

Jan 18, 2025
East-End-View

East End View – My favourite sunset spot

This view over the East End in Glasgow is amazing on a clear day. The pictures really don't do it justice...

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Relaxing

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Caterina

Carpenzano

Jan 18, 2025
Queens-Park

Queen's Park – Viewpoint

"Queen's Park" in Glasgow is a must-visit, especially on a clear day! If you're visiting in winter, don't forget to bring your sledge/skis/snowboard!

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Relaxing

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Caterina

Carpenzano

Jan 16, 2025
Econic

Econic – Planet friendly treats and gifts

Econic in Glasgow’s East End is a hidden gem for eco-friendly gifts, local farm eggs, and unique treats. Enjoy fresh finds, a chat, or a sunny outdoor coffee!

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Coffee & tea
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Shopping
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Snacks

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Caterina

Carpenzano

Jan 15, 2025

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