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Luxury hotel to open in Picasso’s first studio

ByLife in Luxury January 2, 2015May 25, 2015

Who? The Serras What? Barcelona is welcoming a new boutique hotel this month in the shape of The Serras. The new hotel will be housed in the building that was once home to Picasso’s first studio. Originally designed by Francesc Daniel Molina, the revamped space will feature interiors by Eva Martinez and informal dining from Michelin-starred chef Marc Gascons. Rooms from €250. When? Open from January 2015 Where? Passeig de Colom, 9 08002 Barcelona, Spain How? For more information, see www.hoteltheserrasbarcelona.com Ten photos from The Serras

Gift pick: The ultimate food and whisky tasting with The Macallan and El Celler de Can Roca

ByLife in Luxury December 16, 2014December 2, 2014

Who? The Macallan and El Celler de Can Roca What? The Macallan Whisky and El Celler de Can Roca are teaming up for perhaps the ultimate in food and whisky pairing at the restaurant for charity:water. And you could be there too. The experience features a 14-course tasting menu at El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, Spain, as well as tasting and auction of The Macallan single malts. A gift for the serious connoisseur. Price at €8500 (approximately £6725). When? 22nd March 2015 Where? Available online from Truly Experiences How? Reserve now at Truly Experiences Fly via British Airways

Culture | Travel

Celebrate 50 years of Museu Picasso

ByLife in Luxury June 10, 2013July 5, 2014

Who? Museu Picasso What? Head to Barcelona for the special Picasso exhibition at Museu Picasso. The museum celebrates its 50 years in Barcelona with even more Picasso artwork and activities relating to the artist. There will also be drawing workshops to help you explore your inner artist. Ticket prices vary. When? Now until 1st September Where? Museu Picasso of Barcelona, Montcada 15-23, 08003 Barcelona, Spain How? Visit www.bcn.cat/museupicasso for more information Fly via KLM

Food

Barcelona’s La Boqueria is coming to London

ByLife in Luxury April 16, 2013March 29, 2014

Who? Campo Viejo What? Spanish wine brand Campo Viejo will be bringing Barcelona’s iconic food market La Boqueria to London through its “Streets of Spain” festival. There will be stallholders from La Boqueria as well as wine masterclasses and a pop up restaurant each night led by Michelin-starred Spanish chef, Angel Pascual. When? 3rd – 6th May Where? Southbank, near Royal Festival Hall and Queen Elizabeth Hall, London How? Visit www.streetsofspain.com for more information