{"id":2709,"date":"2020-12-16T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-12-16T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jeanleon.com\/2020\/12\/16\/coffee-and-books-a-perfect-pairing\/"},"modified":"2023-09-08T10:29:40","modified_gmt":"2023-09-08T10:29:40","slug":"coffee-and-books-a-perfect-pairing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jeanleon.com\/en\/coffee-and-books-a-perfect-pairing\/","title":{"rendered":"Coffee and books, a perfect pairing"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you noticed how more and more people are reading books in caf\u00e9s? This is a growing trend \u2013 and one that shouldn\u2019t come as a surprise. Coffee (or tea) and books go together perfectly. We combine the two at home all the time: a quiet moment, a cup of tea, a good book. Well, now caf\u00e9-bookshops are on the rise, and we&#8217;ve picked out the top five in Barcelona. Curious to know more? Here we go.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-48188\" src=\"https:\/\/jeanleon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/10255834_778725342139824_3784539980897326776_o.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Foto: Facebook La Central<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Caf\u00e9 at La Central<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located on Carrer Mallorca 237, the walls of this 500-m2-space are home to over 85,000 volumes with a focus on philosophy, history, social sciences, anthropology, classical studies, art, and contemporary thought. A caf\u00e9 for people who love the humanities and good coffee.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-48170\" src=\"https:\/\/jeanleon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/102362839_3100304133382684_4793622873195413504_o-850x478.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Foto: Facebook No llegiu<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nollegiu<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Nollegiu bookshop on Carrer Pons i Subir\u00e1 3 in the heart of Poblenou is a gathering spot for literature lovers. It organizes literature-inspired events, lectures, and talks. It\u2019s success is unsurprising. Poblenou is one of the most culturally active neighborhoods in the city.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-48179\" src=\"https:\/\/jeanleon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Captura-de-Pantalla-2020-12-16-a-les-16.03.34-850x476.png\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Foto: Le Standard<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Le Standard<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Otherwise known as the living room of Gr\u00e0cia, this spot with retro flair brings together all kinds of literature, artistic and cultural expression, and coffee&#8230;along with all sorts of other beverages. It&#8217;s worth a visit \u2013 and sure to make an impression. Le Standard is located on Carrer Topazi 24.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Librer\u00eda Calders<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cA bookshop specialized in books\u201d reads the store\u2019s Twitter bio. A statement of intention if there ever was one. Located on Passatge Pere Calders 9 in the Sant Antoni neighborhood, the store specializes in Catalan literature. A bar, a piano, and a stage add to the delight of anyone who decides to spend an afternoon here.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Horiginal<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ll close our selection with a most original spot, as the name suggests. The bookstore is located in the Raval (Ferlandina 29) and is the place of choice for people who like to read \u2013 obviously \u2013 but also seek out poetry recitals and book presentations.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you noticed how more and more people are reading books in caf\u00e9s? This is a growing trend \u2013 and one that shouldn\u2019t come as a surprise. Coffee (or tea) and books go together perfectly. We combine the two at home all the time: a quiet moment, a cup of tea, a good book. 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