Cities are shaped by the footsteps of those who walk through them and by the spaces that leave an indelible mark on our memory. Under this premise of exploring the urban environment through personal experiences, the Catalan capital has earned a prominent spot in the recent personal map shared by one of today’s most renowned musical figures.
Dua Lipa, in collaboration with her platform Service95 and the Google Maps app, has published twelve interactive lists featuring more than a hundred of her favorite places around the globe. Among a selection that spans metropolises like Tokyo, London, and New York, as well as a tour of her hometown of Pristina, the artist has included three Barcelona establishments in her global recommendations.
These are the spots she has selected:
Memorable evenings at Gresca
Within the collection dubbed “Date Nights to Remember,” the artist includes the Barcelona venue Gresca. This specific list brings together foolproof spots she has personally tested where, as described in the initiative, the venue’s atmosphere alone does all the work to guarantee a memorable evening.
Bar Brutal and the selection of natural wines
Bar Brutal stands out as one of the highlights on the “Natural Wine Bars” route. This is a highly exclusive compilation featuring just five favorites located in five different cities. According to the map data, this establishment is one of those stops Dua Lipa always returns to.
A great spot to unwind
For those moments that call for a less formal atmosphere, the artist has included Cañete in her global list of “Relaxed Dinners and Snacks.” This part of the city is one of her trusted international havens for enjoying a quiet dinner or grabbing a bite to eat after traveling around the world.
Beyond her forays into Barcelona, the digital project allows users to download and save all twelve complete lists for free within the app. The overall selection features over a hundred points of interest that showcase how Dua Lipa explores the world, ranging from independent bookstores that invite you to linger and record shops discovered during her tours, to art centers in Mexico City and the best nightspots for dancing.