Внутренний дворик во Дворце Короля в Барселоне

Spain and the love of oranges

The history of ornamental orange trees in Spain, introduced by Arabs. Covers the challenges of bitter fruit, its use in marmalade and liquors, and an innovative project in Seville generating electricity from the orange juice.

Каса Марти, ресторан “4 Кота” в Барселоне.

Pablo Picasso and the Four Cats.

This entry details the history of Barcelona’s iconic 4 Gats (Four Cats) restaurant, a cornerstone of Catalan Modernism and artistic bohemia. It highlights its architectural significance, its role as a creative hub for artists like Pablo Picasso, who had his first exhibition there, and its enduring connection to the nearby Picasso Museum.