(Carrer de la Reina Cristina, 7 in Barcelona, Spain)

Can Paixano is a small restaurant-cum-wine bar located in the midst of the busy Reina Christina area.... Despite its noisy and smoky atmosphere, this place attracts a huge crowd from all over the city. People queue up mainly to get a taste of the lovely rose cava (Spanish white wine). Bocadillos and sausages are available at very low prices. It's like getting into a brawl to get your order across, but then it's definitely worth every bit! Opening hours: Monday-Saturday 9am-10:30pm, Closed for 3 weeks between Aug-Sep 2007 [moreless]

(Alter Markt 20-22 in Köln, Germany)

1215 - this brewery was really built 785 years ago, and is mentioned in the old city records. The Ga...ffel-Haus is one of the oldest buildings at Alter Markt, which is also home to a number of other good pubs. Gaffel is one of the most commonly served brands of Kölsch. You can order food to go with your beer, from salads to hearty meat dishes. In summer it's nicest to sit at the tables outside, but inside there are plenty of little corners, as well as plenty of space for large groups. Take a look at their homepage, which features facts about the building and the brewery and an online shop. [moreless]

(Plaza Pau Vila, 3 - 4th floor, Attic in Barcelona, Spain)

La Miranda del Museo is perched in the Catalan History Museum building. Walk right up to sit on the ...terrace and look at the most splendid views of the Montjuic and Tibidabo. The cuisine served up is mostly Mediterranean with seafood as its specialty. Try the wines and other drinks to go along with your delectable dishes. The ambience is refined and classy and the service is efficient. The place is perfect for presentations, official parties as well as informal celebrations. So what are you waiting for? Opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-7pm, Friday-Saturday 9am-11pm, Sunday 10am-2:30pm [moreless]

(C/ Sant Antoni Abat, 52. in Barcelona, Spain)

Specializing in organic and vegetarian cuisine, Sesamo offers a modern and cozy dining experience. A... lunchtime set menu is available and includes three courses, bread and a drink. Menus change daily but often include delicious salad variations and pasta and rice dishes. For dinnertime, start off with a snack of Italian antipasto or marinated olives and choose from main courses like the Handmade Pasta of the Day, Pumpkin and Sage Risotto, or Cauliflower Souffle. There is also an extensive list of wines, liqueurs, and coffee drinks to complement your hearty meal. Opening hours: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday 1pm-5pm & 8pm-1am, Sunday 8pm-1am Sample Dinner menu: soup of the day (v) 5,00 Olives (kalamata and verdial) marinated in lemon and herbs (v) 3,50 Tupí cheese with crostini, pears and extra-virgin hazelnut oil 5,00 Escalivada (baked aubergine, two peppers and onion salad) with romesco (v) 6,00 Green salad with cherry tomatoes and a special dressing (v) 5,50 Italian antipasto (dried tomatos, artichokes, peppers, aubergines and marinated mushrooms) on a bed of rocket (v) 8,00 Salad of red grapes, sheep brie and fried pita bread with a grape vinaigrette 7,50 Carpaccio of pears, rocket and buffalo milk parmesan with a thyme oil and caramelized almonds (vo) 7,00 Triangles of tempeh with chinese cabbage, carrots, peanuts and a spicy sauce of carrots and lime (v) 7,00 The mains: Handmade pasta of the day Risotto of the season (vo) Turlu-turlu (roasted vegetables with a slow cooked tomato and chickpea sauce on golden triangles of polenta) (v) 12,00 Crêpe of buckwheat filled of ricotta, leaks, courgettes and asparagus with a bouquet of green leaves and crème fraîche 13,00 Main of the day cover 1,00 prices include VAT (v) vegan At sesamo we prepare our food with fresh products: the majority of which are organic, according to market availibility. Our milk, yoghurt and eggs all come from organic farms. Dishes marked (v) are vegan (no dairy or eggs), and dishes marked (vo) have a vegan option. Enjoy! [moreless]