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Ever wondered what the Caterpillar from the animated film “Alice in Wonderland” smokes? Although the first thing that might cross your mind is a bong, it’s not entirely accurate. In the novel, Lewis Carroll specifically identified the creature as the “Hookah-Smoking Caterpillar”. But what exactly is a hookah and where did it come from?

Leif Harum, who identifies himself as “The Runaway Guide” in his blog, shares what he found out about the history of hookah smoking:
Continue reading “The Middle Eastern Hookah Finds its Way to a Barcelona Shisha Bar”

So you’ve finished your tour of the activity-packed sprawl of Barcelona. After soaking in the sights and sounds for almost an entire day, however, you find yourself a bit tired and ready to relax. A consensus was reached among your group, and you all decided to wind down at a popular shisha bar in Barcelona like Ziryab.

It’s not bad to Instagram and Tweet everything you’ve experienced while enjoying a nice, traditional hookah in Barcelona with your friends. Still, you’re missing the big point of what the gathering is all about—actual personal conversation, and not having your friends look at you for hours while you indulge yourself on your smartphone. Continue reading “Enjoy Barcelona Hookah Sessions with Friends—Minus Your Smartphone”

How do you make the most of your trip to Barcelona? With his dedication in exploring and featuring Spain in his writings, travel expert Damian Corrigan shares some must-visit places in the Catalan capital in an article for About.com: Continue reading “Barcelona Shisha Bar: A Perfect Place to Unwind in the Catalan Capital”

Spain’s heritage remains influential in many of its former colonies, as well as in other European countries. Its history has also crossed paths with other influential civilizations, like Middle Eastern. Similarly, Arabian influence is evident in Spain, especially when it comes to cuisine. The spanish-food.org staff further delves into this matter.
Continue reading “Barcelona Hookah Bar: Experience the Great Merging of Arab and Spanish”