Zaragoza is modern
The hipster universe , that giant that little by little is engulfing all the cities of our country, but that no hipster recognizes as such. The truth is that anyone would become a modern, and tasteful, exploring these places that the capital tomorrow hides.
Defined as "21st century neoliberalism" by the sociologist Mark Greif, the hipster becomes (who would have thought Ginsberg or Keouac in the 40s) in a current of nihilism, individualism, consumerism and a naive touch, almost careless. Currently, it is a bit difficult for us define this concept, so diluted in fashions and trends. Because it's even a hipster not to be a hipster. And that is the fate of our days.
But let's get to the point: Zaragoza is a city of neighbors on the street, of life and movement and new sites that take over a city full of culture, street art and alternative music.
Las Armas market on Sunday mornings
THE MODERN ROUTE OF THE MAÑO
Every vintage lover has a date with the square of ** Weapons ** ; a cultural center that boasts, in addition to activities, its flea market -La Placica Vintage- and live music on Sundays (accompanied with a beer, of course) .
Walking through the streets of Saragossa you will breathe something different. What is? Look at its walls, and at the large amount of graffiti and urban art that we find at every step. Assault It has left more than a mark in its corners and every year it conquers a little more of the morning capital. East street art festival allows you to see authentic works in neighborhoods like Weapons either Valdefierro.
And in this neighbourhood, you have to stop at this place... Curiosity knocks on the door of the workshop ** LasArmas300 **, an artistic project in which Steve Gibson makes life-size and pencil portraits of the neighborhood residents.
THE SNACK
** La Clandestina ,** cafeteria and specialist in the art of brunch , right next to the Roman amphitheatre, offers a retro space of brick walls and filmless lightbulbs. Important: you have one of the winning covers of the contest of Original Tapas 2017: "the shushi maño".
The best recommendation for Thursdays is, of course, **el Juepincho** a tapas route through the areas of Heroism Y Magdalene. And if things get lively, that's what they're for jane birkin Y django-handle moving the ' aferpincho'.
The quintessential brewery is ** Hoppy ,** an ideal place to enjoy various craft beers.
** KoalaLumpur ,** this is a 'must' for all university students (it is very close to the University City). But it is an essential stop along the way, no matter how old you are, because of its tortilla skewer and carrot cake.
Lady Hippolyta is located in the center and, in addition to being a place dog-friendly has delicious cakes, like the one with Guinness beer.
MARKET
Nothing like entering a market and starting to peck between different stalls (what if a sausage here, what if an omelette there, what if a sushi there...) is another way of eating and, without a doubt, enjoying gastronomy and time with friends. To do this, go to cinegia gate, whose interior will give you a selection of the best gastronomic establishments in Zaragoza.
In addition, a similar gastronomic space will soon open its doors in the ** Grancasa Shopping Center. Stay tuned.**
COFFEE AND WHATEVER
With this philosophy that, more than ever, it is important that the spaces transmit, beyond serving good products at the bar, we are fully with ** La Bendita , something chic, something rococo and great to start the day.**
Another classic for a relaxed coffee and a good chat is the ** Botánico ** and its already famous pink lemonades and homemade cakes.
And if we talk about cakes, the hot spot is my favorite room , a pastry creation space and other home-made products such as jams and lemonade . Also ideal for celebrating private parties.
To finish off the coffee space, we cannot leave out the ** La Ciclería Social Club, ** to arrive with your fixie, order a coffee and enjoy the city's bike space.
The Blessed of Zaragoza
TO EAT AND ENJOY IT
Hipster above all things, essential in this glossary of addresses: ** Ric 27 **, a gastropub with marked urban air. only now Due to the decoration, a visit is a must.
Near the Plaza del Pilar it's found Meli Melo What does it offer? tapas made with author's seal in a modern tavern with vintage touches.
Goya Square It is a multifood space, which mix grandmother's recipes, Japanese food, the 'must' of the sea, and a long etcetera to be able to have a different and complete experience in each visit and without getting tired.
Takk Burguer Bar , for lovers of burgers. .. with a touch of colour. Don't be scared by the bright colors of the bread: the secret is inside.
If you are more into croquettes... an entire universe will open up to you in Croquette. Yes, you heard right: the kingdom of the croquette is in Zaragoza.
Atypical , one of the more contemporary restaurants , brings tropical airs to the upper area of Zaragoza. A menu full of risks but that ends up getting it right. New gastronomic proposals that respect a creative and author cuisine.
Baobab it is Zaragoza's vegetarian par excellence, and we do not know anyone (vegetarian or carnivore) who has regretted having lunch or dinner here one day. A different menu with succulent mixes that give the consumer a completely disruptive.
They also highlight Nolasco Coffee ( the white chocolate coulant will make you cry), **Vittoria 25 and** Ginger Fizz Bar, of cocktails and sushi and, to top it off, the coco , a really suggestive and welcoming setting, and its potato omelette, with the guarantee of having won several contests at the hand of its author.
My favorite room: ideal for private events
FOR THE POWER OF VINTAGE!
The 'shopping tour' to find the best second-hand, retro and vintage clothing is summed up in a tour of Blue Velvet, vintage garden, flamingo, Kashmiri Vintage , ** The Coolhunter and ** Bahnhof
BARBERSHOPS AND HAIRDRESSERS
And of those castaway beards the following are already in charge vintage hairdressers and barbershops . Although don't be fooled, what they have are professionals like fists, who not only do wonders with the beard, of course.
Highlights ** Le Coiffeur ,** The gentle cut barber shop Y Oliver and Goretti , the latter with antique metal dryers framed on the wall as decoration.
Blue Velvet Vintage
THE ULTIMATE MODERN EXPERIENCE
Let's launch: the definitive plan for a modern night and tomorrow, start on a terrace, in Le Pastis , on the River bank, and that will embrace you with the colorful decoration and its casual atmosphere . We follow the path of pleasure with a drink. Where? Umalas, Live life Y Coconut they are placed in the final top for a toast.
And the end, the culmination, the icing on the cake. Night parties and a good alternative music playlist. Four words: Face Down Ass Up , the final session. In addition, you can investigate in bars and halls until well into the morning as Bacharach who has triumphed in the city with his proposals.
But we can't forget about the concert hall either. the electric poet , The Pink Elm either The Can of Light Bulbs.
And here we are going to allow ourselves a parenthesis: this may not be the most modern or hipster, but if a hipster had to exist 100 years ago, in the fields of Aragon, I guess his restaurant would have been The bellows: undoubtedly the best Aragonese gastronomy in Zaragoza.
And one last thought... will it be Zaragoza the new Raval in Barcelona or the Malasaña in Madrid?
The entrance to a world of moderns. Ok, we exaggerate but...
*This article was initially published on 01.25.208 and later updated with a video