Category: travel

June 9, 2016

Barcelona Guide: NAP (Neapolitan Authentic Pizza) Review

Location: Carrer de Gombau, 30, Barcelona
Bold statement alert! Today I am introducing you to the restaurant which serves the best pizza I have ever had.

Neapolitan Authentic Pizza, affectionately known as NAP, is situated in the El Born and Barceloneta districts of Barcelona and although NAP is not the most photogenic of restaurants, that certainly could not be a reason not to share this gem with you. Being residents of El Born, Lewis and I always frequent the NAP in this area and all our visitors that we have brought to this super cheap and tasty pizzeria have equally sung its praises (hell, someone even ordered a second pizza!). 

There is always a queue outside NAP but don’t let that put you off. Pop your name down, grab a goblet of wine and chill in the little square outside until they have a table for you. NAP brings out pizzas as fast as I can drink a glass of wine (very fast) so you should not be waiting long.
Now let’s talk pizzas. I always get a Margarita with extra ricotta and a glass of the house red all for a bargainous 10 euros. Call me unadventurous for not having ever tried anything else but when you have got your combination down, why change it? The pizzas arrive within just a few minutes of ordering, steaming hot and straight from the wood fire oven. One of my favourite things about NAP pizzas is the dough. It is stretchy, soft and always perfectly cooked.

I would highly recommend NAP if you are looking for a great pizzeria in Barcelona. However, I would like to put a little disclaimer here. Due to its sheer popularity (thanks to its cheap prices and delicious pizza), NAP does have a quite chaotic atmosphere. The kitchen dishes out pizzas as fast as possible therefore it has that in-and-out kind of vibe so that they can get as many people through the door. If you are looking for a relaxed meal, don’t go to NAP. But if you can handle noise, bustle and perhaps being a bit squished in, then you are going to have a great evening.

May 29, 2016

Youtube: Monthly Vlog – May in Barcelona


Hello huns! I apologise that I have been a bit absent this week – I have been feeling a bit demotivated and overwhelmed by life right now but I’m getting back into the swing of things! 

During May I documented what I got up to in Barcelona – some mundane things, some exploring the city and some general chatting to the camera. I would love to know what you think – is the video too long? If so, then would you prefer fortnightly vlogs? Would you like to see less chatting and more stuff out in the city? Or perhaps you love it how it is! I’m new to this life vlogging so I’m open to your comments!

Happy Sunday and Happy Bank Holiday Weekend to you UK readers! 

Izzie x

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May 18, 2016

10 Reasons to Move to Canada Right Now

10 reasons to move to Canada

Welcome to the second instalment of my lists that I hope will help me organise my thoughts and decide where to move to next. Back in March 2015, Lewis and I applied for working holiday visas for Canada but were put about 2,000th on the waiting list, so after not hearing anything by September last year, we decided to move here to Barcelona. You’ll never guess what. Two weeks after we arrived in Barcelona we got to the top of the waiting list and so we proceeded to sort out our paperwork for the visa. At the time we were extremely hyped but that has since died down seeing as we stayed in Barcelona. If we go to Canada, it would most likely be to Montreal so with that in mind, I give you my ten reasons to move to Canada right now.


1. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity.
2. I could have a stopover in Iceland on the way to Montreal, ticking off number one on my TRAVEL BUCKETLIST 2016.
3. I could casually take weekend trips the US of A – I’m imagining regular weekends down to NYC and Boston…
4. I could experience living in a completely different climate – come winter, bring on wool lined Dr Martens and the sassiest of faux fur coats.
5. I could speak French again on a daily basis – although hoping to not pick up a quebecois accent (no offence guys!).
6. I could experience a different culture – a mix of North American and Europe cultures sounds pretty special!
7. I could (hopefully) get a decent job because I speak the languages.
8. Rumour has it that Canadians are some of the friendliest people on Earth. 
9. Canada actually welcomes immigrants rather than finding any possible way to close its borders.
10. England, Europe and America seem on a path to being pretty fucked so why not try a country that has an outstanding reputation for quality of life?

Izzie x

May 15, 2016

YouTube: Bristol Vlog


Hello and Happy Sunday!

Today’s vlog has been a long time coming. Back in February I went back to my hometown of Bristol for about a week and I documented what I did! However, fashion weeks and other travelling seemed to take precedence but now it’s Bristol’s turn and I am super excited to spread the Bristol love with you all.

This was actually the first vlog I shot when I first got my Olympus Pen camera and it was also my first go at travel/life vlogging! I hope you enjoy it and that it inspires you to visit the beautiful city of Bristol!

Izzie x

May 11, 2016

10 Things I Miss About Living In Paris

Parisian rooftops - 10 things I miss about living in Paris

I am currently going through a crisis of where I want to live. You will be aware of this if you read my recent post entitled THE IMPORTANCE OF FRIENDSHIP, FAMILY AND FINDING YOUR HOME (a mouthful, I know). So I have decided to start writing some lists to help me organise my thoughts and here is the first one – 10 Things I Miss About Living in Paris.

1. Walking through streets so picturesque. 
2. Speaking the most beautiful language in the world, French.
3. Drinking wine and smoking a cigarette on a heated terrace while people watching.
4. Having friends that you were destined to be friends with, who just get you.
5. Eating the best baguettes, croissants, pains au chocolat, macarons etc that money can buy.
6. Having apéro* on the banks of the Seine or Canal Saint Martin on a warm spring evening.

7. Being able to update my wardrobe without breaking the bank thanks to the amazing VINTAGE SHOPPING.
8. Being forever inspired by Parisian street style.
9. Playing board games and eating cheese on a Friday night in a geeky bar.
10. The fact that it is Paris and it has my heart.

*AKA drinks and snacks 😉

Izzie x

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