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My husband and I are staying in BCN for 2 months halfway between Boqueria and Santa Catarina markets - we're having a great time shopping and cooking but after 3 weeks we have decided we need to dive deeper into the markets and ingredients but lack the language facility to do so. Any recommended guides? Or any egullet/foodie BCN residents who could help (for a generous lunch??!!) Thanks

Great trip report! I'm just planning a trip to Bangkok now and the Arun Suite is available at the Arun Residence - I think I want to stay there but was wondering about your comment regarding the safety of the area. Some people have told me it's fine - what are your thoughts after staying there? The other place I'm considering is on the other side of the river - the Ibrik by the River which isn't quite an convenient a location. We'd really like to be right on the river in a small hotel - but it's our first time to Bangkok so we're not sure and would appreciate any comments you have Thanks!