I was very purposeful when I searched for a place to live. I wanted to be in the center of all the action that the city has to offer – and I have exactly that. This fantastic market is about two blocks from my place.
The Boqueria Market, as it is known today, has been through many phases of life. On the following words I'll try to give a faithful description of that rich history as we understand it. Where this market comes from is uncertain, what we are sure of is that it was born as a travelling market, placed in the Ramblas of Barcelona. La Rambla acquired growing importance as a pedestrian lane, and the market was set in the best place to attract the large numbers of passers-by and local inhabitants.
The commercial supply is in abundance and varies greatly: fresh fish and sea food; salty fish; tinned food; butchery and offal; birds; game and eggs; fruits and vegetables; herbs; delicatessen; breads and pastries; restaurants; frozen items; artisan products; charcuterie; farmers' shops; wine; and even a Greek and an Italian handmade pasta stall have joined the consortium/maelstrom that keeps La Boqueria alive.
Coinciding with the dawn of the 21st century, the market has been reborn in commercial terms, and is now an international name of reference. This is shown by the great number of prizes it has won, which include the prize for the best market in the world, awarded by the World Markets Congress held in 2005 in Washington DC.
Let's go shopping
White veal tripe
Some nose
Head of lamb
I know I will be here frequently to purchase fresh produce. I have no idea of how many stalls there are, but I didn’t get to all of them. I promise not to take any more pictures at this place
Guess who placed an online order at Carrefour? They are a large supermarket. Of course, it is in Spanish and not all products (LIKE COFFEE MAKERS) are available on the delivery program. I was able to order frozen items and fresh produce; delivery is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon.
I guess you know where I will be going tomorrow. . . drip, drip, drip