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Gourmet markets, storehouses of flavour. #GastroSpain

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We present a new generation of markets. These are places packed with flavour where in addition to buying fresh produce you'll be able to try a variety of delicious dishes. There are many in Spain, and most of them serve as showcases for gourmet Spanish cuisine. These are some of the best known. Why not come and sample them yourself?

  • San Miguel market. Madrid

    San Miguel, in Madrid

    This market with over 100 years of history is located beside the Plaza Mayor square in the very heart of the city, and is a mandatory stop for anyone who wants to savour Spain's gourmet products, along with exquisite foods from all over the world.

  • San Antón market. Madrid

    San Antón, also in Madrid

    Three different environments all packed with flavour. In one part you can do your shopping in a traditional market selling top-quality products, another is dedicated to show cooking, and the third features a restaurant and terrace. And all in the well-known LGBTQI+ neighbourhood of Chueca.

  • “Maniobras Reciclantes” stall. San Fernando Market. Madrid

    Still more in Madrid

    There are many different options to choose from. For example, on Calle Fuencarral you can pop into the San Ildefonso market, based on the street market concept. You can also find a more alternative plan in the Lavapiés neighborhood with the San Fernando market: popular bars, shops with curious objects and a bustling atmosphere.

  • La Boquería Market. Market stalls in Barcelona.

    La Boqueria, the symbol of Barcelona

    This is one of the landmark markets in the city and we recommend strolling along its aisles to take in all the colours and aromas to be found on its stalls. You'll also be able to taste the fare, sample fresh produce and take part in regular cooking courses featuring famous chefs.

  • Santa Caterina market. Barcelona

    Santa Caterina market, Barcelona

    The most eye-catching feature of Santa Caterina market is its undulating multicoloured ceramic roof. Inside you can buy fresh local produce and sample a range of tapas.

  • Victoria market, in Cordoba.

    Victoria market, in Cordoba

    The cuisine of Cordoba, typical Andalusian and Spanish dishes and the best international cuisine on offer in over 20 stalls set out in the middle of the La Victoria gardens, very near the historic centre with its UNESCO World Heritage designation.

  • Lonja del Barranco market. Seville

    Lonja del Barranco market, in Seville

    Imagine eating splendidly while you gaze out over the Triana neighbourhood in Seville, or the banks of the Guadalquivir river. That's what you can do here, as well as taking part in cooking courses, gastronomic visits and exhibitions, among other activities. The building will remind you of the work of Eiffel, who is thought to have initiated the design.

  • Central Market in Valencia

    Central Market in Valencia

    It's synonymous with tradition, flavour and aromas to tempt your senses. A good place to find typical products from Valencia to take home, and –of course– to savour them at any of its stalls or bars. And what's more, the market is housed in a lovely modernist building.

  • Colón Market. Valencia

    Colón Market, in Valencia.

    A modernist building from 1916 located near the Town Hall, offering a gastronomic selection with flavours for every taste. For example, the typical horchata drink from Valencia and elaborate, cutting-edge, modern cuisine dishes made with products of the region.

  •  El Puerto market. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

    El Puerto market in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

    It is located in one of the most popular tourist areas in the city, near Las Canteras beach. You can sample typical Canarian dishes, recipes from other regions in Spain, and a wide selection of international gastronomy. And all in an open-air setting with a fantastic atmosphere.

  • La Merced Market. Malaga

    La Merced Market, in Malaga

    Near to the Picasso Museum, the market combines traditional stalls with more than 20 gastronomical spaces. Together, they constitute a culinary offer that includes the most popular flavours of Malaga and a varied selection of international cuisine. It also hosts exhibitions, talks, tasting sessions, workshops, etc.

These are just some of the many gourmet market options that you will find in Spain. There are many more where you can enjoy creative cooking, like the fish market in Mahón (Menorca), La Ribera market in Bilbao (Basque Country) and Mercado del Este market in Santander (Cantabria).You can tell us about your experience on social networks with the hashtag#gastroSpain