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La Boqueria food market

  • Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Last updated: 10 November, 2024

This effervescent food market manages to pack almost a thousand stalls into its walls.

It’s famed for its fresh produce: the seafood is just off the city’s fishing boats that morning and the fruit and vegetables are locally grown and seasonal, plus there’s the usual selection of Iberian hams, olives and other Mediterranean treats.

Though busy with tourists, it’s a real local institution – the buzz is especially vibrant early in the morning and at lunchtime, when locals gather at the counters to eat tapas and street food, available to take away or eat at the counter, perched on (limited) stools.

The stalls in front take advantage of the passing tourist trade from Las Rambla: head into the interior to take in the truly mind-boggling array of goods (and lower prices).

Logistics

Price: Free
Minimum age: 0
Age suitable: 18+
When: All year around

When to do it

Open all year round, seven days a week. Get there early if you want to sit at a counter for lunch – around 11am.

Who to go with: organised tours

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This cooking class and market tour are our most popular offering. Together, the tour and the class take approximately four hours. The tour starts with accompanying our chefs to the world famous La Boqueria market, located nearby. During this 'behind the scenes' guided tour, you will meet many vendors, some of whom have been there for generations. You will learn about locally grown products and participate in the selection of ingredients that will be used later in the cooking class. Upon returning to our kitchen, you will begin preparing the four course menu. All our classes are designed for every skill level and are taught by professionally trained bilingual chefs. The classes provide a fun, social, hands-on experience, where you will be participating in the preparation of the various dishes under the thoughtful guidance of our chef instructors. Unlimited wines are included. All our menus can be adapted to accommodate any food restriction you may have, vegan included.

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The experience begins with a tour of the nearby La Boquería market. With a rainbow of top-quality produce and diverse blend of aromas, it’s hardly surprising that it is saturated by tourists, making it all the more useful to have a local guide you through the hustle and bustle. The guide will explain to you about traditional foods and the most popular Catalans products as well. After that we come back to our gastronomic space in order to go ahead to make the cooking workshop. All carefully prepared to perfection, the sampling menu consists of a spectacular array of ten “Tapas”, originating from various cities within Spain. The chef will explain the history of Spanish cuisine through these “Tapas”. After that we will be ready to start the cooking class. As a menu we will cook Seafood Paella, Spanish Omelet and Crema Catalana for dessert. Enjoy excellent regional wines. Includes drinks throughout the activity, in the Tapas, in the cooking class and in the Menu.

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Taste the best of Catalonia’s culture and gourmet cuisine on this half-day, small-group, walking tour of Barcelona. On this tour, you will explore some of the city’s most famous tapas bars around the Gothic and El Born neighborhoods and you will stroll through La Boqueria food market all with an expert food guide, who will teach you to order like a local. This tour includes lunch.

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Indulge in the true flavors of Barcelona on this 4-hour food market and tapas-tasting tour. Explore two of the city’s most iconic food markets, La Boqueria and Santa Caterina, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as you discover fresh local produce, artisanal treats, and authentic Spanish ingredients. Stroll through colorful stalls overflowing with seasonal delights to freshly cured meats and exquisite cheeses. Along the way, your expert guide will share fascinating insights into Barcelona's rich culinary heritage. Once you've worked up an appetite, sit down and enjoy a selection of tapas paired with a refreshing glass of wine at a couple of charming local eateries. This tour is a must-do for food lovers and anyone eager to experience the authentic tastes of Barcelona.

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