Hola València - II
Photo © Anne-Marie Minhall
'The Cathedral of the Senses.'
The joy of a market.
Or three.
In València.
The most famous is the spectacular Mercado Central, a landmark since 1839 & known as 'The Cathedral of the Senses'.
So then, a deep breath for a selection of what's on offer here ..
Photo © Anne-Marie Minhall
Photo © Anne-Marie Minhall
Photo © Anne-Marie Minhall
Photo © Anne-Marie Minhall
Poultry
Snails
Meat
Fish (Fresh & Salted)
Shellfish including Oysters & Sea Urchins
Eggs
Remains .. (?) Offal presumably
Cooked Meats
Cheeses
Herbs
Spices
Fruit
Vegetables
Rice & Grains
Dried Fruits & Nuts
Bakery
Pickles
Wines & Beers
https://www.mercadocentralvalencia.es
Catch your breath again because you can also eat & drink here ..
The building, the setting, the stands, all stunning, all fascinating. I visited here twice & on both occasions I could've spent more time wandering along the seemingly endless aisles.
València boasts other excellent markets including ..
https://mercadocolon.es
Another extraordinary building, an art nouveau affair this time. Within its walls, restaurants, bars, delis (one selling boquerones, smoked sardines & 150 cheeses.) & there are flower stalls.
Then there's here .. the second largest market here. It has more of a neighbourhood feel to it than a touristy one ..
https://www.comunitatvalenciana.com/es/valencia/valencia/donde-ir-de-compras/mercadillo-de-ruzafa
All of the senses were engaged once through the doors of these trio of palaces of gastronomic wonders.
They all provided a wonderful glimpse of a complete love of fresh food in València.
Un amor total por la comida fresca en València.
Cathedrals of the senses indeed.
AMM
