From where to buy all the ingredients for fideu\u00e1<\/em>, to where to try some fresh, local produce, here\u2019s everything you need to know about the best local shops in Barcelona.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of our favorite things to do when traveling to a new city is wandering the aisles of supermarkets. We always find ourselves trying to pronounce the names of fruits in a different language, peeking at what the locals are buying and even trying to order some of the same products ourselves.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From an outsider\u2019s perspective, it can seem overwhelming to grocery shop in Barcelona. It feels like you have never-ending options. For starters, you\u2019ll find massive supermarkets with everything you need, from seafood to toiletries. But there is still a strong tradition for buying each item in its respective shop. Many locals still buy produce in the fruter\u00edas<\/em>, meat in the carnicer\u00edas, <\/em>seafood and fish in the pescader\u00edas<\/em>, and so on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So where does one begin? Luckily, we\u2019ve compiled everything you need to know about grocery stores in Barcelona in this handy guide!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Supermarkets in Barcelona<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If what you\u2019re looking for is a big shop with a wide range of products, a supermarket might be your first stop. Here are a few of our favorites that you\u2019ll find in Barcelona.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mercadona<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hands-down everyone\u2019s favorite grocery store, Mercadona<\/a> is always a good bet. You\u2019ll find many locations around Barcelona<\/a>, all with great products at a great value. Even their house brand, Hacendado, is excellent\u2014one of their cheeses was among the best in the world!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bon Preu<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bon Preu<\/a> has a slightly higher price tag than Mercadona and a smaller selection as well, but the quality is fantastic. Our favorite part? Their stores have amazing wine sections and cheese counters with exclusive cheeses from all over the world!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Veritas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for all-natural and organic products, Veritas<\/a> is your go-to store. You can also find organic products like shampoo and laundry soap. The price tag is higher than regular supermarkets, but the products are high quality and well worth it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food Markets in Barcelona<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first food market that may come to mind when in Barcelona is the famous Boqueria<\/a>, located on the even more famous Las Ramblas. But this isn\u2019t the only market in Barcelona, and also not the most frequented by locals due to the heavy tourist traffic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luckily, there are plenty of other Barcelona markets you can check out. Many of these places are institutions in their respective communities, and you\u2019ll find locals frequenting them many times a week. More on those in a bit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insider\u2019s tip<\/strong>: If you do visit La Boqueria<\/a>, be sure to support local business by buying something. Remember that it isn\u2019t just a tourist attraction\u2014it is a lot of people\u2019s livelihoods. Your pictures don\u2019t pay the bills!<\/p>\n\n\n\n