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Mercat de Mercats Returns to Glòries Oct. 17–19 With Markets, Chefs and Tastings

City organizers aim to spotlight municipal markets to boost proximity commerce.

Overview

  • The fair runs Oct. 17–19 at Plaça de les Glòries with 11 municipal markets operating 16 fresh-produce stalls.
  • Hours are 11:00–22:00 on Friday and Saturday and 11:00–21:00 on Sunday, with the official inauguration today at 17:30 led by Raquel Gil with Òscar Dalmau as town crier.
  • New this edition, La Bodegueta offers tastings of oils, wines, beers and premium drinks alongside a dedicated area for Catalan oil producers supported by the FCAC.
  • Michelin-recognized chefs Albert Raurich, Hideki Matsuhisa and David Andrés lead showcookings, with Carles Gaig and Jordi Esteve featured in the program.
  • Organizers emphasize sustainability by avoiding single-use plastics, using compostable or recyclable materials, promoting reusable containers and running generators on biopropane.