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Walk around the 200 market stalls sharing the knowledge of a local guide. We´ll see homemakers as Chefs buying their daily fare for their delicious Mediterranean recipes.
Enjoy a real and unique experience learning about the fresh seasonal products and ingredients the secret source of Spanish cuisine.
The Market Tour starts off by filling one´s belly having a chance to try a typical Spanish brunch of Churros and Chocolate, Coffee with a toast of bread and fresh tomatoes with olive oil or a Tapa of Tortilla (Spanish omelet). It´s your choice!!!. Once we have gathered strength we are ready to visit the big market and discover all the variety of fresh Spanish products sold in there.
We are visiting the Spain´s biggest fresh market. 8.800 square meters (10524,71 square-yards). Stalls of fruit and vegetables, delicious olives, meats, hams, and fresh fish & shellfish from our three seas.
We will make several stops in different stalls learning first-hand from the shopkeepers and buying seasonal products to delight them during the tour in market´s bars.
Don´t miss the opportunity to buy at a good price yummy ingredients like saffron, paprika, canned bask white tuna, extra virgin olive oil and quirky jams of red peppers or chestnuts. You are in the right place.
Discover the secrets behind the famous Spanish Cuisine: Their quality fresh ingredients.
Inclusion
Subway/underground ticket round trip is included in the price. (The trip takes around 7 minutes from the center of Madrid); 3 drinks and over 8 food tastings; English / Spanish speaking guide born in Madrid.
Exclusion
Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off; Additional food and beverages; Gratuities.
Hours of operation
Available: Tuesday - Saturday; Departs at 10:00am.
Duration
Approximately 2.5 hours.
Location
Departs from and returns to Plaza Isabel II, Right beside statue of Queen Isabel II (Metro station Opera).
Participant restrictions
This tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
Policies
There is a minimum of 2 passengers required per booking.
Please provide details of any special requirements (dietary, allergies or otherwise) at the time of booking.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the class begins.
Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**