La Boqueria, St Josep mercat, Las Ramblas, Barcelona

When in Rome… Well, when in Barcelona, you will have to go and visit “La Boqueria“, which is a covered market on the Ramblas. It is full of colours and great fresh produce. But it is also famous for its tapas. The “Bar Central” towards the far end, is a mere counter surrounded by bar stools, and it is difficult to find spaces… but once you get one, you can expect to eat some of the best tapas in Barcelona. We tucked into the best “chipirones” I ate in a long time, tortilla & asparagus, for a fraction of the cost you pay elsewhere. Great for lunchtime.