{"id":16502,"date":"2020-02-05T08:06:39","date_gmt":"2020-02-05T08:06:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devoursansebastianfoodtours.com\/?p=2854"},"modified":"2023-02-27T18:32:52","modified_gmt":"2023-02-27T18:32:52","slug":"bretxa-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/bretxa-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Shop Like a Local at the Bretxa Market in San Sebastian"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Many of us decide to come to San Sebastian because of the amazing gastronomy scene, but where do local chefs find their impeccable quality ingredients? The answer would be, of course, from the local fish and food markets.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only do these play an extremely important role as the place to buy fresh ingredients, but they\u2019ve also served as a meeting point for local foodies throughout history. If you\u2019re exploring the Old Town of San Sebastian, the Bretxa Market is a must-see (and must-taste!). Here\u2019s all you need to know about the Bretxa market of San Sebastian.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bretxa-market-1.png\" data-pin-description=\"From Michelin star chefs to tapas bar cooks, the best food minds in Donostia do their shopping at La Bretxa Market. And so should you, the next time you travel to this gem of a city in the Basque Country. Even if you don't plan on doing any cooking while in town, it's still worth a trip to marvel at the incredible selection of fresh products. Here's a guide to the must-visit market in the Old Town of San Sebastian. #foodie #donostia\" alt=\"A guide to visiting La Bretxa Market in San Sebastian\" class=\"wp-image-2855\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Grocery shopping for 150 years<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cclabretxa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Bretxa Market<\/a> has a lot of history behind it: Locals have been doing their grocery shopping here for 150 years! The emblematic building was designed by local architect Antonio Cort\u00e1zar, who is also responsible for designing a big part of the city of San Sebastian, known as the <em>Ensanche<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Construction of the market started in 1870, and today you\u2019ll find the original building still standing there. With its arch-shaped windows and stone walls, the building is an impressive sight worth visiting for the architecture alone.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But we Devourers, of course, are curious to find out what those sturdy stone walls hide behind them. Here\u2019s what to expect on a visit to La Bretxa Market in San Sebastian today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/DSC03546.jpg\" alt=\"One of our favorite places to go shopping in San Sebastian is La Bretxa Market!\" class=\"wp-image-865\"\/><figcaption>La Bretxa is most famous for its historic market, but the entire complex is shopper&#8217;s paradise!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Michelin-quality ingredients&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a known fact here in San Sebastian that every <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sansebastianturismoa.eus\/en\/eat\/michelin-stars\" target=\"_blank\">Michelin chef\u2019s<\/a> day starts at the best local food market. Take the escalator behind the original market building to the basement floor, and you&#8217;ll find a variety of food stands that you could have only dreamed of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On this floor you will find local delicacies such as fresh fish and seafood, charcuterie, butcher\u2019s shops, local pastries, fresh fruit and vegetables and\u2014since you <em>are<\/em> in Spain\u2014some delicious olives and olive oil! If that\u2019s not enough, the biggest supermarket of the district is located right next to the market stalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>READ MORE<\/em><\/strong><em>: <\/em><a href=\"\/blog\/markets-and-shops-san-sebastian\/\"><em>Top 5 Gourmet Markets and Shops in San Sebastian<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour-Barcelona-Day-1-Web-103-of-183.jpg\" alt=\"A variety of fresh produce at a market stall in Spain\" class=\"wp-image-775\"\/><figcaption>Pick up some fresh, local products at the market.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Saturday outdoor market&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in search of fresh and seasonal Basque produce, head to the market on Saturday morning! That\u2019s when you\u2019ll find small producers and farmers, or <em>baserritarras <\/em>in Basque, selling their seasonal vegetables, local <a href=\"\/blog\/idiazabal-cheese\/\">Idiazabal cheese<\/a>, beans and fresh flowers right outside the building.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After shopping, enjoy a cup of coffee at Coffee Break, the cute coffee shop on the market square. This is the Saturday morning routine of many local Basque <em>aitona<\/em> and <em>amona<\/em> (grandparents)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Produce-market-SS.jpg\" alt=\"A farmer's market in San Sebastian, Spain\" class=\"wp-image-946\"\/><figcaption>Buy the freshest products straight from the source at this lovely farmers&#8217; market.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find more at the Bretxa shopping center<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These days, the original Bretxa Market building is home to a recently renovated shopping center, so this is a great option if you wish to continue shopping. The shops vary from Spanish fashion to local jewelry designers and perfume stores.<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many of us decide to come to San Sebastian because of the amazing gastronomy scene, but where do local chefs find their impeccable quality ingredients? 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