🇪🇸 Barcelona’s Santa Caterina Market: Seafood Heaven!

"Fresh, affordable, and so good—even for a coastal native!" 🦐🌊 📍 Mercat de Santa Caterina Address: Av. de Francesc Cambó, 16, 08003 Barcelona Why Go? Less touristy than Boqueria, more local vibes! 🦞 Our Seafood Taste Test: 1️⃣ "Grandma’s Stall" (€10.44) Salmon: Meh. Not as fatty as Japanese sashimi. Oysters: Tiny! More shell than meat 😢. Verdict: Skip. No gloves, questionable freshness. 2️⃣ "Red Uniform Crew" (€35, WORTH IT!) 🔥 BEST SPOT IN THE MARKET! (Look for staff in red aprons.) Carabineros (Red Prawns): 🧠 Sweet brain (don’t skip it!) + jelly-like texture. Langoustines: So fresh they’re still kicking! Cheaper than prawns. Sea Urchin: Sweet but slightly briny. Try one first if new to it. 💡 Pro Tips: Go early for the freshest picks. Point & ask—language barrier? No problem! Pair with market wine (€2/glass = perfect match). #BarcelonaEats #SeafoodLover #SantaCaterinaMarket #FoodieFind