To the Market!
Did you all enjoy the bullfight? If you didn't get to see it, a rerun is available on the Photo page. I highly recommend the bullfight; although the bull dies at the end, he has not lived in vain. Go to le mercado tomorrow morning, and you will see various parts of him hanging around. Even the blood is not wasted. One can find bulls blood paintings in the gallerias in town. I've examined several of them, and find them very distasteful. The painting itself isn't offensive; in fact it is actually a tribute to the glorious fighting spirit of the bull. It is the thought of dried blood hanging on the wall that I find distasteful, although some may disagree.
Which reminds me - we must go to the market for supplies. Why don't you tag along with us? You may even find one of those paintings there, if you really want one.
Oysters anyone?
Yes, I admit the smell of the fish market can be overpowering if you weren't expecting it. But just look at all the vendors! The cobblestoned square is covered with wooden carts bursting with freshly caught prawns, clams, mussels and fish. There are fish of all colors, shapes, and sizes, and I must admit none of them look familiar! Oh, look! There's baby octopi in that box, and squid in the other. Squid is really easy to cook, and readily accepts whatever flavors are cooked with it. Newt! How many times must I tell you - don't play with the octopus!
Which reminds me - we must go to the market for supplies. Why don't you tag along with us? You may even find one of those paintings there, if you really want one.
Oysters anyone? Yes, I admit the smell of the fish market can be overpowering if you weren't expecting it. But just look at all the vendors! The cobblestoned square is covered with wooden carts bursting with freshly caught prawns, clams, mussels and fish. There are fish of all colors, shapes, and sizes, and I must admit none of them look familiar! Oh, look! There's baby octopi in that box, and squid in the other. Squid is really easy to cook, and readily accepts whatever flavors are cooked with it. Newt! How many times must I tell you - don't play with the octopus!
Traditionally, the women shop each day for their family's meals. Fresh meat is cut or minced to your specifications. Are you looking for olives? You'll find them here too. Green, or black - stuffed, or marinated. Le mercado has everything you need. Just remember, the vendors do not haggle here. Look, fresh fruit and vegetables are over here. 
Oh, by the way - there's no such thing as "take a number" here. If you are next in line, speak up!
Did you notice? Everything is measured in kilos here. It's easy to calculated the price - just multiply the kilos by 2.2, and you will have a rough guestimate of poundage. Remember, 1 kilo = 2.2 pounds!
