Palo Alto Market – ShBarcelona
Discovering
08/05/2022
by Paula
3 min read
If you are one of those people who never know what to do on the weekend, Barcelona is the place for you. Catalan people do not like to stay indoors on their free days, which means they are constantly creating new and unique activities that take place on the streets. Palo Alto Market is one of those great ways to spend your weekend. Whether you crave food, good music or want to do a little shopping, ShBarcelona will show you there’s something for everyone at Palo Alto Market.
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The Palo Alto Market
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The Palo Alto Market is an event that was created by a group of young professionals who work at Fundación Palo Alto, a space with nineteen creative studios inside what used to be an old factory. It is in the garden of the Fundación itself, a lush and beautiful place, hidden in the middle of the Barrio of Sant Martì, that the market takes place. The Palo Alto Market, which happens at least once a month, is a new and trendy kind of street market where you can buy unique design, decoration and clothing items. After you finished shopping, you can grab a bite in one of the various food stands or food trucks, choosing between Italian, organic, gourmet or street food. There are usually interesting exhibits and activities going on during the two days of the market, like 100% Organic Design, an installation presenting furniture made entirely out of bread. The Palo Alto Market is not only for adults. There are rag dolls, wooden toys and various other items created by hand by artists presenting their work for sale. But that’s not all: there are also workshops where kids can roll up their sleeves and get to work, learning how to build paper flowers, beautiful cardboard boxes, etc.
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The soundtrack to the Palo Alto Market is provided by local DJs and a couple of live music performances. The market happens once a month, opening at 11 a.m. and closing at 9 p.m. Adults pay 4€, kids under 12 years old go in for free. If you buy your tickets online, you get a discount on the entrance fee of one euro and you can skip the long line, especially when the weather is good, to get into the Palo Alto Market.
Check out the official Palo Alto Website to learn more information about the event. If you like the concept of the market, why not join it as a vendor in one of their future editions? Just send them an e-mail with your information, telling them what you would like to sell.
Have you been to Palo Alto Market yet? What did you like most?
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VA Palo Alto Farmers’ Market
Opening for the season on May 3rd!
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3801 Miranda Ave., Palo Alto, California
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FARMERS AND PRODUCERS
Cabalen Sweet & Savory
California Bakeshop
Celio Farms
Donna’s Tamales
Esquivel Farms
Flatbread Queen inc. (Bolani)
Jaden’s Kettle Corn
Resendiz Farms
Ruby’s Tamales
FARMERS AND PRODUCERS
Farm Name | City of Origin | Products | Current Markets |
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Cabalen Sweet & Savory
Wednesdays |
Concord | Concord Farmers’ Market, VA Palo Alto Farmers’ Market, Downtown Los Altos Farmers’ Market, Vallejo Farmers’ Market, Kaiser Permanente Antioch Farmers’ Market | |
California Bakeshop
Wednesdays |
Redwood city | Downtown San Jose Farmers’ Market, Evergreen Farmers’ Market, VA Palo Alto Farmers’ Market, Downtown Los Altos Farmers’ Market, Alum Rock Village Farmers’ Market, Creekside Farmers’ Market, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Farmers’ Market | |
Celio Farms
Wednesdays |
Hollister | Strawberries, Blackberries, Raspberries, Figs | 25th Avenue in San Mateo Farmers’ Market, Castro Farmers’ Market, Downtown San Leandro Farmers’ Market, VA Palo Alto Farmers’ Market, Alameda Farmers’ Market, Berryessa Farmers’ Market, Pinole Farmers’ Market, Vallejo Farmers’ Market, Divisadero Farmers’ Market, Evergreen Farmers’ Market, Inner Sunset Farmers’ Market, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Farmers’ Market, Kaiser Permanente San Jose Farmers’ Market |
Donna’s Tamales
Wednesdays |
Martinez | Alameda Farmers’ Market, Concord Farmers’ Market, Castro Farmers’ Market, Downtown San Leandro Farmers’ Market, VA Palo Alto Farmers’ Market, Downtown Los Altos Farmers’ Market, Fairfield Farmers’ Market, Brentwood Farmers’ Market, Divisadero Farmers’ Market, Jack London Square Farmers’ Market, Martinez Farmers’ Market, Kaiser Permanente Antioch Farmers’ Market | |
Esquivel Farms
Wednesdays |
Watsonville | Cauliflower, Beets, Cabbage, Carrots, Celery, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce, Onions, Raspberries, Fennel, Radishes, Peas, Broccoli, Potatoes, Strawberries, Brussels Sprouts, Blackberries, Avocados, Lemons, Oranges, Cucumbers | Concord Farmers’ Market, Berryessa Farmers’ Market, Union City Farmers’ Market, Alum Rock Village Farmers’ Market, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Farmers’ Market, Kaiser Permanente San Jose Farmers’ Market, Irvington Farmers’ Market, VA Palo Alto Farmers’ Market |
Flatbread Queen inc. Wednesdays |
Concord | Concord Farmers’ Market, Castro Farmers’ Market, Downtown Los Altos Farmers’ Market, VA Palo Alto Farmers’ Market, Dublin Farmers’ Market, Fairfield Farmers’ Market, Brentwood Farmers’ Market, College of San Mateo Farmers’ Market, Danville Farmers’ Market, Pleasanton Farmers’ Market, Vallejo Farmers’ Market, Divisadero Farmers’ Market, Martinez Farmers’ Market | |
Jaden’s Kettle Corn
Wednesdays |
Milpitas | 25th Avenue in San Mateo Farmers’ Market, Downtown San Leandro Farmers’ Market, VA Palo Alto Farmers’ Market, Belmont Farmers’ Market, Milpitas Farmers’ Market | |
Resendiz Farms
Wednesdays |
Hughson | Cherries, Nectarines, Peaches, Plums, Tomatoes, Melons, Almonds, Apricots, Figs, Grapes, Watermelon, Onions, Tomatillos, Pomegranates, Blackberries, Pears, Persimmons, Lemons, Tangerines, Oranges | Berryessa Farmers’ Market, VA Palo Alto Farmers’ Market, 25th Avenue in San Mateo Farmers’ Market |
Ruby’s Tamales
Wednesdays |
San Jose | VA Palo Alto Farmers’ Market, Kaiser Permanente San Jose Farmers’ Market, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Farmers’ Market |
Palo Alto Market: Creative Market in Barcelona
Every first weekend of the month, there’s nothing better than spending the whole day at the Palo Alto Creative Market in Poble Nou. Set inside a botanical garden, surrounded by beautiful plants and adorned with fabulous lights, you will be able to discover local designers and their unique pieces in fashion, jewelry and interior design – all with a cold drink in hand and live music in your ear – Barcelona at its best sight!
Concerts at the Aperol Spritz Club
Palo Alto’s live music program is always a highlight and includes mostly local artists. At the Aperol Spritz Club, a tent in the middle of a botanical garden, you can enjoy the best singers and songwriters or a late night DJ with good electronic beats. In addition, there are intimate tree-shaded concerts throughout the marketplace that highlight your creative experience, accompanied by smooth background music.
© Ignasi Pignol via Facebook Palo Alto
Gourmet Food Market
Let’s be honest, if there’s food, I’ll be there too. And the big food market in Palo Alto is reason enough to check it out! Especially after a hectic Friday night, the variety of food trucks will cure every hangover. Whether you’re looking for juicy burgers, cheesy nachos, Asian fusion or healthy vegan food, you’re sure to be satisfied. And if you have a sweet tooth, you will be happy to find homemade cakes, popsicles and fresh juices.
© Ignasi Pignol via Facebook Palo Alto
© Ignasi Pignol via Facebook Palo Alto
Designer Street Market
Last but not least, let’s not forget what the Palo Alto market is really about: creative design ! A diverse selection of local designers offers not only fashion and accessories, but also jewelry, art and interior design. You can buy streetwear from the open market, designer homeware from the Bohemia Gallery, premium products from the Concept Gallery, and handicrafts from the Design Gallery. All this in addition to workshops, drinks, food and music! Can a weekend in Barcelona get better?
© Ignasi Pignol via Facebook Palo Alto
© Ignasi Pignol via Facebook Palo Alto
Find out why Barcelona is called Europe’s most artful city and visit Palo Alto’s creative market. Every first Saturday and Sunday of the month, from 11 am to 9 pm, for only 3 euros online or 4 euros at the door.
Title: © Ignacy Pignol via Facebook Palo Alto
Palo Alto Market
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Joshua Chiu: “Incredible food! Olive oil tastes like it is straight from the olive grove back behind the restaurant.
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Teena S.: “You can download the sprinkles app on your phone to find the word of the day to get a free cupcake. Favorite cupcakes: German chocolate, chocolate marshmallow, strawberry, and lemon!”
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Andrew Sandler: “Well equipped facility with lovely staff and instructors. The ceramics studio is a special treat.”
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Loretta Donigi: “Ask about their chocolate workshops. It’s great fun for small group events. Quite the learning experience as well.
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