Mercado Central

03/31/2026

A true Catalan CALÇOTADA! Our thanks to for the marvelous hospitality, and schooling us in the ways of the Catalan spring ceremony- you know it’s spring in Catalunya when the green onions are smoking up the hillsides!

03/20/2026

Mercado Central’s tuna sandwich-
The finest Bonito tuna, and, of course, our signature bread…

01/29/2026

THURSDAY, FEB. 12!! Give a Fishy to Your Squishy!!

Join us at our Third Ave location for a Valentine’s Day Tinned Fish Event. Tapas, vermut, tinned fish tips and contests with awsome prizes! Spend the evening with your squishy and others for fun, food and warmth. Details and link for tickets to follow in our story posts-

10/05/2025

Quick reminder - we’ll be closed on Union Street October 6 thru 13, open again on Tuesday Oct. 14!

As always, DEGRAW ST. IS OPEN that week, so come on over for all the tins and charcuterie you’re looking for!

We’ll be back soon with fresh ideas and new vermuts!!

Cook. Create. Commune.

09/30/2025

It’s official! Mercado Central NYC has been certified as an official Spanish Colmado! The Spanish Trade Commission has welcomed BOTH stores - Sobremesa & Copa y Caña - into their network of authentic Spanish food and wine vendors representing Spanish culture. We couldn’t be more honored and further inspired to bring you the best that Spain has to offer.

We’d like to thank the Spanish Trade Commision for all of their efforts, and for including us in their program!

Mercado Central NYC
Cook. Create. Commune.

07/18/2025

07/14/2025

Cava in Sa Riera and zamburiñas in Begur. The Costa Brava is a place to relax and discover small beaches, fantastic food and each other. Time unwinds in Spain, and on the Costa Brava, the sun itself loves to hang out and cast a long light. Come in to the stores and ask us for recs!

04/05/2025

Porto, Portugal was our first stop this trip. Wow, this city is beautiful, vibrant and so much fun! Everyone we crossed paths with were friendly and wanted to help you have a good time. We’ll definitely be returning for a longer stay - this time was only a few hours!! Gotta check out the tin fish museum next time…

04/21/2024

Simply sardines. Simply delicious. Sardinha small sardines in olive oil, a house favorite and completely fabulous for spring picnics!

08/29/2023

Wow!! Espinaler!!

- THE Catalan Classic! We got to catch up after the Fancy Food Show in NYC, and it was great to visit the tavern in BCN. This team knows how to host - Since 1896 when the original seaside “taverna” started just outside Barcelona (2 spots now), this family has come to represent the highest quality of products when it comes to setting a table - either at home or at the tavern. They’ve grown over generations - first the tavern, then vermut, to the iconic Salsa Espinaler, then to their insane conservas, and now, more widely to us in the US. The real honor was when Jordi introduced us to Miguel, the current generation. The family’s still running the show - he had that energy that only a tavern owner can have - lighting up the room - and they have a huge place.

Come in to the store - there’s so much more to tell you about Espinaler.

08/14/2023

Cadaqués is magic. From Dalí to Capote - writers, painters and artists have been inspired by the Costa Brava and especially Cadaqués for over a hundred years. With its rocky cliffs and clear waters, brilliant light, steep streets and cozy cafés, Cadaqués casts a uniquely summer spell with the vibrant blues and whites of town and water.

Have you seen our store window? Wish you were here…