Markets The Azores

Very friendly, it is a good way to immerse yourself in the daily life of the inhabitants. You will find fresh and quality products. The prices are very interesting. We recommend local specialities such as cheese or pineapple. Take the time to enjoy a freshly squeezed juice. A real delight. Colours and flavours as we like them. The market is open all day long, but it is in the morning that the activity is at its peak, in the afternoon it is rather quiet. There is also a small local restaurant.

Open every other Saturday, alternating with the Calheta market, this small Mercado Municipal welcomes local producers who come to sell their produce. Vegetables, fish, cheeses, you can also find a few handicrafts and mingle with the inhabitants of Velas, who are very attached to the products of their land. For those with a sweet tooth, it's the perfect opportunity to try the "Espécies de São Jorge", typical island cookies in the shape of small crowns with an openwork top, flavoured with cinnamon, pepper and fennel seeds.