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What to Eat and Drink in Santiago

Galician seafood, pulpo, Padrón peppers and Tarta de Santiago give a useful starting point for eating in the city. The market offers another way to see the region’s ingredients.

What to Eat and Drink in Santiago

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Visit Mercado de Abastos to understand the produce and seafood behind local menus, then choose a meal around dishes that interest you. Pulpo and peppers offer savory options; almond-based Tarta de Santiago makes a distinct finish. Regional wines such as Albariño add another Galician connection.

Useful to know

  • Browse Mercado de Abastos for seafood and produce before choosing a meal nearby.
  • Try Padrón peppers knowing that heat varies from pepper to pepper.
  • Check the ingredients and alcohol content of orujo-based drinks if ordering them.

Original World content and translations, shown as supplied. Practical information may need updating.

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