debbieamorenoWe are fortunate to live close to the markets, restaurants, bars, shops, the beach, and the train station. “Almost” everything we need is within walking distance. We did purchase what we call our little carrito. It helps us easily carry the items we purchase – especially from the market (and the wine shop-that’s for another blog). We walk to the market at least once (sometimes twice) a week to get what need. We buy what we need for up to a week, no more. The fresh bread is amazing. I can buy a baguette loaf for .60 and it tastes amazing.
Since we live in a small town, choices at the stores are more limited than what we are used to. For example, they have Heinz Ketsup ~3, and one-off brand ~1
. One brand of mayonnaise, no syrup, one brand of bar soap – you get the picture. Of course, the larger towns and cities have all the options. We have learned to adjust to what is offered close to us. We have 2 refrigerators, so there is plenty of room, however, we have chosen to keep it fresh. The benefit is that we have both lost weight and are feeling good.
We also have tons of restaurants and bars to choose from and lots of little shops. There are no chain restaurants or fast-food establishments in our town. For that, you need to go into the larger towns and cities (there you can find McDonalds, Burger King, KFC, etc.). Most of the shops here are small family-owned business, the items are unique, and you can “usually” find what you need. For big box stores or malls, you need to go into Barcelona where you will find all the big stores and malls – shop to your hearts content.
