Supermarkets in valencia

One supermarket stands out in Valencia for two reasons. El Corte Inglés is situated centrally on the Calle Colón and, fortunately for some, the store is open on Sundays. This branch of the well known department store chain has a supermarket in the basement.

A large selection of exclusive brands and international items is available. Fresh produce can also be found in the extensive deli section. And even multiple varieties of toilet paper.

Mercadona is a privately owned company and one o largest in its field in Spain. Appearing in various shapes and sizes, its bright and cheerful supermarkets can be found across all the diverse neighbourhoods of Valencia.

Stores focus on its wide range of own branded produce and convenience. Serrano ham is sold pre-sliced and packaged at the counter. Fresh seafood is found at their larger premises.

Consum is a cooperative that has won multiple awards for care of its employees and is one of the best companies to work for in Spain. Their supermarkets are widespread across Valencia, vary in size, have relatively wide aisles and are generally brightly lit.

Stores offer a large variety of own brand goods and their vegetables are considered to be of a better quality. Depending upon available floorspace, they may offer fresh meats and seafoods.

Carrefour came to Valencia in the mid 1970s and today offers several hypermarkets with full food sections on the periphery. Smaller express markets within the city are, to the delight of many expats, open almost as long on Sundays.

As the name suggests, the company originates from France and and some may perceive the flavour. Convenience and quick grabs or shopping for the week seems the choice of focus.

The European spread of these two popular German players is also visible in Valencia. Meanwhile, a good number of stores run by Aldi and Lidl can be found in several locations across the city.

They surprise with a variety of quality products, many from their own brands, and several good organic items too. Several non-profits question their animal rights and safety of poultry consumption.

Assorted Supermarkets in Valencia include smaller brands such as Bon Area, Dia, Mas Y Mas and Dialprix offer alternative styles, prices and individual shopping opportunities as well as unique quality products.

Bon Area from Catalunya has tasty precooked chicken and quality meats. Dia offers 100% rye bread for expats that prefer something with taste and fairly good own brand chocolate.