At the Mercat de Sant Jordi in Sant Boi, a food stall that’s been around for two years has become a magnet for fans of hearty lunches. Every day, Bar Miquel i Pepita draws locals and visitors who come to the market specifically to order its most famous specialty: the meat sandwich in sauce.
Homemade, traditional tapas
The daily selection at the counter is based on traditional dishes. To start the meal, the shop prepares classic appetizers such as anchovies in vinegar, served in a small casserole dish and topped with a generous amount of parsley sauce. The potato omelet is another staple at the stand. It’s cooked with onion and served well set, maintaining the traditional firm texture as opposed to the runnier versions, and is accompanied by slices of bread with tomato.
Steaming hot stews and hearty portions
One of the most popular dishes on the menu is tripe. The half-portion of this stew, served directly in a casserole dish and still steaming, always comes with a side of bread so customers can dip it in the sauce until they’ve finished the dish.
The item that draws the most foot traffic into the market is the meat sandwich in sauce. The recipe stands out for its tender meat and is served in generous portions that fill the bread to the brim. The size of the sandwich is impressive; in fact, ordering half a sandwich provides enough for a full meal, leaving it up to the customer to decide whether to share it or eat it alone.
The market bar complements these stewed dishes with classic cuts, also preparing traditional sandwiches like the ham sandwich while maintaining a warm, friendly rapport with customers.
