Every year on the last Wednesday of August in the town of Buñol, La Tomatina, the world’s largest tomato fight takes place. It is said to have begun when two young men (now in their 70’s) began throwing tomatoes at conservative officials during the town’s fiestas. The fight gained momentum drawing passers by into the battle and has been celebrated annually ever since.

At the onset of he festivities, giant trucks of tomatoes are let loose in the street, and the fun begins…

Over 20,000 participants show up from around the world to participate

150,000 tomatoes, weighing over 90,000 pounds, are used in the battle

In homage to the famous tomato battle that coincides with the peak of tomato harvest, Boqueria will offer market-driven tomato dishes and cocktails for the month of August.

La Tomatina Cocktail

Sparkling Tomatina Sangria
Cava, Tomato Essence, Red Cranberry Juice,
Gin, Sea Salt, Crushed White Pepper,
Cherry Tomato Garnish

Market Menu
The following are a few of the dishes that will be featured
on the Market Menu throughout the month of August  

Pintxo de Bacalao con Tomate Confitado
Salt Cod Skewer, Tomato Confit, Sautéed Apples
Black Olives and Cherry Tomatoes, Toasted Bread

    

Montado de Mejillones en Escabeche
Montado of Pickled Mussels and Tomato Marmalade

    

Ensalada de Tomate y Crema de Cabra
Heirloom Tomato Salad, Goat Cheese,
Black Anchovies, Basil Oil 

    

Pulpo con Mojo y Setas
Grilled Octopus, Tomato, Thyme,
“Mojo Rojo”, Mushrooms, Citrus Allioli

Cheers
~ Boqueria