The Mercat del Lleo market was built between 1941-1944 in Barcelona, Spain and was inaugurated the year it was completed. It is open daily from 7am-2pm and Saturdays and holidays from 7am-2:30pm. The most popular fruits and vegetables sold are mandarins and lettuce, while the most common meats are chicken and hake. Produce comes from local areas like Medinya, Vilafreser, Maresme, and Cassa. Some tips for shopping include checking for freshness, only buying what is needed, and making a list. The economic crisis has led people to buy less in smaller quantities as people earn less money from work.