In the center of Santiago, La Vega Central market dates back over 100 years with its humble origins as a few produce stalls. Today, it sprawls over several city blocks with friendly vendors hawking the freshest seasonal produce from Chile’s central valley and far-flung latitudes. Pink, plump native sweet garlic; huge pumpkins chunked down with orange flesh for stews and tantalizing fruit. Exceptional smells and colors in this organized functioning chaos.
 

Heavy watermelonsA couple unload heavy watermelons in La Vega Central in Santiago, Chile. The EntrepeneurHe manages is produce business in one of the most iconic markets, La Vega, in Santiago Chile. In the center of Santiago, La Vega Central market dates back over 100 years with its humble origins as a few produce stalls. Today, it sprawls over several city blocks with friendly vendors hawking the freshest seasonal produce from Chile’s central valley and far-flung latitudes. Pink, plump native sweet garlic; huge pumpkins chunked down with orange flesh for stews and tantalizing fruit. Exceptional smells and colors in this organized functioning chaos.