Tirana's 'new market' is the city’s main source of fresh produce. Indoors there's meat, fish and cheese, while an elegant roof protects the sellers of olives, figs, wine, raki, and - our favourite souvenir - woolly house socks. Early morning is the best time of day to witness the Balkan-style trading and haggling. The area has seen huge investment recently, which has resulted in a lively scene with many good restaurants.