Not to be crass ...I was always reluctant to sample the scallops in Santiago, something akin to cannibalism perhaps, but I have since discovered that those offered in the restaurants of Santiago are a different species altogether, not the shell we wear. Now the question-where to try them?!? My favorites include: "San Clemente" on rua San Clemente, "Fornos" rua Horreo on the square and around the corner or in a pinch "Los Sobrinos del Padre Le Casa del Buen Pulpo" Praza Cervantes. Guilt free pleasure but have a deep pocket ready. The other option of course is to visit the wonderful wonderful market in Santiago. Strategically located under the watchful eye of two churches, it is best visited early in the morning. There one may find all the shellfish imaginable, those offered at such exorbitant prices in the restaurants but much more affordable. You must prepare them yourself of course, for me, half the fun. The kind ladies there will shell your scallops, no easy task for the uninitiated.