Once the meeting point of Portuguese intellectuals, Chiado has become a popular destination for shopping and dining. But where do you eat in the very heart of Lisbon? It’s in Rua Garret that you’ll find most of the cafés and bookshops in Chiado. But if you want to eat a proper meal, you’ll have to […]
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A Love Letter to Lisbon: Graça Neighborhood
This post is part of our Love Letter series: first-person accounts of what we love about Lisbon. Photo Credit: cityodes, Text Overlay: Devour Lisbon Food Tours Coming from the seaside town of Cascais, Lisbon felt like a foreign land at times. I never even heard of Graça before I moved here and it would have probably […]
6 Tips to Eat Like a Local in Lisbon
Even if staying for a short time, you want to feel deeply connected with your destination. Part of that connection comes through food. On these six tips to eat like a local in Lisbon, we at Devour Lisbon are focusing on cultural eating habits. Eating like a local in the Portuguese capital means enjoying a […]
Lisbon off the Beaten Path: 10 Places Guidebooks Won’t Show You
Take a wrong turn, and Lisbon will either surprise you or find a way to get you back on track. Described by poets and fadistas as a city with feminine energy, getting lost in Lisbon’s cobblestoned alleyways is a hide and seek game. At Devour Lisbon we gathered our favorite ten things to do to […]
5 Best Lisbon Beach Bars to Pass the Day Away
When Lisbon’s hot summer days kick in, locals beeline to the beaches and beach bars. Who doesn’t love cool drinks, mouthwatering snacks, and great views of the surf (and surfers)? Coastal living is an integral part of life in Portugal, and downtown Lisbon is between 15 minutes to an hour from spectacular beaches. Sound good? […]
Lisbon Tram 28: 9 Things You Need to Know
The clattering mustard-yellow trams are one of Lisbon’s most iconic symbols. Anyone visiting Lisbon will stop and turn to the sound of a tram squealing its way on the rails through traffic. These antique electric vehicles are the city’s most photographed public transportation and Lisbon tram 28 is the star among them. Before hopping on […]
6 Lisbon Parks & Green Spaces You Have to See
They say Portugal is sunny 300 days a year and, in Lisbon, locals flock to parks and gardens any chance they get. Anything can happen at Lisbon parks and gardens. From concerts, art performances and impromptu gatherings of old men playing cards, to seasonal street markets, weddings and kids’ birthday parties. They’re a venue, a […]
10 Best Petiscos in Lisbon (Yes, We Explain What Petiscos Are!)
Ready to discover the best petiscos in Lisbon? From fresh octopus salad to garlicky clams, we can’t get enough of Portuguese petiscos! Before we get into the details, what exactly are petiscos? For starters (pun intended), they’re not quite the same as Spanish tapas. Both words describe small dishes that are often shared, but each one […]
All About Ginjinha and Why You Need To Try It in Lisbon
Portugal’s legendary liqueur is sweet, strong, and totally traditional. Learn the story of ginjinha in Lisbon, and the best places to try it. Trying ginjinha in Lisbon is an essential travel experience. You’ll find this sour cherry liqueur on every list of local specialties to sample—and on the menu at countless bars, restaurants, and street […]
Our Top 5 Day Trips from Lisbon: The Places You Need to See
There’s no doubt that Portugal’s biggest city is chock full of cultural treasures. But let’s face it: the labyrinthine streets of the sunshine capital are teeming with more tourists than ever before. There’s never been a better time to get some welcome respite from city life. That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide to […]
