Portugal is a bread-loving country—and we mean that in the best possible way. Portuguese bread is part of pretty much every traditional meal in one way or another, whether toasted and buttered for breakfast, dipped into a hearty soup at lunch, or brought to the table before dinner. Some destinations are famous for baguettes or […]
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7 Evora Restaurants You Don’t Want to Skip
Just an hour outside of Lisbon lies the historic city of Evora, packed with ancient architecture and Roman ruins. There are plenty of things to do in Evora, including eating and discovering Evora restaurants. Of course when it comes to things to do in Evora, exploring the local dining scene is on the list. Read […]
How to Plan the Perfect Day Trip to Ericeira
Just 50 kilometers from Lisbon, Ericeira is a world away from a hustle and bustle of city life. Dubbed as Onde O Mar É Mais Azul (the place where the sea is the most blue), this sapphire gem on the Silver Coast offers the perfect Portuguese day trip for travelers based in Lisbon. While Ericeira was […]
Ordering in Portugal: The 10 Things You Need to Know
To successfully navigate a meal in Portugal, you’ll need to understand the country’s eating culture and habits. Having a meal is more than a basic need—it truly is a cultural event, even if it’s just lunch with friends. From understanding the menu before ordering to asking for the check, here are ten useful tips for […]
Top 6 Cheap Eats in Lisbon: Affordable Restaurants & Budget Bites
No need to dig deep into your pockets to eat well—we’re here to share the best cheap eats Lisbon has to offer! On the whole, Lisbon is a cheap city. But like most European capitals, it’s also packed with tourist traps. And in a city with so many fantastic options for food, you don’t want […]
Where to Eat in Sintra: 11 Delicious Restaurants
Exploring the hills and palaces of Sintra always works up an appetite. Luckily, Sintra is a fairytale town full of fantastic restaurants for all tastes. A Sintra day trip is one of the best excursions to enjoy near the Portuguese capital. To fully experience it, we suggest leaving Lisbon early in the morning and returning […]
Best Lisbon Street Food: Croquettes, Prego & More
Lisbon street food doesn’t typically come on wheels from trendy food trucks, but rather in long-standing establishments and revamped indoor markets. When we think of street food, we think of street carts, food trucks, and hot dogs in buns. But here in Portugal, it’s all about the cafés and pastelarias (pastry shops). Choosing what to […]
How to Make Caldo Verde: The Best Portuguese Kale Soup Recipe
If you love soup (and who doesn’t?), you’ll love Portugal. The heavenly smell will likely hit your nose before you even spot the pot bubbling on the stove. A common sight in countless Portuguese kitchens, soup is a comforting and easy dish that many people simply whip up with whatever they have on hand. But […]
Our Top 5 Authentic Fado Restaurants In Lisbon
Give your senses a treat and visit a fado restaurant in Lisbon. It doesn’t matter if you go alone. You can also call some friends and head out in a group. Regardless, the chatting stops once the lights dim. The fado takes over in intervals of 15–20 minutes. When the singing and guitars break, garlic, […]
7 Portuguese Sausages You Should Try (& How to Eat Them)
As an afternoon snack or an accompaniment to a full meal, sausages are an integral part of Portuguese cuisine. In fact, it’s quite a challenge to find a meat dish in Portugal without at least one kind of enchido, or traditional Portuguese sausage. You can find it in cozido, feijoada (bean stew) or even mixed […]
