Saudade is both nostalgia and longing—it’s the feeling of missing something before you’re even done with it. And that’s exactly what you’ll feel as you explore the Portuguese capital, feeling the light breeze from the sea and conquering its many hills. Lisbon is the kind of place that will make you crave going back for more.
A lot of that has to do with the food: addictive pastéis de nata, freshly grilled sardines, and seafood so good you wouldn’t believe it came out of a can. Come hungry and let your appetite guide the way!
Zé da Mouraria is one of the Lisbon restaurants where locals eat traditional Portuguese food.
This blog post was originally posted on November 21, 2018 and was updated on October 28, 2020. 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 […]
Tascantiga is one of the best restaurants in Sintra for fabulous petiscos.
This blog post was originally posted on June 19, 2019 and was updated on October 28, 2020. Walking the green hills of Sintra always works up an appetite—but luckily, you don’t have to head far from the city center to find the perfect restaurant. To truly enjoy a Sintra day trip, you’ll want to leave Lisbon […]
Croquetes are one of the many salgados (savoury treats) that you can try in Lisbon.
This blog post was originally posted on November 7, 2018 and was updated on October 21, 2020. 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. […]
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