Few pastries have won over as many hearts (and tastebuds) as Portuguese custard tarts. Visitors line up outside popular bakeries for them. Locals have strong opinions about which places make the best. The treats in question are Portuguese custard tarts, or pastéis de nata. What came about as a result of some 18th-century monks doing […]
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Behind the Bite: Pastéis de Nata
This post is part of our Behind the Bite series, deep dives into the dishes that we can’t stop thinking about. If you really want to get under the skin of Lisbon, head to a pastelaria. In every neighborhood of the city, old ladies brush shoulders with hipsters, inspecting the mind-boggling array of pastries laid out […]
What to Buy in Lisbon, Portugal: 5 Perfect Souvenirs
Souvenirs don’t need to be just fridge magnets and t-shirts. Find something special to take home to remember Lisbon. You don’t need our advice on where to pick up typical souvenirs in Lisbon. Take a walk through the Baixa and you’ll find dozens of shops selling the usual suspects. And don’t get us wrong: we […]
The Best Food in Lisbon: Our Guide to Where and What to Eat!
No one in Lisbon rushes a meal, even during busy lunchtime. It’s not just about eating. It’s a complete cultural experience. Ask any local where to go for lunch or dinner, and you’ll walk out of the conversation with a long list of places that’s good enough for one week even if you’re only staying […]
The 4 Best Places To Try Custard Tarts in Lisbon
It won’t take long after arriving in Lisbon to notice Portugal’s affinity for sugar. Cafés showcase long, glass counters filled with everything sweet from cookies and cakes to a variety of tarts. And soon, you may notice a few of the usual suspects that are always on display. The most popular sweet is Lisbon’s pastel […]