A Taste of Lisbon
The “Classic” Restaurants in Lisbon
If there are people who arrive in Lisbon and have never heard about Gambrinus or Faz Figura, little have they heard about Lisbon. Those restaurants that have been on the top quality restaurant list for over ten years and are what we call the “Classics”. But more than based on longevity, this term applies to those restaurants that have stood out for their special and traditional service that has become familiar to locals. Those restaurants that maintain their cooking loyal to the typical Portuguese flavours and a decoration that makes them stand out for a particular reason.
These are the restaurants that have become a reference in Lisbon. They are an obligatory stop for those who are visiting Lisbon for a short, or long, period of time and would like to leave with a real flavour of the city.
A Passion For Pastries
Flour, cinnamon, eggs, sugar, tradition and modernisation are some of the ingredients used to produce the delicious Portuguese pastries. In every café you enter in Lisbon, you will probably find the most mouth-watering Bola de Berlim, Pastel de Nata, or Travesseiro. During Christmas time, the Bolo Rei is present in every window show case. If you are not already a fan, Lisbon will definitely spark in you a passion for pastry.
A Typical Treat: Tasquinhas around old Lisbon
The capital city of the great Discoveries period has become a place to be discovered itself. Many of its secrets are still hidden around the winding and cobbled streets of the Alfama district, one of the oldest Bairros of the city. Certainly one of the best hidden secrets of the city, are its tasquinhas, small cosy restaurants that serve typical homemade dishes.
There is no better morning than a sunny Lisbon one. If you can have breakfast served on a terrace overlooking the city and the river, you have definitely been blessed with a great treat. The ever-changing light of the morning hours is reflected on the houses that hang along the city’s hills. Make sure you enjoy a good breakfast because, ironically, the best way to get to know Lisbon is by walking around its steep cobbled streets.
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