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Latest porto Stories

Beyond Francesinhas: Neighborhood by Neighborhood, Bite by Bite

Oficina dos Rissóis: Pastry Makeover

Porto |
By Rafael Tonon
Porto -- More than a food staple, the rissol is also a symbol of the popular culture in Portugal, where locals eat it standing at counters, always paired with a cup of coffee – or a glass of tap beer from eleven o'clock onwards. Read more
Porto -- Rissóis (plural) are half-moon-shaped savory pastries of peasant origins, and from grandmothers' houses to bakeries to the classic tascas, they are as ubiquitous in Portugal as cod fritters. However, the rissol is less popular than its contender, even though it is the perfect appetizer for any occasion, with a variety of different fillings which range from minced beef to shrimp. Read more
January 25, 2024

A Regaleira: The Francesinha Comes Home

Porto |
By Cláudia Brandão
Porto “Bom filho à casa torna,” we like to say in Portuguese, a maxim that translates to “a good son comes home.” Can the saying be applied to a sandwich? In Porto, we would argue, the answer is yes, especially now that A Regaleira, the birthplace of the francesinha – Porto’s signature dish – is open again after being closed for three years. Read more
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