#eating out

Ordering in a Portuguese Pastelaria

How the counter works, what the coffee words actually mean, which pastries are worth the queue, and why standing up usually costs less than sitting down.

Where to Eat in Lisbon: A Practical Shortlist

How to eat well in Lisbon: what a tasca is and why it beats the smart places, grilled fish done simply, the sandwiches worth crossing town for, and the markets that are and are not worth it.