The Essence of the Book is, as the name suggests, a bookshop. It was born from the owner's passion for books and reading, and it is characterised by being an inviting, welcoming space, where customers can feel as if they were at home. For the owner, this is the factor that determines the return of customers to the shop. Open since 2021, the Essência do Livro offers the main novelties and launchings, but also promotes the sale of articles in outlet, which represents the possibility of finding excellent opportunities there. Not to be missed.
Cheese, wine, vegetables.
Segunda-feira a Sábado: 10h - 19h | Domingo: encerrado
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Address:
Rua da Alegria, 390
Postal Code:
4000-035
City Zone:
Baixa
Mobile Phone:
935910205
Email:
monica.silva@essenciadolivro.com
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Alternatively, if you would like to purchase a copy of this property’s catalog from the comfort of your own home, you may do so through the website provided for this purpose.
