With an experience and specialization with more than two decades of existence, Girassol – Loja de Flores bets on the quality of its products and services, in order to meet the needs of its customers. The plants and flowers they use come from local, national and international producers with recognized names in the market. Their activity is based on the preparation and home delivery of flower arrangements, decorations and plants, keeping an eye on trends, seasonal products, the occasion and each client’s specific request. At Girassol they understand that flowers are perfect gifts for every moment, applying rigour, beauty and dedication in the conception and execution of each order.
Portugalidades is a chain of stores, founded in 2010, which specializes in the sale of national handicraft pieces. This brand works directly with artisans and artists from various corners of Portugal, in order to fulfill its mission of exhibiting and promoting the best that is done in terms of Portuguese handicrafts, both at the traditional and contemporary levels.
Queijaria Amaral is the oldest cheese factory in Porto, having been founded in 1928. Since 2018 it has become one of the city’s historic shops as part of the “Porto de Tradição” municipal program.
In this establishment all products are of Portuguese origin. This cheese shop specializes in Serra da Estrela cheese, but it also includes a wide variety of cheese from other regions. It also has sections of cold cuts, ham and sausages, selling traditional smokehouse from the best regions of the country, as well as bread from Bragança, Mirandela and Avintes.
At Acqua you will find women’s clothing, shoes and accessories that will surely make a difference in your everyday looks. The store, decorated with style and taste, sells products of city and casual chic styles, all with great quality and comfort. It also sells vitamin supplements in the form of gums. The store staff strives for friendliness, being available to advise you whenever necessary, taking into account your needs and preferences. Whether it is a daily dress, a vintage suitcase or a scarf, you will be pleased with your customer experience at the Acqua Store.
Magia dos Sabores is a coffee and confectionery, inserted in a commercial gallery, managing to maintain a welcoming and familiar environment, with a friendly, attentive and personalised service, with the focus on the client. The Magia dos Sabores has at your disposal a variety of products, for different occasions, having baskets and thematic menus, depending on the event, either Christmas, Easter or Valentine’s Day. You can choose to take a coffee break or try one of its snacks, such as snacks or cakes, but also to stop and have a quick meal. There are various proposals, such as pizzas, hamburgers, salads, wraps, among others. There is a terrace, to enjoy on sunny days.
Ardina Tabacaria has been in operation for several decades, although its current owner has only been in charge of the destinations of this business for 17 years.
Located in Campo Alegre, in addition to the usual newspapers and magazines, this establishment is characterized by having at its disposal a wide variety of tobacco for sale.
Ardina Tabacaria also offers its clients a travel loading system for the metropolitan and bus network of Porto. Likewise, it markets a variety of lucky games.
Casa da Mariquinhas was founded in 1968 by Heitor Gil Vilhena, a city personality known not only for his business side, but also for his acting activity. Ten years ago it was acquired by the son of one of the singers who actually performed here, under the stage name Fanny Ramos. This place exudes fado through the pores of its granite walls. All the great names of national fado have passed through here and continue, which, without microphones and in an atmosphere of intimacy and proximity to the public, make Casa da Mariquinhas the ideal place to enjoy the best fado that is sung and touch this city. Unique experience accompanied by the best traditional Portuguese cuisine.
CAFFI, one of the reference stores in the city of Porto, was founded in May 1979 by Italo Caffi. Since the beginning it has been dedicated to the import, distribution, and commercialization of musical instruments, offering a wide range of products in its space, having as a principle an offer of finest quality, from the main world manufactures. In this sense, you can count on CAFFI with products ranging from wind instruments, string and bow instruments, keyboard instruments, percussion instruments, as well as audio items linked to the amplification of different instruments, accessories, bags, transport cases and musical materials supports.
Pérola da Índia opened its doors in 1934. It has belonged to the same family since its inauguration, and its third generation is now in charge of its destinies.
Located on the bustling Rua das Flores, it specializes in the trade of wines, varied drinks and even food products, with special emphasis on the selection of Port Wines and canned fish that attract customers daily. Here you can also find dried fruits, a wide variety of vegetables and several different types of coffee. The selection of quality products, coupled with a careful and family service makes Pérola da Índia one of the most charismatic shops in the city.
The Take Time Restaurant invites you to spend a pleasant moment, in the company of those you like best and in the company of good food. It has cafeteria service and bar service, and the space can be reserved for events such as birthdays or group dinners. The speciality is actually its cuisine, with bets on traditional Portuguese cuisine and the offer of dishes included in menus, at very competitive prices. The menu includes dishes such as veal “à jardineira” (served with potatoes, carrots and peas), grilled bream, hake fillets, grilled feasts, game sausage, “carne de porco à Alentejana” (pork with clams), grilled horse mackerel, gizzards cooked by the chef (house speciality), grilled ribs “à lagareiro” (cooked in olive oil) , Tripas à moda do Porto” (the most representative dish of Porto that dates back to the time of the Portuguese Discoveries is cooked with tripe and fat meat, accompanied with thick slices of dark bread; today instead of bread white beans are used), just to mention a few. There is a take-away service.
Lamparina® – Fábrica de Candeeiros is a handmade factory of vintage style lamps and is established in the Invicta city. It is exclusively dedicated to the creation of 17th century replicas of Art-New, Art’Deco, Dutch and rustic styles. All the lamps are made of bronze and sand fusion (casting), this makes their lamps match the season. Lamparina® has to offer a variety of lamps, ceiling lamps, table lamps, floor lamps and wall lamps, suitable for the decoration you want to impose in your space. This specialisation means that your service presupposes knowledge and advice that is equal to the client’s needs.
Humana is a non-profit association that promotes the reuse of used clothing through its second hand fashion stores. Since 1998, he has been working on environmental protection through textile reuse and conducting both development cooperation programs in Mozambique and Guinea-Bissau and local support in Portugal. It seeks to make the most of textile waste by collecting, through a network of containers, textile donations from citizens and preparing them for reuse. The goal is to give clothing a second life and favor the circular economy model. Through reuse, a waste is transformed into a resource.
