In the middle of 2020, in a context of summer and pandemic, the owner missed his native Bahia, its relaxed climate, a place to drink a cold beer, a place to feel at home. He noticed that this feeling was not unique, but of the entire Brazilian community living in the city. It was there that he decided to open the Boteco Pra Começar, according to the Brazilian tradition, to contagion the Invicta with a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere. According to them, its beer is “stupidly cold”, its portions are generous and have exclusive recipes from the “Patroa” of ‘dadinho de tapioca’ (tapioca little squares), cream topside, mini kibe, besides the traditional acarajé. They also have executive dinner menus.
Founded in 1972, the Esquina Livraria e Papelaria was initially, and with the dimension of neighborhood bookstore, linked to the new book. Over time, the rare, curious and valuable old book has naturally been imposed and is today the main care and interest of this house. As a bookstore they have, as a specialty, books of Art, Genealogy, Regionalism and, most particularly, the old book, that is, the 16th century, 17th century book. They have the privilege of having already passed through their bookshelves the best and rarest books of classic Portuguese literature. They sell but also buy, interested in buying libraries at home or abroad, as well as isolated books of value.
Plantizoo Aquariofilia sells pet food, accessories, fish and aquariums. That’s right, if you are looking for fish, this is the ideal place to find a wide range of tropical fish, from African, American cichlids to community fish. Looking for Flowerhorn, Livingstoni Nimbochromis, Synspilum Scallops, Cichla Bahia Gold, Thorichthys Ellioti, Champsochromis spilorhynchus, Panaque Nigrolinealtus? Most likely you will find it here. And if you don’t find it, it’s because those looking for you know Plantizoo Aquariophilia and anticipated it. You can also find aquariums of various sizes, food for your pets, among others.
Outras Marcas is a company founded by a team of professionals with over 30 years’ experience in the optical market. They work with a strong passion for fashion and an enormous enthusiasm for their products. The bet is to offer products that follow the latest market trends, combined with the concept of sustainable fashion. Many of their products are handmade, with biodegradable materials and free of harmful elements to the planet. For the comfort of its customers, it has implemented the system of tele-purchases, in which the customer benefits from specialised telephone assistance and receives his/her purchases at home, the system of private purchase, by appointment, and the system that allows experimenting at home.
Mie Scarpa is a women’s fashion store, offering a wide range of clothing, accessories and shoes from various brands. It is a cozy and well decorated space. One of its main features is the great importance it attaches to the personalized service with which it advises its clients and the warm manner in which it makes it a point to receive them. In fact, to quote management’s words, Mie Scarpa assumes itself as “a friendly door where customers are welcomed, where every piece of clothing or footwear is specially tailored to the profile and well-being of our friends and friends.”
Located right in front of Carvalhido’s church, Carvalhido Moda is a traditional ready-to-wear garment in which 90% of the items for sale are made in their own Portuguese fabrics. At Carvalhido Moda you will find a wide range of clothing for children, men and women. If you are in doubt about what you want to buy, you can count on the friendliness and experience of the staff, who will give you valuable help in making the choice that best suits your taste and characteristics. At Carvalhido Moda you will always find clothes with the recognized quality of the national textile industry, made with the best raw materials and at competitive prices.
Located very close to Marquês metro station, Ourivesaria Mioro specializes in jewels made of silver, a metal suitable for those who appreciate elegance and refinement with good taste and discretion, as well as for people allergic to nickel alloys. There are few more special gifts than a jewel. It is an object that goes from generation to generation and holds a unique sentimental value. At Ourivesaria Mioro you will benefit from a special, personalized and attentive service that will surely help you choose the perfect jewel to offer as a gift or even for you, whether it is a ring, a bracelet or a necklace.
Farmácia Barreiros is at the service of its customers 24 hours, every day. Its mission is to promote the health and well-being of more and more people so that they can live longer and better. At Farmácia Barreiros, clients will be able to count on an available, solid and dynamic team that, daily, seeks to maintain a stable and reliable relationship with customers. To this end, it ensures that all its employees have the necessary skills and experience to perform their duties. Farmácia Barreiros works every day to meet the expectations of its customers and to provide the best possible experience with the products and services available to them.
Bulha is a group of two restaurants in Porto specialized in traditional Portuguese food. Our menu always offers fresh products, being codfish dishes the ones that stand out the most. Our restaurant is also the only spot in town that cooks “flower octopus”. We’re located on Rua do Bonjardim. Here you can find various cod-based meals, octopus and shellfish.
Confectionery that stands out for the quality of the confection of its products, whether cakes, salty or bread. With a pleasant space and efficient service, you can come to Crystal Palace for breakfast or a mid-afternoon or morning snack and enjoy a coffee accompanied by one of its many cakes or miniatures. At festive times you can count on various typical cakes of the season, such as the King Cake that is made with the best quality candied fruit and nuts, not forgetting the use of pine nuts. At warmer heights you can use its pleasant terrace overlooking Sá Carneiro Square.
Existing mainly in places of temporary passage or other places of interest, such as subway stations or shopping malls, Jocorum is a tobacco shop that offers its customers a practical and careful service.
These stores specialize in selling a wide variety of tobacco products, providing the customer with various brands of regular tobacco but also electronic cigarettes.
Jocorum also sells daily newspapers and magazines (of various specializations) and offer gambling games as well as a variety of gifts such as postcards or special occasion cards.
Finogold was initially created for online catalogue sales. The need for a physical point was felt due to the rapid success of the company, with the aim of bringing human relations closer together and having in physical display the ex-libris of its catalogue – the wedding rings. The tradition of the city of Porto in the art of goldsmiths, combined with the geographical proximity of the headquarters, made it open its doors in this place. With a solid connection to goldsmith manufacturers and with more than 90 years of experience, it has in its catalogue a range of national products with proven manufacturing standards, especially wedding rings. It also offers a range of out of the ordinary wedding rings, in order to make a special day more special.
