In the middle of old Foz, you will find the pleasant corner that is Papelaria Jomar, a place with a great longevity, with a history of over 60 years. Its current owner, Mr. Lucílio is 86 years old and has been his employee since the age of 16. At this moment it is his daughter who is in charge of this space, where he will find a little of everything: like national and international newspapers and magazines, tobacco, ice cream, stationery, school supplies and toys. That is, you can keep up to date, get a last-minute gift or simply eat an ice cream. You will be well received, with sympathy and attention in a space with a lot of tradition.
Moinho do Lanço is a cafeteria and restaurant, with a cosy and familiar atmosphere, a decoration that mixes rustic and contemporary, with a covered terrace, all the elements that the establishment offers so that, as mentioned by the others, “you feel at home”. The offer is varied and homely. There are hot chocolate, homemade cakes, toast, natural juices, rustic bread sandwiches, dogs, hamburgers, omelettes, typically Portuguese snacks, various versions of the famous Francesinha (a sandwich from the city of Porto, consisting of sausage, fresh sausage, ham, cold meats and beef steak, covered with cheese later melted; it is garnished with a tomato, beer and piri-piri sauce and can be served with French fries as a side dish), in puff pastry or ‘bolo do caco’ (made with wheat flour, yeast, water and salt; with these ingredients a dough is made; wafers are formed about 3 cm thick and at least a palm diameter; traditional baking is done on a basalt stone, properly heated for the purpose, until a hot temperature is reached. It is commonly used to make sandwiches based on the ‘bolo do caco’ and various fillings such as beefsteak, ham, swordfish, octopus, among others), pizzas, and daily dishes, made based on traditional Portuguese cuisine, served on menus with competitive prices. It has take-away service.
Despite being a relatively recent project, Ildefonso Optical Boutique’s promoters already have over half a century of experience in the field of optics. The boutique, which has a carefully selected selection of retro, classic and avant-garde glasses and works with the best lens brands on the market, is exclusively dedicated to the best brands from independent designers and aims to establish itself as a space where the glasses are elevated to the level of small pieces of art. Ildefonso Optical Boutique also offers professional visual advice, by a close and caring relationship with its clients.
Armazém dos Linhos was born in 1905 and has been dedicated since the 1950’s to the production of printed fabrics with traditional Portuguese designs. In 2011 this space was in danger of closing doors, which was the ideal opportunity for the new owners, Filipa and Leonor Pinto Basto, to rewrite the fate of this traditional company.
The main idea of the project is to recover the patterns of Alcobaça cheetahs by reproducing old patterns and looking for new and contemporary applications for these fabrics.
Armazém dos Linhos also offers a range of national linen and fabrics, as well as its own brand, with a collection of bags, wallets and kitchen, table and home lines.
Currently having 11 salons in Greater Porto, the Inês Pereira brand has been a reference in the service of excellence in the beauty sector for 30 years.
In order to provide high quality service to those who visit our establishments, achieving amazing results, Inês Pereira salons have technicians with specialized training and proven experience in the area. Through this degree of demand that it places itself, the brand results in the proven loyalty of its customers, which creates an incentive for them to be in constant pursuit of innovation.
Collectiva is an independent platform and store-gallery. Arises with the intention of promoting the Portuguese jewelery of author in the feminine. It is based on criteria of identity, contemporaneity and exclusivity, and aims to promote the work of emerging Portuguese designers and brands, with limited editions and exclusive pieces, as well as a wider program of exhibitions and regular events. This is also a space for reflection on design and the act of artistic creation, current Portuguese jewelery and the relationship of the product with the market, the public and urban culture. The founders of Collectiva are the authors Ana Bragança, Joana Santos, Lia Gonçalves, Marta Pinto Ribeiro and Susana Teixeira.
Meu Pão bakery wants you to spend an unforgettable afternoon with your friends, enjoying the delicious coffee and cakes it has to offer. The service is friendly, the atmosphere is warm and spacious, where you can have coffee, eat anything or wrap yourself in your favourite book. They serve meals, either breakfasts and snacks, or lunches, with local dishes, with emphasis on their freshness and particular taste. They serve fresh bread, cakes and various pastries, to convince their customers in moments of pause. According to them, “serving our guests is our passion. For food bloggers: taking pictures and posting them on Instagram is simple, just access their free Wi-Fi.
Supersónica is a leather repair shop that has been serving the city for over five decades. It has been a family business since its inception, and remains so to this day.
Specialized in the repair of leather parts, this workshop is prepared to repair all types of products made with this raw material, be they shoes, wallets or even jackets, among many other examples.
At the A Supersónica establishment, located in the Bolhão area, you will find a team that will best assist you in solving your problem, always with the wisdom gained through decades of experience in this sector.
O Ernesto is a restaurant that has been in existence since 1938 and specializes in traditional Portuguese food. The name of the restaurant originated in 1968 when Ernesto Pereira, the father of the current owner, buys the place and calls it “The Ernesto”. In 1990, Reinaldo Pereira, his son, became the owner of this same restaurant. After the completion of works and deep remodeling, the space known today is reborn, where the modern decoration blends with the rustic architecture of the building. Portuguese cuisine remains the strong point of this emblematic restaurant in the city, with a varied menu for all tastes, from starters to dessert.
Amaro, Freitas & Jones has existed since 1923. Initially, it dedicated itself to the sale of industrial accessories and tools for the most varied purposes and in the late 60s it created a section specialised in the sale of hand and electric tools, with the first shop in self-service system. The marketing of brands such as Black & Decker, Bosch, Super Star, Stanley, Peugeot, etc. allowed a great growth and the dissemination through leaflets, catalogues and advertisements in the press making Amaro, Freitas & Jones known throughout the country. Mail order was always present, covering the whole national territory. Currently, they have an online shop, where they also intend to be a reference.
Always seeking the highest service of excellence, the 16 Bruxelas stores scattered from north to south of Portugal have as their primary objective customer satisfaction in a scenario that combines elegance, comfort, quality and refinement.
The establishments in this chain are dedicated to their dedication and commitment to respond effectively to their customers’ demands, providing various clothing solutions, tailored to each occasion and each client.
Special attention is paid to the quality / price ratio, with the aim of offering the best quality products at the lowest price, coupled with professional, personalized attention focused on details.
More than 110 years old, founded in 1908, Vidraria Fonseca offers all kinds of glass products and services: decorative, lacquered and resin glass, mirrors, windows, safety glass, glass fittings, etc. It is born by the entrepreneurial spirit of Manuel Francisco da Fonseca with its first establishment in Rua das Velas, having from various establishments around the city.
Accompanying the technological evolution of glass, the constant modernization of its machines and the high professionalism of its collaborators provide the constant improvement of the centenary Vidraria Fonseca.
