‘Buenos Dias, Matosinhos!’ There’s a new francesinha restaurant next door
Restaurant openings go on and on in Porto and the surrounding area. This time, we’re taking you to Matosinhos to discover another new spot specializing in…...
Food & Drink
Attention, controversy (or not) in sight: gizzards on the list of the world’s worst snacks
Portuguese gastronomy is often highlighted across borders. For example, recently Pastéis de Belém and Pastéis de Nata were considered the best cakes in the world. However, the picture seems to change when it comes to gi...
8 restaurants that have opened in recent months to try, in Porto and beyond
From fancy places to more welcoming options, Porto has no shortage of excellent restaurants capable of pleasing ‘Greeks and Trojans’. With Asian and traditional flavors, we’ve put together a list of so...
Who takes the crown of monarch in Portuguese gastronomy?
During the festive season, cod cannot be missing from a Portuguese table. Whether it’s for Christmas Eve or New Year’s Eve dinner, the truth is that we can’t…...
Where you can find delicious Bolos-Reis in Porto (with bonus)
There are several sweets in Porto’s confectionery shops that we love, or simply try the most typical dishes. However, as Christmas approaches, Bolo-Rei is one of the most…...
Buffet restaurants: 5 suggestions to eat (and eat again and again) in Greater Porto
At Porto Secreto we’re always looking for tips and itineraries to suit you. From suggestions for places to eat pizza, burgers and even…...
10 cod dish ideas for your Christmas dinner
We’re getting closer and closer to Christmas Eve, so it’s important to take care of the presents and, of course, the table for the whole family. In this context, we dedicate this article to the ‘king&#...
A new Pastel pays tribute to the city of Porto
Quality gastronomy is one of Porto’s strong points, or it wouldn’t be Europe’s Best Emerging Gastronomic Destination. But if Porto were a flavor, what would it…...
7 of the best places to drink bubble tea in Porto
In recent times, Porto has seen the emergence of several spaces dedicated to bubble tea. As we’re fans of Asian products and cuisine here, whether it’s the best restaurants or the…...
8 places to buy delicious chocolates in Porto (and beyond)
As the Christmas season approaches, all we can think about is chocolates, right? Tablets, bonbons, truffles and brigadeiros fill our imaginations. After all, we like them in all shapes and forms. For all the sweet&helli...