Local Insights for a Global Community

Freshly roasted coffee is one of life’s small luxuries, and for many expats it quickly becomes part of the daily “taste of home” ritual. Whether you’ve just landed in Cascais–Estoril or you’re a Lisbon weekender hunting for beans to fill your suitcase, these three micro-roasters have you covered with consistent…

You can find fresh lemongrass in several places between Lisbon and Cascais. Here are a couple of recommendations:

Many supermarkets carry fresh yeast, but you won’t find it in the baking aisle, because it needs to be kept chilled. Depending on where you shop, you may find it in the dairy case, or near the eggs. At Lidl, it comes in a block, next to the butter.

Sour cream is available at several locations around Cascais. Aldi and Auchan are good options; look for it labeled as “nata ácido.” You can also find it at Intermarché and Continente, although some expats have noted that the texture can vary. Please note that on the Continente website, it may…