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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…

You can find spring onions at the Cascais Market, which operates on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Most larger supermarkets, like Pingo Doce, also stock them. Additionally, Continente in Cascais Shopping has spring onions available. Happy shopping!

You can find fresh dill in several places around Cascais. The Cascais market, which operates on Wednesdays and Fridays, is a great spot to check for fresh herbs. Additionally, the Russian store “Berezka,” the supermarket “Supermercado Tradicional,” and Auchan sometimes carry fresh dill. Also, the Mercardo sells dill seeds, and…