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Are there any good dim sum restaurants in Cascais?
There are a couple of good options for dim sum in the area! You might want to try Macau Dimsum in Oeiras, which has received positive reviews for its steamed buns, BBQ pork, and radish cake. Additionally, there’s Estoril Mandarim at Casino Estoril, where they serve dim sum during lunch.
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Are there any good chocolate shops in Cascais?
Diogo Vaz in Mercado da Vila where they sell high-quality chocolate. They control the process from growing cocoa to selling the final product in the shop. You should definitely check out ! https://www.diogovaz.pt
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Where can I find truffle paste or fresh truffles in Cascais?
You might find truffle products at Emporio Italia. Gourmet Italiano in Cascais sometimes offers white truffles, but you need to pre-order. Additionally, the restaurant Fiammetta in Lisbon has a small deli where you might find truffle products. I also saw truffle paste at Mundo Cascais. Happy truffle hunting!
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Can you recommend a good hummus in the area?
I’ve heard the yummiest hummus is from Zaytouna Cascais. Additionally, if you enjoy making it at home, one expat shared a tip about peeling the chickpeas after boiling to achieve a smoother texture. Enjoy!
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Where can I find spring onions in Cascais?
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!
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Are there any good Japanese grocery stores in the area?
Check out Goyo-Ya, a small Japanese grocery in Estoril. They have sauces, sake, unagi, sweets, and snacks. It’s a great spot for Japanese ingredients!
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Where can I find tamarind paste in Cascais?
You can find tamarind paste at Auchan. Additionally, there’s a store called Supermercado Chen, which is near the airport and has a wide range of Asian ingredients, including tamarind paste.
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Where can I find certain spices and chilies for Indian and or Arabic cooking in Portugal?
You can find a variety of spices and chilies for Indian and Arabic cooking in Portugal through a few sources:
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I’m looking to reupholster a chair
I suggest reaching out to Miguel Gama for upholstery services. You can contact him at (+351) 219 809 600 or visit his website at miguel-gama.pt. Many expats have had positive experiences with his work, and he is known for being affordable.
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Where can I apply for a European Health Insurance Card? Advice and application details.
To apply for a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) through the Social Security Direct website, ensure you have your Social Security Identification Number (NISS) and User Number ready. These are the key details you will need for the application process. Follow these simple steps to apply for your EHIC: Once…