Lama Lo has the best falafels in town! It’s a small hole-in-the-wall place with a limited menu but offers great food. You should definitely check it out!
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.
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!
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!
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.
You can find a variety of spices and chilies for Indian and Arabic cooking in Portugal through a few sources:
You can find Swedish food at a store called “Maravilhas Nórdicas,” which is known for its Scandinavian products. It’s located in the Cascais area. Additionally, there’s a Scandinavian store in Parede that many expats have recommended for Swedish delicacies.