Founded in 1860, the centuries-old Casa dos Linhos is located in the heart of Porto, right in front of the Bolhão market, being one of the oldest and most traditional embroidery, lace and linen establishments in the city. Based on the Portuguese culture and tradition of manually working linen, sheets, towels and other textiles, from which the country’s female hands have created true works of art over the centuries, Casa Dos Linhos is dedicated to prominent Portuguese handicraft trade.
It is a reference space for customers and tourists, who can purchase the product while being carefully informed and advised about its use and maintenance.
Located in one of the most exclusive areas of the city of Porto, Two Friends is dedicated exclusively to men’s fashion and has as its motto “elegance, style and tradition.” It aims to be a new concept in menswear in Porto, where tradition and avant-garde coexist, in which the classic is combined with the best that the latest trends in menswear have to offer. All the pieces for sale are entirely made in Portugal, obeying the highest quality standards in the area in terms of design confection and raw materials. Currently, the brand is marketed in Portugal in its own stores and already has the preference of hundreds of customers.
The gastronomic concept of Casa Virtude mirrors the virtues of the best of Portuguese cuisine, the excellent products of our country and the very rich history that it contains.
With a welcoming atmosphere and using traditional flavors that remind us of the family, Casa Virtude intends, through its letter, to convey to those who visit it, the comforting feeling transmitted by national food.
In addition to its menu, Casa Virtude also stands out for its location in one of the most inspiring and magical places in the city, right in the historic center, with a superb view over the Douro River.
UfaLufa opened in 2016 and owes its name to the frantic and mind-boggling rhythm of mothers and children, who never stop quiet. Here you can find products dedicated to the children’s universe, especially brands that do not have mass distribution. The owners of the store, both mothers, try to combine the design of the pieces with its didactic side, while also considering a good price-quality relation. The store is divided in 2 areas: one with clothes for babies and children up to six years old (mostly handmade with organic materials and Portuguese brands), and another with toys, games and decorative pieces. UfaLufa has website and online sale.
Kit Shop was founded in 1998 and specializes in the trade of professional sound and light equipment and technical assistance in this area. Its focus is customer satisfaction. At Kit Shop you can count on the personalized service of a technician with over 40 years of experience in the area, who provides his clients with expert advice and also repairs sound, light and instrument equipment. In addition to the quality of its service, Kit Shop offers its customers a wide range of quality products for professionals and amateurs, such as mixing desks, speakers or microphones.
There is cherry in Porto. One of the best known Portuguese liqueurs has a space in the city of Porto. Ginja in Porto sells liqueurs but its specialty is the Óbidos cherry. The cherry, or ginjinhas, is a liqueur obtained by macerating the cherry, very similar to cherry, extremely popular in Portugal, especially in Óbidos, Lisbon, Alcobaça and Algarve. It is a product whose maceration lasts at least one year and does not use artificial colors or preservatives. At Ginja in Porto you can taste, advising to taste in a glass of chocolate, but you can also buy bottles to offer or enrich your personal wine cellar.
Open to the public since July 2017, Biscoito Sweets & Snacks offers its customers a wide range of homemade jams and cookies.
In this cozy space you can try pancakes, brownies and “brigadeiros” that will surely delight you.
With “day menus” available and brunch at any time, at Biscoito Sweets & Snacks you can also enjoy a more enhanced meal.
Vegetarian and vegan options are not overlooked either, making this establishment an interesting place for those with dietary restrictions.
With an establishment located in the heart of Porto, right next to the Bolhão Market, Castro Hair presents itself as a beauty salon, barber shop, aesthetics and massage therapy. In this salon you can enjoy services such as shaving, brushing, colouring, spa, massage and waxing.
Committed to providing quality services and achieving customer satisfaction, this space is endowed with a competent and effective team, with all the knowledge to personally advise anyone who visits this shop. Castro Hair runs its activity always aiming to offer the best possible final result to its clients.
Collectiva is an independent platform and store-gallery. Arises with the intention of promoting the Portuguese jewelery of author in the feminine. It is based on criteria of identity, contemporaneity and exclusivity, and aims to promote the work of emerging Portuguese designers and brands, with limited editions and exclusive pieces, as well as a wider program of exhibitions and regular events. This is also a space for reflection on design and the act of artistic creation, current Portuguese jewelery and the relationship of the product with the market, the public and urban culture. The founders of Collectiva are the authors Ana Bragança, Joana Santos, Lia Gonçalves, Marta Pinto Ribeiro and Susana Teixeira.
Bao’s brought Taiwanese street food to Porto.
Located in the Cedofeita area, it offers its guests a menu full of options where the base is bao, the steamed bread that gives the establishment its name. With a variety of meat and fish options, as well as vegetarian options, there are baos for all tastes.
The side dishes are also delicious, with french fries and sweet potato with cheese sauce or wasabi mayonnaise, for example.
You can also opt for a rice bowl or a noodle soup for your meal.
For dessert, enjoy an ice cream or pie, always in a relaxed and youthful atmosphere that characterizes Bao’s.
In the heart of the city, you will discover Neves & Loureiro, an establishment where you can supply all kinds of electrical equipment, from lamps to sockets, threads, electrical wires and all a vast array of adjacent products. At your disposal is also a diverse selection of small appliances. The service in the Neves & Loureiro space is made by a team of dynamic and young, technically competent staff who intend to keep alive the traditional spirit of this house, providing a friendly service that aims to answer all your needs.
If you are looking for clothing and accessories for Surf, Skate and snow sports activities, you can find them right in the city centre, in Quiksilver Porto.
In this shop you can buy menswear, womenswear and even skate shoes. But that is not all: here you will discover the most diverse accessories: sunglasses, surf and bodyboard wetsuits, technical t-shirts, chains to hold the board, bags, among other products.
Quicksilver, based in California, is recognised as one of the world’s leading brands of surfing clothing and equipment related to board sports.
