We spent today in Cascais, billed as “Portugal’s most chic resort,” just a short train ride from Lisbon. I don’t know what that means but I do know we visited some great shops, the best fresh Italian pasta restaurant and some great gelato. And just as importantly Brett had the chance to practice her Italian, on an Italian, living in Portugal…finally starting to get some of my money back!
Walking around the town in 70 degree weather (Joanie, “wish I would have brought my jacket”) was so refreshing and watching the beach volleyball, no hands version, made for a great day.
Bonus…suns out buns out.
More Highlights:
* Alfama Doce – Great coffee and pastries.
* Aqafarina – THE best homemade pastas with great service…no really, the best Italian food not in Italy.
Manteigaria – Crazy good pastel de nata (Portuguese egg custard tart pastry)…back twice. Joanie and Brett are now diabetics too.
* By The Wine for cheese tray and wine. Ask for Ricardo, best pourer.
* Fado Na Morgadinha- Good hidden local outdoor setting with awesome live entertainment…locals with great vocals…belting Portuguese songs.
On to Amsterdam tomorrow…
McGaffs On The Fly 