Gourmet products local specialties and wines Vallée du Douro

This confeitaria installed in an old stone house with a terrace overlooking the Tâmega river makes homemade pastries and regional cakes. The Portuguese sweets to choose from in the window are a marvel and the offer is great: bolo de São Gonçalo, papos de anjo, foguetes, brisas... To be tasted preferably by the river, a real delight. The Confeitaria da Ponte dates from 1930 and is popular with the Portuguese who go there every day. The coffee is excellent. The welcome is quite good but can vary according to the day.

A store full of groceries and crafts. Each section of Sé Gourmet presents its own speciality: local and regional wines (with the possibility of tasting), jams and honeys from local producers, olive oil, some cheese and cold cuts, chocolate, a nice range of teas... Without forgetting the artisanal side, in the window and in the back store: pottery and ceramics among others. A nice place to find a souvenir that should please. Available reception. Ask for advice without hesitation.

The originality of these wine cellars lies in the fact that they are dug in blue granite, ideal for the conservation of wines. The cellars of Murganheira offer an instructive visit about the history of the place and the production of sparkling wine from different Portuguese and foreign grape varieties. It takes about 25 minutes to get there by car from Lamego. The visit lasts one hour. At the end you will be strongly tempted to buy one or more bottles to take home or to offer to relatives. The visit is worth it. Dynamic guide.

It is at this butcher's that the inhabitants of the village come to do their shopping. The employees are adorable and will make you taste their tasty home-made sausages and smoked hams, they will even offer you a glass of wine to make it all go down! You can also find excellent cheeses, honey and jams. We can vacuum pack your purchases, perfect to bring back in your suitcase or if you want to make a picnic.

This shop has been known locally since 1925 for its specialties inspired by conventual pastries, made with eggs and sugar, including bolos and pasteis de nata. Also bread and macaroons. It's up to you to choose in the window and behind the counter. There are three establishments in the city (11 Largo Pelourinho, Rua St António and Rua Antonio Azevedo). Everyone's sweet tooth will be fully satisfied. On the spot or to take away. The atmosphere is friendly, family oriented. The Portuguese love it, as do the tourists.

To taste the specialties of conventual pastries, it is in this centennial Portuguese pastry shop held by women who perpetuate the tradition that you must go. Casa Lapão is a paradise for food lovers. Excellent cockerels, as well as the delicious pitos de Santa Luzia and the wonderful regional sweets. On the spot (with a hot drink) you will enjoy the authentic atmosphere of a pastelaria . Locals and tourists alike can be found at any time of the day. Friendly and smiling welcome.