When I received an invitation from Lisbon based tour company ‘Singular Trips’ for a food / tasting tour in Lisbon, I jumped at the opportunity and started organizing the trip immediately. Patricia, founder & owner of Singular Trips has a passion for introducing people to Portuguese food and culture.
When I received an invitation from Lisbon based tour company ‘Singular Trips’ for a food / tasting tour in Lisbon, I jumped at the opportunity and started organizing the trip immediately. Patricia, founder & owner of Singular Trips has a passion for introducing people to Portuguese food and culture.
The next day started with a lovely vegan breakfast my host family had prepared for me. Thank you ☺
Following this yummy breakfast, I stepped out into beautiful summer Lisbon to meet Patricia of Singular Trips as well as another participant of the tour. I was very excited about this experience. What all would we taste and see in one day?
At the first stop, a cute little coffee shop, I learned that the Portuguese are the real masters of coffee. Sorry Italy, but you are now number 2 for me.
My longtime friend and fellow travel blogger Elena @Creativelena (www.creativelena.com) from Austria as well as her mom joined us here for the tour.
Is it ever to early for a craft beer tasting? Singular Trips is proud to support local manufacturers and it was a great experience to taste the different craft beers and see how they are being produced.
(Photo credit: @Creativelena)
The day was filled with tastings and sightseeing. Patricia knows all the places any food and wine lover could wish for. I absolutely fell in love with “Ginjinha” a Portuguese liqueur, made by infusing ginja berries in alcohol and adding sugar together with other ingredients. As an absolute wine lover I enjoyed visits to wine shops and tasting rooms. Have I mentioned the famous Portuguese bread yet? Lisbon is definitely a foodie heaven.
Even though there were no vegan options really, I enjoyed the tour to the fullest (and the wine of course). Patricia is so knowledgeable of the city and its surrounds, that I definitely recommend any kind of tour with Singular Trips. Next time I want to visit a food market and get some fresh fruits and vegetables. Just ask Patricia and she’ll show you all the hidden gems of Lisbon. You’ll feel like being on tour with a friend and not a ‘guide ‘
Lisbon is worth a visit. Impressive architecture will await you.
With my head still full of memories and images of beautiful Lisbon I returned back to my host family late afternoon. As I thought my stay couldn’t get any better, I was welcomed with a vegan dinner. Sitting there with the family, exchanging more about our different cultures, I knew that a part of me will always stay in Lisbon and I can’t wait to be back.
Do you also want to experience Lisbon like a local?
Singular Trips offers different kinds of tours as well as traditional cooking classes / dining experiences with locals. This is an opportunity that you don’t want to miss. Check out their website for more details and info. http://www.singulartrips.com/
“Obrigada” (thank you) Patricia of Singular Trips, Cristina & Porfírio. Looking forward to come back to beautiful Lisbon some time again soon.
(Photo credit: @Creativelena)
Disclaimer: I was invited by Singular Trips for the tasting tour. All views in this article are my own.