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Bistrô by Vila Foz: Dining at the Market in Matosinhos

Greg Boegner — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:15:00 +0000

Set inside the lively Mercado Municipal de Matosinhos, Bistrô by Vila Foz brings a touch of culinary pedigree to one of northern Portugal’s most authentic food destinations. The restaurant occupies one of several dining spots lining the perimeter of the market’s bright, modernist hall—placing it just steps away from the fish stalls that have made Matosinhos synonymous with exceptional seafood. Opened in 1952 near the Port of Leixões, the market remains both a working marketplace and a destination for food […]

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Matosinhos Christmas Village and Artisans Market

PC Staff — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:17:00 +0000

Matosinhos has certainly found the holiday spirit. Christmas Village Christmas magic has arrived in Praça Guilherme Pinto in Matosinhos, where the charming Christmas Village is now open for the season. The festive space is filled with activities for all ages, from lively Christmas parades and concerts to theater performances, storytelling sessions, musical moments, and roaming entertainment throughout the square. Visitors will also find reading corners, themed workshops, a classic carousel, a Ferris wheel, a children’s train, and of course, Santa’s […]

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Sandhouse – Pool Deck, Lounge in Matosinhos

Greg Boegner — Sun, 23 Aug 2015 11:25:25 +0000

It’s a daytime deck for pool and play. It’s a sunset lounge for chilling out and chats. It’s a late night club music and mingling. It’s on the beach for your seaside fun. It’s Sandhouse at the Edificio Transparente in Matosinhos, just west of Porto. During the day, Sandhouse is a chic spot for tanning by the pool. Order a light lunch from the menu of Mediterranean- and Asian-influenced sandwiches and snacks. As the sun travels across the sky and […]

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Teddies by Ana João – Porcelain Teddy Bear-Inspired Jewelry

Greg Boegner — Sun, 22 Mar 2015 16:26:46 +0000

Creative and innovative Portuguese product designer Ana João is at it again. She has designed lamps resembling peacocks, marigolds and black widow spiders. She has created whimsical stools in the shape of raspberries. Already on the drawing board are contemporary design, avian-inspired teapots. But first, very busy Ana João launches a jewelry collection that is as endearing as it is original: Teddies pendants and necklaces. For Ana João, this project is quite personal. “Teddies are very special to me because […]

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Superdry Comes to Portugal

PC Staff — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 18:25:48 +0000

Superdry, the British streetwear brand with a Japanese attitude has arrived in Portugal. Founded after an inspirational trip to Tokyo, Superdry is a fusion of Japanese graphics, British tailoring and vintage Americana styling. The clothing is fresh, fun, function and fine quality. The first store sits in the heart of Porto on Rua das Carmelitas. A second store is in Mar Shopping in Matoshinhos. They have an extensive range of clothing for men and women. Casual and cool products include […]

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Casa de Chá da Boa Nova

Greg Boegner — Tue, 22 Jul 2014 13:55:42 +0000

Two titans of their respective industries join together to create what is sure to be an instant classic in the world of Portuguese cuisine. Pritzker prize-winning architect Álvaro Siza Vieira is responsible for design, and superstar celebrity chef Rui Paula crafts the Michelin star-honored menu. The iconic Casa de Chá da Boa Nova is renovated, reopened and taking reservations for elegant dining on the water’s edge in Leça da Palmeira in Matosinhos, near Porto. The original Casa de Chá da […]

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