Frida – Porto (Portugal)

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A real taste of Mexico in Portugal! Frida (Cocina Mestiza) is a welcoming Mexican restaurant in Porto, near artistically vibrant Miguel Bombarda street. The decor is simply stunning with many nods to Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, the restaurant’s namesake.

Frida Cocina Mestiza Porto interior

Frida Cocina Mestiza Porto Frida Kahlo

This charming independent restaurant is owned by João and Sol. The interesting story of this Portuguese and Mexican couple appears on their website, menu and even the restaurant’s ceiling!

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Cervejaria Gazela – Porto (Portugal)

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I’m making my way through Porto’s famous foods so cachorrinhos (Portuguese mini hot dogs) were a must! Of course, I had to try them at Cervejaria Gazela, the birthplace of these moreish hot dogs dating back to the early 1960s.

Cervejaria Gazela Cachorrinho Porto fries

Gazela Cachorrinho Porto Portuguese hot dog

A cachorrinho is made up of a long, thin crispy bun filled with fresh sausage, linguiça (thin, spicy cured pork sausage) and melty cheese. It’s pressed and toasted till golden, brushed with a spicy sauce, then sliced into bite-sized pieces so it can be eaten with your hands. A delicious snack that’s perfect with fries and a cold Super Bock beer!

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