11 best gifts to bring from Lisbon

If you're thinking of travelling to Lisbon soon then this post is for You!

Lisbon is a modern, urban, and also old city where you'll feel like time has stopped there. Nevertheless, there is so much to see and to bring home with you.

Here are my 11 best ideas you can get from there that portray the city's vibe and traditions.

1 - Cork products

Lisbon is the world's leading producer of cork, so this material is used to create many different Products such as wallets, bags, kitchen utensils, phone cases, etc.

Here is a list of these great products that can be found on Amazon:

Portuguese cork handbag: https://amzn.to/3L8bpM4

Handmade Portuguese cork bracelet: https://amzn.to/41JmFn3

Portuguese Blue and white Tile Azulejo coaster: https://amzn.to/3Il4M7p

Handmade Vegan Portuguese cork Passport wallet: https://amzn.to/3o5CEOL

2 - Filigree jewelry

Since the beginning of the 16th century, Portugal has had the flourishment of this jewelry-making technique called filigree. One good example is Viana's heart.

Here are some good examples:

Portuguese filigree earrings: https://amzn.to/3obJiTy

Filigree ring: https://amzn.to/3MeMfe2

Filigree pendant: https://amzn.to/3MdaUQ1

Filigree costume: https://amzn.to/3pTMPWU

3 – Portuguese ceramics

Portuguese ceramics dates back to prehistoric times. Pieces made of terracotta with Moorish-like patterns are very popular and traditional in Lisbon and can be found in many restaurants.

Here are some examples:

Hand-painted butter dish: https://amzn.to/3WcOrqW

Terracotta sausage roaster: https://amzn.to/42N8GOj

Terracotta casserole with lid: https://amzn.to/3MzLU76

Ceramic salt cellar: https://amzn.to/41Hiybj

Decorative platter: https://amzn.to/4345QEz

Viana Lovers sugar bowl: https://amzn.to/3IpuWWp

Bordalo Pineiro cabbage set: https://amzn.to/3IjhlzN

Vista Alegre coffee set: https://amzn.to/3A5ivux

Liquor bottle: https://amzn.to/3WnQLvl

4 – Portuguese tiles

Portuguese tiles date back to the 13th century when the Moors invaded Portugal. They are known to have a distinct blue-tinted hand-painted art. They can be seen everywhere outside the buildings as a means of decoration, at the table as coasters, etc.

Here are some good examples:

Trivet tile with Portuguese design: https://amzn.to/3oaqZOD

Coasters: https://amzn.to/434TdsO

Cork trivet: https://amzn.to/45eC0PG

https://amzn.to/3mNuAkT

5 – Portuguese linens/ embroidery

Portuguese linens and embroidery are well known for their quality and beauty. They can be found in local shops or souvenir shops. Madeira Island embroidery is really astonishing!

Here are some examples:

Table runner: https://amzn.to/3ogvgjx

Tablecloth from Viana: https://amzn.to/3OiEUgd

https://amzn.to/438OsOV

Bread bag: https://amzn.to/41J7iuY

Placemat & napkin: https://amzn.to/3WdSaVi

6 – Portuguese olive oil

It's world-renowned for its fruity, golden color.

Here are some good examples:

https://amzn.to/43a8Vmm

https://amzn.to/45eQ63y

7 – Pastéis de Belém/ Nata

Pastéis de Belém/nata are really popular and unique, so if you go to Lisbon you can’t miss them!

Good example:

https://amzn.to/3OjpOH5

Also, some good places where you can buy the best pastéis de nata:

Check out this link: https://www.thatch.co/guide/2jrqycyry6r80/edit

8 – Canned fish (sardines)

Canned fish is very popular and a great souvenir to bring from Lisbon. There are some wonderful colorful tins of sardine to be bought there.

Some good examples:

https://amzn.to/437j2IH

https://amzn.to/41JlKTK

https://amzn.to/3pVzI7A

https://amzn.to/3MgAwvA

https://amzn.to/3WiLp4H

9 – Fado music

Fado is a Portuguese traditional music that is commonly played in Alfama, Mouraria, Bairro Alto Bars, and restaurants.

You can get a CD from renowned singers such as Amália Rodrigues, Mariza, Ana Moura, Cuca Roseta, etc.

Some great Cds:

Amália Rodrigues: https://amzn.to/434Nhjy, https://amzn.to/457PHjn

Ana Moura: https://amzn.to/42P7GJx https://amzn.to/3o6kmgh

Mariza: https://amzn.to/42OCevc, https://amzn.to/3Wilaey

Cuca Roseta: https://amzn.to/3Oi852U, https://amzn.to/41Olcfl

10 – Portuguese Literature

Portuguese literature is well-known internationally. It is fact a great souvenir to bring with you to practice your Portuguese and get to know word-wide authors like Fernando Pessoa and José Saramago.

Some great examples here:

Fernando Pessoa: https://amzn.to/3ImMB10, https://amzn.to/3WklIAK

José Saramago: https://amzn.to/45akbBd, https://amzn.to/3Om9hlG

11 - Liquors

In Lisbon, you can find 2 great liquors to take with you as a souvenir: "Licor Beirão" and "A Ginjinha".

Here are some good examples:

Licor Beirão: https://amzn.to/3MDM0KT

Ginjinha: https://www.portugalvineyards.com/en/ginja/1416-ginja-espinheira-with-fruit-liqueur-5602340055044.html?

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