The 1848 Revolution of Taste

The 1848 Revolution of Taste

In 1848, Europe was changing, and so was Lisbon’s culinary scene. We opened our doors as a sanctuary for traditional Portuguese flavors. Today, that legacy lives on in every plate of salted cod we serve.

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