There are several things that make this place so appealing, in my eyes. Firstly, the sheer variety of flowers (as I said above). It’s a floral feast for the eyes - tulips, sunflowers, geraniums, gerberas and orchids at one stall, exotic purple, pink and white orchids at another, kitchen herbs and then one with endless houseplants…
Maybe I’ve got a twisted psyche (or a very black sense of humour) but the first thing that occurred to me, in seeing this fine array of axes) was what good weapons they’d make if you’d really had enough of an annoying partner…and figured you’d be able to get away with them bumping them off by a quick whack on the head, followed by a thorough dismembering…
The market is a great place to buy fresh fruits and vegetables - they are a bit more expensive than shopping in a supermarket, of course, but this is the price you pay for helping local farmers. It’s also an excellent spot to hunt out specialty products - pesto with truffle, French lavender, perfumed and fruit teas, all manner of cheeses and some excellent olive tapenades…
Founded in 2010 by three foodie entrepreneurs, it's packed to the rafters with fresh, local produce and an enormous range of products - fresh fish, creamy cheeses, pastas, sweet treats and - of course -fruits and vegetable...and In keeping with their ethos - responsibility and sustainability - everything is seasonal...
I discovered Lisboa at the tender age of 20 (my beloved first love introduced me to the place) and it fast earned a place in my heart for it’s delicious ‘natas’ - traditional custard tarts made with wonderfully flaky pastry. I have extraordinary memories from the first time I ever tasted one - sitting outside (on a cold, bright winter’s day) with a cup of steaming coffee and biting into one of these gooey delicacies. ..
