Mercearia Gomes

The Alentejo


The old fashioned saloon-style doors at this village grocer leads one to believe this is little more than a pit stop for locals needing to flesh out their pantries, but a closer look reveals an inventory not usually seen in small-time Portuguese supermarkets: Sushi rice, African chilli sauces, Canadian maple syrup, fresh truffles, gourmet cheese and fine wines.

It's great for self-catering and picnic fare.