For Portuguese souvenirs, Tradições is the real deal. In this sweet, friendly shop, the owner knows the story behind every item – from bags beautifully fashioned from Alentejo cork to Algarvian flôr de sal (hand-harvested sea salt), Lousã honey to Lazuli azulejos.
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