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If you find yourself in Lisbon's lovely Parque das Nacoes neighborhood and want to have a familiar experience with a local touch, pop into the Starbucks at Alameda dos Oceanos 1.06 1.1, 1990-207 Lisboa. Of course, my favorite feature of this Starbucks location is the cool hand painted tropical mural on the far wall. But the breakfast deal isn't bad either... ;) Breakfast Deal at Starbucks in Lisbon PortugalWhat is the breakfast deal at Starbucks in Lisbon?Starbucks offers a nice little breakfast deal including one small latte and a croissant or bagel. Simple and does the job. :) How much is starbucks breakfast deal in lisbon?The oferta pequeno-almoço (breakfast deal) was 2.90 (that's about $3.38 with current euro to usd conversion rate) during our last visit to Starbucks in Parque das Nacoes. It was lovely to have an individual jar of jam (so cute!) and butter or cream cheese along side the bagel / croissant. IS Starbucks In Portugal Expensive?As always, "expensive" and "affordable" are relative terms. There is no doubt that you can get something similar at a smaller, more local cafe for a bit lower of a price. However, there is something to be said for the consistency in knowing what you're going to get, that familiarity, the wifi, and let's not forget the city-specific Starbucks coffee mugs for the collectors - you know who you are ;) |
| Learn Portuguese: Verduras - vegetables Picantes - spicy What does Gyozas de verduras picantes mean in English? Spicy vegetable gyozas! Learn Portuguese Category: In these posts you will learn some Portuguese vocabulary! |
Cooking Instructions & Nutrition Info for VIci Frozen Gyozas
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English Ingredients for Vici Spicy Vegetable Gyoza
You can find an English ingredients list on this package. After the ingredient list you will find more detailed cooking instructions.
How to pan fry dumplings (Gyoza):
How to steam dumplings (gyoza)
How to microwave dumplings (Gyoza)
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"Put dumplings in a suitable dish with water (dumplings completely covered). For standard 700W microwave, heat for about 5-6 minutes."
How to cook dumplings (Gyoza) in the oven"Cover the dumplings with sauce and cook in the oven (preheated to 200C/395F for about 15 minutes)"
... Not sure what kind of sauce you would be cooking these in though tbh....
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How to cook frozen Gyoza (Japanese dumplings) in an air fryer
Despite the package having instructions for not one, two, three, or four, but FIVE cooking methods... we opted do none of those and instead try cooking Vici gyoza in our air fryer!
See More: Air Fryer Cooking
We arranged 14 gyoza in our air fryer and spritzed with cooking spray. We air fried them at 200C, the highest temp on our air fryer, for about 10 minutes and checked for internal temp and color.
Can you cook frozen gyoza in an air fryer?
Absolutely! This is an easy way to cook these little Japanese parcels of joy. As you can probably tell from the photos, the dough is quite crispy.
More often when you have gyoza the dough is soft and starchy with one side having a nice crust from being fried in a pan. So this is a different experience, for sure.
Vici Gyozas de verduras picantes Review
We have repurchased these at Lidl multiple times and they are great to have on hand for a busy night or when you're too tired to cook.
See how they turn out when cooked in a pan... ( Cook along coming soon!)
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What is a Niss?
What does NISS stand for?
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Segurança Social - Social Security
What Is a Niss For?
As a NISS is a social security number in Portugal, it's purpose is to allow it's holder to access social security benefits.
Having a NISS also allows your Portuguese employer to make necessary Social Security contributions on your behalf.
Do I need a Niss if I am Retired?
In the past, it was generally not necessary and in some cases not even possible for a retired foreigner in Portugal to obtain a NISS.
Some have reported needing a NISS to access state funded Portuguese language courses for foreigners and being able to obtain the number in that context (to attend the language course) without having employment in Portugal.
Currently, for foreigners who are retired and living in Portugal with a residence permit (título de residência), having a NISS is a *new* requirement.
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How to say "I am retired" in European Portuguese: Estou reformado (male) or Estou reformada (female)
You can also say "Sou reformado" or "Sou reformada"
Estou means "I am" and is usually used in the context of a temporary state whereas Sou means "I am" in a more permanent way. As retirement is generally a permanent status, you can correctly say "ou reformado/a" if you wish! :)
Can I get a Niss without a Job?
If you are still looking for a job in Portugal, you may be wondering "Can I get a NISS without a job?" The answer is yes because it is now required to have a NISS before renewing a Portuguese residence permit (título de residência).
Do I need a Niss if I do not work in portugal?
Yes. You will need a NISS. It is a new requirement for foreigners (estrangeiros) holding a Portuguese residence permit (título de residência) to obtain a NISS in order to renew (renovar) their Portuguese residence permit.
Do I need to pay for a NISS?
No. Obtaining a NISS is free and there is no fee for it from the Portuguese government / Social Security (Segurança Social).
Some choose to pay legal representatives to obtain the number in their behalf and in this case, of course, there would be a fee with the understanding that the fee is not for the actual number but for the service of someone else obtaining it for you.
Is a NISS needed to renew temporary residency in Portugal?
Yes. It is currently a new requirement for anyone renewing their Portuguese Residence Permit (título de residência) to have a NISS (Numero de Identificação de Segurança Social).
This will enable those reviewing the permit renewals to verify that the permit holder is in good standing with Social Security in Portugal and does not have any outstanding debts.
What documents do I need to get a Niss?
- Portuguese NIF (Numero de Identificação Fiscal)
- Identification such as Portuguese Residence Permit (título de residência) or Passport
- Address
Can I request a NISS online?
It can be a big challenging to find the correct link to access the form, so please see our tutorial "How To Get a NISS Online: A Step-By-Step Tutorial" for an easy to follow walk through. :)
How to Get A Niss Online: A Step-by-step Tutorial (With Pictures)
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Lisbon Restaurant Reviews:
If you're looking for solid Fish and Chips in Algarve, I can recommend Lara's Plaice in Albufeira and The Water Dog in Armacao de Pera. Two very different styles and atmospheres, but both yummy and repeatable.
Unfortunately time, location, and budget won't always permit to go to a fish and chips joint, so the freezer aisle will have to do!
Continente Filetes de Pescada com Ovo
We found "fish filets with egg" (filetes de pescada com ovo) at the local Continente and wanted to give them a try in the air fryer.
Continente Battered FIsh Ingredients, Nutrition Facts, and Cooking Instructions:
As we were cooking these in the air fryer, we followed the package instructions of cooking the filets without defrosting at 200C (392F) for 11-13 minutes.
The Result:
We served it on a long fresh baked Portuguese roll called a cacetinho, or french roll, topped with ketchup and iceburg lettuce. Add some french fries (chips for brits) and you're sorted!
Okay obv this isn't the same as a true British Fish + Chips and air frying a battered fish fillet is never going to be the same as deep frying, but still this is a solid option for an easy and quick meal. :)
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After a leisurely stroll through Armacao de Pera with our parents, an ice cream cone seemed the perfect choice to end the outing on a sweet note.
We stopped in at N'ice Cream in Armacao de Pera. N'ice cream has several locations across central algarve including Albufeira, Portimao, and Armacao de Pera .
N'ice Cream Flavors
You'll find a combination of classic standbys like Chocolate, Coffee Ice Cream, and even Oreo Ice Cream.
N'ice cream has a lot of candy bar flavored ice creams too like Bounty, Snickers, After Eight and M&Ms.
Uniquely Portuguese Ice Cream Flavors
Figo c/ Amêndoa Gelado (Fig and Almond)
Dom Rodrigo Ice Cream (Egg Yarn and Almond)
Perna de Pau is an ice cream on a stick you can buy in grocery stores across Portugal featuring a pirate on the package with, you guessed it, a wooden leg. It's vanilla ice cream with stripes of strawberry 'jelly' and the outside is dipped in chocolate.
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N'ice Cream Armacao de Pera
N'Ice Cream in Armação de Pêra is located at R. Sra. dos Navegantes 13, 8365-184 Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Armacao de Pera Beach Ice Cream
We opted for the very Portuguese (and very sweet!) Dom Rodrigo and Fig & Almond flavors in a waffle cone.
Which flavors will you try?
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- Recanto do Zé Portuguese Restaurant Review with Photos
- Sam's Bar + Kitchen Beachfront Restaurant Review with Photos
- Sapori da Giovanni Pizza Review with Photos
- Restaurante da Pino Pizza Review with Photos
- Alma Lusa Brunch in Armacao de Pera Review with Photos
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Lidl Review: VITASIA ASIA STYLE GYOZA SPICY PORK AND KIMCHI FILLING
Cooking Instructions: VITASIA ASIA STYLE GYOZA SPICY PORK AND KIMCHI FILLING
Btw, 200 C is approximately 400 degrees F.
Modo de preparação:
- Na frigideira: adicionar um pouco de óleo à frigideia, juntar o produto e fritar em lume médio durante 2 minutos até que a parte de baixo atinja uma tonalidade dourada. Acrescentar um pouco de água e cozinhar o produto durante mais 3 minutos.
- Na panela a vapor: adicionar um pouco de água à panela e aquecer. Assim que a água começar a ferver, colocar o produto na panela a vapor e cozinhar durante 6-10 minutos.
- Na fritadeira: aquecer a quantidade necessária de óleo, de forma a que o produto fique coberto ao fritar. Aquecer o óleo a 160°C, colocar o produto congelado e fritar durante aprox. 3 minutos.
- No forno: pincelar o produto com um molho à escolha e cozinhar a 200 °C durante 15 minutos.
- Na fritadeira de ar quente: cozinhar o produto durante 8-12 minutos a 180 °C. Virar a meio do tempo.
- Na panela: cozer o produto durante 3 minutos em água.
I really didn't have any sauce in mind so I just laid them in a single layer on a Nordic Ware quarter sheet tray and spritzed them with some spray oil and popped them in.
Between these Gyoza and the Dim Sum at Lidl, the Gyoza were the clear winner for us!
COST: 3.29 EURO
WHAT DO YOU THINK?
WOULD YOU TRY THESE Gyoza?
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These Gyoza were purchased at Lidl, a grocery store in Portugal. If you're looking for information on current Cost of Living in Portugal and opinions of Americans in Portugal, check out these posts:
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Glazed Donut .39
Quick take on the glazed donut: "I liked it."
How would you describe it? "Good fluffy texture, nice fried donut-y taste. The glaze wasn't too sticky. It was a good price - pretty good for a donut I think!"
Sprinkle Donut .59
| Quick take on the sprinkle donut: "Less good (compared to the glazed), a little gummier. The donut taste wasn't as good as the glazed. Maybe the sprinkles detract, I'm not sure. Just get the glazed." Did you dislike it? "No." So overall decent, just not as good as the glazed? "Exactly." |
When I followed up with the first bite of the glazed donut I was surprised how airy it was, as you could see in the photo. The donut sprung back up whereas with the sprinkle donut it stayed squished down, hence the "gummier" description. I assumed the base donut experience would be identical on these, but actually no!
Unfortunately I missed a cross section pic of the sprinkle donut (or "argola party" as the sign says in Portuguese lol) so this can only mean one thing: I will have to try another one and add the photo so you can see the difference ;)
More donuts to come. Stay tuned! ;)
These Donuts were purchased at Lidl, a grocery store in Portugal. If you're looking for information on current Cost of Living in Portugal and opinions of Americans in Portugal, check out some of the posts above!
These local spots are just the best because they have classic Portuguese dishes, a lively buzz since everyone in the neighborhood stops by regularly, and you just feel part of the community when you're here.
Portuguese Dish - Bitoque
As you can see the dish also comes with rice and French fries.
Why do Portuguese people eat rice and French fries in the same dish? you may ask. Isn't that double carbs? you add.
Well, yes it is. But why do they do it? I suppose because it's delicious! :)
The addition of a small, simple salad is common here - green lettuce, sliced onion and tomato, and sometimes cucumbers. Oil (Portuguese olive oil, of course) and vinegar are on the table if you need a dressing.
Please note the lovely pan sauce on this bitoque including whole roasted garlic cloves. This is the mark of a meal made with love.
And one of the most beautiful details of this dish is that perfectly fried egg (ovo estrelado) . It takes real skill to get the edges crispy and brown while maintaining a perfectly dippy yolk as shown here. That runny yolk will combine with the pan sauce and add richness to the plain rice. It's so good you'll use your french fries to mop up the leftovers. :)
Where to eat in Algarve:
While the night-time lighting makes for a truly sub-par glow, we figured we would still share the two bifanas.
Very often in Portugal when you order French fries they will come with a side of garlicky mayonnaise (aioli) for you to dip the fries in.
Learn Portuguese: Rei do Churrasco means King of the Barbecue :)
PSA to Americans, note that when we are talking barbecue in this context, we are not talking about grilled meats lathered in thick sweet, spicy, tangy sauces, we are focused on the grilling cooking method.
Too good to go app - takeaway
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We used the food waste prevention app Too Good To Go to get takeaway frango piri-piri (portuguese style grilled chicken with spicy piri-piri peppers). TooGoodToGo is a great way to save money whether you live in Portugal or are traveling to Portugal (and elsewhere!) as restaurants will list their leftovers at a discounted rate. |
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2x frango piri piri lunch with fries - €4.99
Rei do Churrasco Review
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