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Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

by kumamonjeng April 27, 2019
written by kumamonjeng April 27, 2019
Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

Ths shop name is called The Fantastic World of Portuguese Sardines located at the corner of Rossio Square. You will not miss this store as it is illuminated by colorful neon lighting. This would be a great place to get your personalized souvenir from Portugal to your friends and relatives.

Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

The Store has a Circus Theme

The store has a very interesting setting which catches your attention immediately. It uses the circus theme which has a little Ferris wheel, carousels, bright colors, and music. The store attendant below also dressed like someone who works in the circus.  The thing sold here is Sardine in a tin.

Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

Sardin in a tin

There are 100 cans of different design available in the store, divided by decades and each year. Each tin has a year on it which can mark as someone birthday, graduation, wedding and any other special dates. It is certainly a great personalized gift.

Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

Everyone in Portugal loves sardines

Portugal is the land of sardines, it has the best fish in the world. Everyone in Portugal loves sardines and consumes tons of them.  In addition, the sardines that most celebrated these days is not the one blistered and hot off the grill, but the one preserved in a tin.  Surprised?

It was especially popular among students and the working class as it is convenience and low cost.  Think about it, it is easy to just open up a can of tuna or sardines for a quick meal.

Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

Can Sardines is Better than fresh

Some studies have shown that canned sardines are even better for you than the fresh one. They are high in protein and vitamin B12 and have 10 times more calcium as a result of the gelification process. The gelification will break down the bones and makes them easily digestible. Therefore, you can eat the whole fish with the bones as it is already softened.

Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

Special Edition in Gold

There is a special edition of “gold bar” sardine cans containing edible gold leaf. But the price is double or triple from the usual one, at around Euro 22.  Usual one cost Euro 7.00 each.  I have gotten the usual one which cost 7 euro as I think the special edition with gold leaf is just too much for me, outside my budget.

Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

The year starts in 1916 to the present

Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

Cheaper options at Local Supermarket

There are other cheaper options at the local supermarket but without the fancy packing which cost about 1.50 euro each.  In case you are not looking for something very fanciful, go to the local supermarket instead, and with 7 euro, you can get about 5-6 tin of sardines!

Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

Instagram-able Chair

At the entrance of the store, there is a red sofa chair with a giant tin of sardine at the back which makes a great spot for your Instagram photo shots.

Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

Unique Paper Packaging

Once you are done with your purchase, you are given a paper bag which is in the form of an envelope where you can send them to your loved ones.

Special note:  Sardines in a tin is strictly not allowed in the hand luggage for plane.

Portugal : The Fantastic World of the Portuguese Sardines for Lisbon Tourists!

Final thoughts:

The Fantastic World Of The Portuguese Sardine store is one of the most eccentric stores in town. The music and the circus vibes are just a bizarre experience. Step into this store to enjoy the funky atmosphere, even if you don’t buy tin sardines from here, it is totally fine.

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13 comments

Cristina Petrini April 27, 2019 - 7:40 am

I didn’t know in Portugal there was such a long and historic tradition of sardines, however this museum is fantastic!

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kumamonjeng May 2, 2019 - 10:03 am

Dear Cristina,

Portuguese love anything from the sea and sardine is one of them. There are abundant of them that Portuguese made into cans or tins.

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Yeah Lifestyle April 27, 2019 - 4:55 pm

This seems like such a fun and eccentric store. It would definitely be worth a visit if I was to ever go to Lisbon. I love that it has a circus theme!

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kumamonjeng May 2, 2019 - 10:05 am

The decoration of the store is pretty amazing, looks like a circus. Bright neon lights and beautiful costume wore by the staffs who work there.

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Georgouz Dioquino April 28, 2019 - 6:00 am

I enjoyed your beautiful pictures. I have never been to this place, it certainly is on my list once I get back to Portugal.

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Monica April 28, 2019 - 1:56 pm

Such cute pictures! Portugal is one amazing country – missing it already:)

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kumamonjeng May 2, 2019 - 10:07 am

Dear Monica,

Thank you for your comment. Portugal is really an interesting country to visit, the cobblestone streets, the yellow trams and history are just something, everyone loves.

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Lisa April 28, 2019 - 3:27 pm

I can’t remember how many sardines I took home from Lisbon lol! They’re so tasty, though I completely missed this shop! Maybe next time I’ll come back.

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kumamonjeng May 2, 2019 - 10:08 am

Dear Lisa,

This shop at Rossio Square is attractive and fun to visit but if you need for your own consumption, I think it is better to get them in the local supermarket in Lisbon as the price cost way more cheaper.

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Becca Wilson April 28, 2019 - 4:02 pm

This looks like it would be such an amazing experience. I have always wanted to visit!

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kumamonjeng May 2, 2019 - 10:11 am

Dear Becca,

Thanks for your comment. It is a fun visit and learn about how much sardines the local Portuguese consume yearly. I can see their love for sardines. LOL.

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Catherine Cappiello Pappas April 29, 2019 - 9:47 pm

Absolutely love sardines, one of my favorite things in the world.

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Joana November 10, 2019 - 8:36 pm

If anyone is ever interested in buying sardine paste, I will ship to europe from Portugal! Please check my humble but honest page for a large selection of pastes: https://www.ecwid.com/store/sardinepaste/ and check out my fb page for offers https://www.facebook.com/ThePortugueseSardinePasteShop/
Thank you!

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