Bica is the term commonly used in certain areas of Portugal for a café ('coffee' in Portuguese) that is similar to espresso, but extracted to a greater volume than its Italian counterpart (akin to a lungo in Italy) and a little bit smoother in taste, due to the Portuguese roasting process being slightly lighter than ...
The galao coffee is Portugal's answer to the latte or cafe au lait. It's a base of espresso topped with three parts of foamed milk and served in a tall glass. The galao is traditionally served at breakfast, but you can enjoy it any time of day with our simple recipe. Here's everything you need to know about the galao.
In Lisbon, you would ask for “uma bica” (bee-kah) whereas in Porto you would ask for “um cimbalino.” You can just ask for “um café” in either city, though, and people will know what you mean.
Galão (Portuguese pronunciation: [ɡɐˈlɐ̃w̃]) is a hot drink from Portugal made by adding foamed milk to espresso coffee. Similar to caffè latte or café au lait, it consists of about one quarter coffee and three quarters foamed milk.
In Lisbon, an espresso is called a “bica” (pronounced beeca), so the right thing to say is: “Uma bica por favor” (ooma beeca poer faevoer). In case you're wondering, “bica” means spout, so the name probably comes from the spout that channels the coffee into the cup.
To order your coffee at a cafe, you'll need to just a few words of Portuguese – bom dia (“good day”), the type of coffee you want, and por favor (“please)”. For example, you might say: Bom dia, um cafe cheio por favor.
fine. um restaurante fino a fine restaurant. Synonym. elegante.
Licor Beirão
Simply known as Beirão, this national drink of Portugal is one you don't want to miss! Possibly the most popular Portuguese liqueur on the market, this drink originated in the Beiras region and is an excellent option for those with a sweet tooth.
Port Wine
This is one of the most famous Portuguese drinks ever. It is so well known and drank all over the country and even abroad – especially in the UK since their citizens appreciate this type of wine so much. Port Wine is made from distilled grape spirits exclusively made in the Douro Valley (north of Portugal).
Bacalhau. Bacalhau (dried, salted cod) is Portugal's national dish, although saying national dish is a bit confusing as there really isn't just one recipe for bacalhau: rumour has it that there are more than 365 different ways to cook bacalhau, and some people say that's even an under-estimation.
[ˈopa] exclamation. 1. (de admiração) wow!
Cheers in Portuguese: Saúde
Similar to the French “Santé!” and Spanish “Salud!,” the Portuguese prefer to drink to each other's health by saying “Saúde!” instead of simply saying “cheers.” So the next time you're about to enjoy a cachaça in Brazil, remember to say “Saúde” before you start drinking.
Meaning:Wealthy guard. Dudu is an uncommon name of Portuguese origin. Meaning "wealthy guard," it's a name meant for only the most formidable of little ones on the way.
Brazil Santos coffee is the most well known specialty grade coffee from the nation. The name Brazil Santos comes from the port that the coffee of this region travels through. Bourbon Santos is arguably the best coffee Brazil has to offer.
A premium medium-dark roast (9/10) of 100% Arabica beans from Guatemala, Ethiopia and Tanzania. A strong, rich, golden espresso blend with notes of cocoa and honey.
Translation of galão – Portuguese–English dictionary
stripe [noun] a (usually V-shaped) badge worn on an army uniform to show rank.
As in other Southern European cultures, coffee is Portugal's social beverage of choice (for half the time at least; the other half being saturated with vino). On average, a Portuguese adult consumes over 4kg of coffee beans a year.
Portuguese citizens annually consume an average of 12 litres of pure alcohol, one of the highest records in the countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
Typical Lunch in Portugal (12 p.m. to 2 p.m.)
These menus usually include a soup, prato do dia (dish of the day), dessert, and a coffee. If they're really in a rush, they'll order something quick at the counter like a soup and a bifana (pork sandwich).
Liquor Laws -- You must be 18 to drink in Portugal. In Lisbon, bars are open until dawn.
Ginjinha is as iconic in Lisbon as pastéis de nata and as much a cultural fixture as Lisbon's shiny azulejo tiles. Most venues serve it in a small glass, similar to a shot glass. Other bars offer the option of ginja in a chocolate cup. Depending on where you go, a glass of ginjinha in Lisbon can cost €1 or €1.50.
The Certificado do Registo de Cidadão da União Europeia, more commonly known as CRUE, is one of the most important official documents to have as an expatriate in Portugal. You will be asked for many other administrative procedures and procedures.
A quinta is a primarily rural property, especially those with historic manors and palaces in continental Portugal. The term is also used as an appellation for agricultural estates, such as wineries, vineyards, and olive groves.
[ˈtʃia ] feminine noun. aunt. Copyright © 2014 by HarperCollins Publishers.