Last week, during our trip to Lisbon, we decided to take our friends to 28 Cafe, a popular eatery which is a replica of the famous 28 tram. Eating there reminded me of one of my favourite jazz songs by Stacey Kent, Breakfast on the Morning Tram. We weren’t there for breakfast though, we were after a hearty lunch!
Three of us opted for salads, but our pal Doug chose Francesinhas – a typical Portuguese sandwich made with bread, ham, linguica (spicy sausage) and steak. It’s then covered with melted cheese and a hot thick tomato and beer sauce served with chips. I’ve had it once before (in the Azores) and didn’t really like it but Doug loved it!
The three of us were more than happy with our salads though – in fact, they were quite delicious. But the experience isn’t about the food as much as the surroundings. After spending some time on the trams around Lisbon, it was quite something to actually get to eat in one (well, a replica). I’d definitely recommend a visit if you’re ever in Lisbon. If you head up to the Castle in the centre of the city, you’ll soon find it!
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