The Spirited Traveller: Looking beyond Lisbon8217;s port

Certainly,there8217;s no shortage of places to enjoy a glass of wine in Lisbon,ranging from cosy,hole-in-the wall establishments secreted within winding alleys to upscale restaurants by the water.

Located at the edge of the continent,ocean and river views abound. Le Chat is at the top of Arouca8217;s recommendations for enjoying the waterside views with a drink in hand including a 8220;Porto Tonico8221; if so desired.

For business meetings amid the 8220;trendy chic,8221; head to Bica do Sapato,located two metres from the river and co-owned by actor John Malkovich. Meanwhile,Guilty Rua Barata Salgueiro,28 8211; Avenida da Liberdade,owned by famed Portuguese chef Olivier Costa is 8220;the restaurant of the moment,where people end the night dancing.8221;

For Fado,the soundtrack of the region,Arouca recommends the Bairro Alto area,8221;where every other door is a bar or restaurant.8221; Tiny beer hall A Tasca do Chico 39 Rua Diario de Noticias is his pick here.

However,those who prefer distilled spirits may enjoy Ginjina or Ginja,a Morello cherry liqueur typically served in a short glass with a piece of fruit in the bottom of the cup.

The spirit is so beloved by locals that the ultimate compliment for a tasty treat is the accolade 8220;Sabe que nem ginjas8221; It tastes like ginja.