Fresh Portuguese tarts at Antiga Confeitaria de Belem.

Antiga Confeitaria de Belém

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Since 1837 this patisserie has been transporting locals to sugar-coated nirvana with heavenly pastéis de Belém. The crisp pastry nests are filled with custard cream, baked at 200°C for that perfect golden crust, then lightly dusted with cinnamon. Admire azulejos in the vaulted rooms or devour a still-warm tart at the counter and try to guess the secret ingredient.

Go early on a midweek day to avoid nasty lines.