More beautiful architecture of downdown Lisbon? ? Anna 4 months ago More beautiful architecture of downdown Lisbon? ? Share this: Visiting the Casa do Alentejo (house of Alentejo) felt like stepping right into Morocco, but right in the heart of downtown Lisbon. ? ? This is intentional – Portugal is closer to North Africa than it is to most of Western Europe! ? ? A lot of Portuguese architecture, food & culture was heavily influenced by the presence of the Moors (the Muslim inhabitants of the Maghreb) between the 8th and the 14th centuries. ? ? That is why you can find a lot of beautiful Moorish design & delicious North African food here. ? ?April 4, 2022In "Photos"Beautiful streets of downton Lisbon, Portugal. ?April 2, 2022In "Photos"Bolo de bolacha, or cracker cake. The best way to describe this Portuguese dessert is akin to a tiramisu. ? ? It’s a no-bake cake set in the fridge, made from layer upon layer of graham crackers or Marie biscuits, soaked in coffee and layered with buttercream. ? ? This one is from a beautiful little Lisbon downtown restaurant called Zé da Mouraria and was even more creamy, sweet, and espresso flavoured than it looks. ? ?April 4, 2022In "Photos"
