If you’ve ever traveled to Lisbon, you most likely tried pastéis de nata, and if you didn’t–why not? Make sure you put it on your list for your next visit 🙂 For years, me and my friends have debated which bakery makes the best custard tarts. While you can find these desserts in various bakeries […]

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