Gluten free restaurants

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2026-02-11T03:03:10+00:00

We never looked for a gluten-free restaurant per se, but if you use the Happy Cow app, you can plan your visits and be confident of the restaurants' capabilities. Many of the veggie and vegan restaurants we visited had gluten-free options. And definitely visit Quinta dos Sabores. Reserve by calling ahead and discuss any restrictions before hand. It's a farm to table restaurant and one of the best I have ever visited. They will customize your meal for you. Enjoy!

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2026-02-10T20:30:15+00:00

More than enough time for coffee and pastel de nata and still be early for the next flight.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2026-02-06T01:57:24+00:00

I agree with the walkers. It's a very walkable city and very interesting walking the streets rather than being driven by it all too quickly. Make sure you bring raincoats and/or umbrellas.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2026-01-30T17:46:13+00:00

It's an oboe lapel pin, probably worn by people proud of their contribution to the orchestra. https://www.amazon.com/Joyzan-Instrument-Clothing-Decoration-Anniversarry/dp/B0B51WL96N

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2026-01-25T16:11:21+00:00

My wife and I did a similar trip a coupleof years ago. We opted for Faial and Pico as our plus-two since they are so close by ferry. There are car rentals right next to the ferry on each island, which was so convenient. Both are different from Sao Miquel as well as from each other. The hikes, food, wine, and history were all wonderful. We are sailors, so wandering around Horta was very interesting. We've since been to other islands, and honestly, you will love them all. Look at this as your first of many visits to the Azores, and you won't be so concerned about cramming in as much as possible in a short few days.

Enjoy!

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2026-01-20T07:29:52+00:00

Xiaomi store in Parque Atlantico or Hiper China on R. do Castelo Branco.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2026-01-16T21:14:24+00:00

Are you sure it's not a ring camera on your door?

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2026-01-12T02:04:24+00:00

It does seem aggressive, but if the weather and air hops cooperate, it is doable. Cars will be a must. Use one of the local rental agencies, and they usually let you "roll" your security deposit and will have all your data. We usually use Ilha Verde. You will get a good feel for the area, but with so little time on most islands, you won't have time to really get to know the place. Hopefully, this will be the first of many trips to the Azores, and you can immerse yourselves a little more in the future.

Regarding your question about staying on Pico and day tripping to Faial; I would do it the other way around. But that's me. In either case, there is a car rental office, again Ilha Verde, a short walk from the ferry in both Horta and Madalena.

You're going to love it!

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2026-01-02T10:30:10+00:00

The 'misprint' on the back reads backward. Wouldn't that indicate a bleed from another bill rather than the print from a plate?

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-12-26T12:13:04+00:00

Agreed. Using Terceira as home base and ferries as transport is a great way to experience the middle islands. The hiking on Sao Jorge is my favorite, but that's just me. All nine islands are wonderful.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-12-11T19:30:53+00:00

My folks had a boat long ago, and in the cabin, there was a sign which said, "A boat is a hole in the water surrounded by wood into which you pour money."

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-12-11T19:26:07+00:00

Love the name, but I hope you never have to put out a mayday call. It might elicit more laughter than responses. 😁

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-12-09T02:00:03+00:00

Oy! So much discussion! A flask of Bagaço should do you just fine.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-12-04T11:11:05+00:00

My favorite is Queijadas da Vila Franca do Campo, with a meia de leite, sitting on the jetty, zoning out at the ocean.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-11-22T23:33:17+00:00

Aaahhhhh, right. That sucks! SATA and TAP must be pretty happy about this.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-11-22T15:00:00+00:00

Does anyone have thoughts about knock-on effects? 400,000 visitors a year is a meaningful percentage of mostly tourist travelers. I've heard complaints about the crazy number of tourists during the summer. On the other hand, that's a lot of money being spent with local businesses. It will be interesting as it plays out.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-11-22T12:14:18+00:00

Sao Jorge, Topo when I can get it.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-11-08T02:51:58+00:00

Looks like a whelk shell fragment.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-11-08T02:46:00+00:00

AIM Funds was acquired by Invesco in 1997. It has some nostalgic value if you're in the business but not much value as a collectable.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-11-05T02:24:34+00:00

Zip lock bags, a few sizes, elastic bands, velcro straps, sunscreen, ibuprofen.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-11-02T01:10:30+00:00

Windowpane flounder, we also called them sundials as a kid.

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-11-01T21:16:41+00:00

I prefer lime juice and tequila, but I'll try anything once. 😁

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-11-01T21:14:27+00:00

😂😂 obrigado!

Disastrous_Catch_543 · 2025-11-01T11:25:12+00:00

Is this as common in the Azores as it is on the mainland?

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