Dulce made us very welcome on arrival. she spent time describing the neighbourhood and and places to visit and eat. Her apartment is within walking distance to explore the city's wonderful architecture and attractions. She presented us with a beautiful bottle of Porto Wine a very unexpected surprise!
The apartment is very well appointed, comfortable and clean. although it has all the cooking equipment you could dream of we never ate in, its so affordable to eat out.

Only steps away we found Clerigos Bar in Rua dos Caldeireios, owned and run by Manuel and partner Argrilio, they are wonderful hosts, and Argrilio plays guitar and sings nightly, they also had some amazing artists sing and play traditional music on several nights. Further down the cobblestoned street you find Cana Verde, this is a wonderful local restaurant serving tradition dishes, the restaurant is packed with locals every day , soup, main, dessert, coffee and port wine, all around 8 euros, fresh and delicious. Across the street is Miss'opo a fabulous restaurant serving innovative food and delicious salads and home made ice cream! you must be there by 8pm or you will miss out on a table.

If you want to be in the heart of it, within walking distance you have found the place.