June is just around the corner, and with it the most anticipated Portuguese parties of the year. From north to south, the Portuguese prepare for the event that will bring the most excitement to the country: Santos Populares.
To the sound of Portuguese music, thousands of marchers gather in the streets across Portugal to showcase their rehearsed costumes and choreography.
The busy streets of Lisbon and Porto become a meeting place for family and friends to celebrate the festive season in a big way. But not only music decorates the party. So, with the Folk Saints celebration in mind, we’ve rounded up all the items you’ll easily find in Mercadona and it is necessary to prepare the best party.
Although weddings, folk marches and music form the basis of this celebration, some of typical flavors of portuguese cuisine not to be missed, namely the popular sardines in breadsmell of basil cold beer in hand And cozy green broth.
A delicious cornbread, typical meat balldelicious and colorful roasted peppers and some good appetizers like lupins and olives, accompanied by cold beer “Minha” or summer red they will certainly be the best accompaniment for a party that will last until dawn.
Here is a recipe that guarantees the best moments of the upcoming celebration. Between the festivities and good music there is always an occasion for toasts, dance music and the best food and drink… we can easily find it in Mercadona.
Nine Mercadona essentials for Popular Saints
1. Cornbread and biju bread
2. Meat ball
3. Sardines
4. Cabbage broth
5. Baked Peppers
6. Summer red
7. Wavy french fries
8. Lupine seeds and pitted olives
9. Beer “A Minha” in a can or bottle
Source: CM Jornal
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