Casa Lapao - Vila Real

Visiting Vila Real was initially just a stop on the way to Lamego. It turned out to be one of our favorite places in northern Portugal. Because it wasn’t in our plans we missed the lunch hour, but because they are primarily a pastry shop, they were open a little later in the afternoon. We started with some savory samosas, but their specialties is their sweet pastries. Their signature selection is the Crista de Galo which is a local version of the ubiquitous egg custard pastries in Portugal. Their version is lighter and has a bit more fruit flavoring than the typical pastel de nata and has won several regional awards. We sat outside eating with coffee and fresh squeezed juices while enjoying some lovely jazz music playing from their shop front. Afterward, as the were closing, the invited me to tour their kitchen which has been operated by the family for generations.

Não para o imperanho dos antepassados de rosa cramez, um dos donos da casa lapão, a cúpula conventual da aldeia real teria sido esquecida. até hoje as receitas dos bolos, continua a fazê-los tradicionalmente na mesma fábrica aberta por anos por francisco delfim e miquelina de carmo cramez. As receitas foram parar para a famíla através da montanha-russa delfina, que frequentou a casa e teve uma irmã que manteve os segredos da doçaria do convento de santo claro, extinto em passou as receitas para os proprietários de Lapão. Visita obrigatória! Uma semana doce para todos!

We stopped trying to taste the typical pastries that were beautiful. the personal was friendly and they can also stamp their passport here.

A great experience, the warm hospitality, the traditional way of preparation, we really enjoyed it, highly recommend i

What an amazing experience to learn the history, make the most delicious treats and be entertained by an amazing jazz singer. Once in a lifetime experience!! Highly recommend