Spotter since 2018
About me
Hi! I'm a Brazilian that was born in Fortaleza and moved at the age of 8 to Brasilia. Now I've been living in Porto since 2016.
I came here to do a Master's in Graphic Design and the city took all of my heart in a level that is the subject of my thesis. At the same time, I'm a volunteer for animal rights, organize a reading club, write content on my blog (in Portuguese) and do some freelance work in graphic design. Now I'm trying to find my place in the world and help others in the ways that I can.
Since I'm a Libra and my lists are always a little gigantic, I will try to sum up: I love eating well, exploring the world, trying new things, sharing knowledge, exchanging culture, meeting and helping people, learning new things and getting lost – so I can find myself.
Why Porto
Porto is not the city I was born in but it was the first city I lived in without my family. It has been a process of rebirth in which I rediscover myself every day at the same moment that I discover some of the streets and places of the city.
There is no doubt that every city is made by its people but, in Porto, you can feel this almost literally. People here are super kind, lovely, and they help you with everything you need. This city has its own sounds, tastes, colors, textures, smells and experiences.
Like the locals say: Porto is not a city, it's a feeling. So, let's feel it together?
Where else can you find me online?
Il Pizzaiolo in Porto is one of the best Italian pizzerias around. I heartily recommend their Margherita. It's a classic and one of their best!
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"The Happy Nest" in central Porto is a coffee shop that makes breakfast, lunch or brunch enjoyable. Everything's amazing, but definitely try the croissants
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"Terrarea" in Porto is a healthy food restaurant and a plant & flower shop 2-in-1! Their products are all Portuguese and I like their menu options...
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"Estambul Döner Kebap & Pizza" in Porto is a Turkish fast food restaurant with very affordable prices! I really recommend their garlic/oregano mayonnaise.
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"Biblioteca Almeida Garrett" in Porto is one of the most modern, amazing libraries! I come here for work or grab something to eat and go outside!
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"Embaixada do Porto" in a place where you can dance to really nice music, buy analog film, study in peace or play table football. It's one of my favorites!
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"DeGema" Porto is a local artisanal burger joint. Their burgers are name after popular expressions of the north of Portugal. I love the 'Fino como o Alho'!
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"Máquinas de Outros Tempos" Porto is one of the best studios to buy different kinds of photo film, lenses and cameras at good prices. They're so friendly!
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