"Like many cities worldwide, Porto has been overrun with bakeries offering sourdough bread since the pandemic. In the Marquês neighborhood, Brites goes beyond crunchy loaves, with golden croissants and kouign-amann, soft focaccia, and sweet pastries, which tempt passersby from a window to the street. Don’t miss the bolas de berlim, a doughnut-like pastry filled with a sweet custard. Know before you go: At lunchtime on weekdays, Brites also serves focaccia sandwiches filled with Portuguese staples like Serra cheese and cured ham (and also vegetarian options)." - Rafael Tonon