Karina Janø

Even if it’s only a fraction of what it used to be, Lisbon can still boast a multitude of historic establishments — shops, restaurants, bars, workshops — that have lasted throughout the change of times and stood their ground through waves of historic, cultural and political influence. From the obvious preservers of history like the antique shops, wine shops or glove and hat makers; here are some of the more unexpected places which you might not know. Not only are these keeping history, tradition and standards of quality alive, they are, maybe surprisingly, advocates for sustainability. Often beautiful, rarely far away and with next-level personal service, these testaments of timeless quality and know-how are all part of what makes Lisbon Lisbon. These are places where it’s an experience walking through the doors, and where you can take something home that’s one of a kind and built to last. And if it needs maintenance along the way, the workshops are here for it. Behind the antique facades much more than ‘slow consuming’ awaits: the passion and the act of holding on to something of out love, even though times are tough, and the history and histories that come along with it, about a city and its people.