A day at the beach

With a maximum of 26 degrees forecast, we decided today was a good day to head for the beach. We gave Freddie a run around in a playground, he had to feed himself yoghurt at the same time.

We then continued on to Cais de Sodre to catch the train to Cascais, a 45 minute trip.

First stop was the quite lovely Praia de Rainha, down streets with decorative tile street names

The water seemed like 14 or 15 degrees, but that didn't worry Freddie

We then set off in search of lunch. The town itself was very pretty

We stumbled on a tiny polvo (octopus) eatery in the back streets and decided to give it a try (it could seat a maximum of 14 people at a time)

It took quite a while to get our food, with just momma cooking in a small kitchen..

..but when it came it was excellent. Melt in your mouth octopus served with three different accompaniments. With sweet potato..

...with potato and garlic...

..and with some sort of vegetable with coriander mix. The meal was universally considered the best food we have had to date in Lisbon.

Next stop was the main beach, Praia de Ribiera..

..where there was a sand sculpture..

..and plenty of sun lovers..

...and it was warm enough for everyone to have a (very) quick dip

Just a short stroll to the old citadel..

..and then back to the train - with some retail therapy on the way - for the journey home.