Let Portugal be an inspiration for your giving spirit.
Need help finding the perfect gift this holiday season? Don't have a lot of time to shop? Overwhelmed by picking the right gift for the right person?
Don't fret! We scoured the internet to find the very best Portuguese-inspired gifts for the very best people in your life. Scroll through to find a charming gift for just about anyone — the coffee drinker, the avid reader, the foodie, the game night host, the eco-minded, and more!
1. For the world traveler:
After being named the best tourist destination in the world by the World Travel Awards three years in a row (2017, 2018, 2019), travelers have flocked to Portugal in record numbers, and your friend is probably one of them. Give them the gift of saudade (what's more Portuguese-inspired than that?!) with a classic travel poster that will have them reminiscing over an unforgettable visit to Portugal.
2. For the one who's always cold:
Modern design meets tradition in this 100% organic cotton blanket woven by Portuguese artisans on ancestral looms. It's the perfect winter-time gift for that friend or family member who wants nothing more than to get cozy on the couch with a warm blanket and hot cocoa...or some chá de limão.
3. For the game night host:
Inspired by the famous azulejo tiles that adorn Portugal's buildings, this board game promises to be a good time for all ages and has a beautiful game board. For the ultimate game night host, this is the coolest game they don't have yet.
4. For the coffee and tea drinker:
There's no better way to start the morning than sipping on a freshly brewed cup of coffee in a Portuguese-inspired mug. One of these mugs can even be personalized with your loved one's name!
5. For the eco-minded shopper:
It's lightweight. It's sustainable. And it's sophisticated. Designed with premium Portuguese cork (and sold by an Etsy shop whose owner grew up in Portugal surrounded by cork trees), this unique handbag is the perfect splurge for mom this year, or a reeeaallly good friend.
6. For the literary buff:
Fernando Pessoa is Lisbon's beloved poet full of quirky insight into the world around him. The Book of Disquiet is an autobiography of sorts considered to be Pessoa's greatest literary achievement and the complete edition presents the texts chronologically for the first time.
7. For Portugal's biggest soccer fan:
The next World Cup is in 2026 and the next Euros are in 2028, so that means no new Portugal soccer kit for at least two years! So what to get your dad, your uncle, or your cousin Joana? How about this Portugal soccer ball so they can dust off their futebol skills and channel their inner soccer star alá Ronaldo, Pepe, and Figo??
8. For the pastel de nata obsessed:
You know that friend who visited Portugal last summer and won't stop talking about pastéis de nata?Well this is the gift for them! Pastéis de nata aren't the simplest Portuguese pastry to make from scratch, but with this baking kit (and frozen puff pastry, a little water, and some egg yolks), they'll turn the kitchen into your very own Portuguese café.
9. For the puzzle fiend:
If you know a puzzle enthusiast who adores Portugal, these puzzles will be unique additions to their collection. Choose between whimsy and tipsy. One colorfully highlights Portugal's iconic foods (and with just 300 pieces, it can be completed in just an hour or two). The other is a classical map that features Portugal's wine regions stitched together in 1,000 pieces.
10. For the trendy one:
Can't recommend these earrings enough! Atrio's jewelry designs are inspired by the azulejo tiles that bring color and art to buildings all over Portugal. These hoops in particular are beautiful and super versatile. We actually own a couple of pairs of Atrio's earrings, but these hoops are still on the list!
11. For the little Portuguese learner:
Books that teach European Portuguese are not easy to come by in the U.S., especially children's books. But these specifically teach português de Portugal with English translations! They're written and designed for kids ages 0-5.
12. For the baker:
We guarantee that your favorite bakers -- your mom, your uncle, your best friend -- don't have this quintessentially Portuguese rolling pin. It has an intricate embossed design that stamps the Galo de Barcelos onto cookies when rolling out dough, creating the most Portuguese cookie ever.
13. For stocking stuffers:
Portugal is known for its quality soaps in part because of renowned soapmaker, Castelbel. This sardine-on-a-rope soap bar departs from its traditional designs, making it a fun stocking stuffer. Don't worry, Castelbel removed the sardine scent and replaced it with a lovely sea salt and lemon aroma.
14. For the avid reader:
Written by Pulitzer-prize winner Diana Marcum, The Tenth Island is a travel memoir of the Azores archipelago. Marcum was first introduced to the islands by the Portuguese-American community she met when reporting on the California drought's affects on people in the state's Central Valley, where small Portuguese-American communities reside.
15. For the person who could use a little luck next year:
Every Portuguese person has a Galo de Barcelos in their home, or at least they should. These days, the famous Barcelos rooster comes in every size, color, and material imaginable. And some homes have multiple roosters on display as they are believed to bring good luck.
16. For the young at heart:
Here's one more azulejos-inspired gift idea. This adult coloring book features fun azulejo designs to help you relax, meditate, and exercise the right side of your brain. A great gift for anyone who needs a creative outlet, both young and old!
17. For the friend who likes to get tipsy, but keep it classy:
Ginja is a sour cherry liqueur made from...ginja cherries! This Portuguese drink is often served in a chocolate cup, making it a delicious after-dinner sipping drink. Ginja 9 is based in the U.S. but their ginja is produced in Portugal. This ginja and chocolate cup gift set is the perfect gift to impress your in-laws, a new boss, or someone you really appreciate.
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