Self-proclaimed best restaurant in Lisbon that just might live up to the hype

I can see it now in my mind’s eye. You’ve had a rough week, maybe last week was rough too, maybe they’re all rough. You sit down with your phone and morning cup of coffee and say,

“T.O., baby, talk to me. I need an escape.”

Rest easy, you’re in my world now.

Here’s what we’re serving up today:

An Umbrian beauty that makes you say “Tuscany who?”

Self-proclaimed best restaurant in Lisbon that just might live up to the hype

An outrageous collection of adventures

A travel credit card recommendation

Stay

Tofanello Orange Luxury and Modern Comfort with Outdoor Pool

This little beauty of an airbunbun is everything you could ever dream of for your “Tuscan” getaway. Hosts, hospitality, design, all mwah BELLISIMO. Technically, it does fall over the border in Umbria, but here’s the thing—Umbria has all the charm of Tuscany and none of crazy prices. PLUS, Umbria is known for its truffle.

For anyone who missed my first newsletter (linked here). The restaurant that ruined my life is a measly 10 minute drive from this bunbun.

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry

Faz Frio

Our waiter told us this was the best restaurant in Lisbon when we sat down. While I can’t necessarily vouch for that based on my limited sample size, I think the guy is onto something. Any restaurant where I can get full off of ham, butter, and bread is a place where I want to park myself for a good long while. You can bet your bottom dollar the rest of the food was good too—honey mustard goat ribs and cheesy, leeky potatoes 🤤. HIGHLY recommend visiting this cozy joint if you find yourself in Lisbon.

Experience

The Adventurists

This one comes in from one of our lovely readers, Nic! Nic, thank you for your offering. You will be handsomely rewarded in the afterlife.

I won’t lie to you. This one is slightly terrifying, just take a look at the warning. But if there’s one thing that screams once in a lifetime opportunity, it’s straddling a crotch rocket as you traverse the Mongolian plains. And we’re all about once in a lifetime experiences here at Travel Onist. So if you’re feeling some Che Guevara energy, do something that scares you!

Carry On

Venture X Credit Card

If you’d be so kind, allow me to learn you a thing or two. This credit card pays you to travel. Literally. Here’s how it works: For $395 per year, this card gives you $300 in travel credit plus 10,000 points (equal to $100 in redemption value) every year you renew. There’s also a healthy sign-on bonus and the card includes lounge access and global entry credit. Pretty great deal if you ask me. Capital One cards aren’t typically best for points hacking, due to the way they pull credit, but for those looking for a single high-value travel card, this is a great option.

For Your Viewing Pleasure

Cheers til next week,

T.O.

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