Pão com Coração

It’s called Pão com Coração, and it’s a social entrepreneurship project that’s found a home at Cascais’ Mercado da Vila. Think of it as a bakery-meets-pastry-shop, where you can pick up fresh bread, cakes, pastéis de nata and other sweet (or savoury) treats. But it’s more than just a place to grab a loaf or indulge your sweet tooth. The project’s mission is to promote the inclusion of young people with special needs in the job market, giving them hands-on training in a real-life setting. It’s all about fostering autonomy and offering professional experience through direct contact with the public – with the added bonus of delicious carbs along the way.