Little discoveries, delightful surprises
Hidden Treasures in Our Shop
There is always something special to discover
At Manuel Tavares, every corner may hold a surprise. Beyond our best-known specialities, little treasures spark curiosity, bring back fond memories and add a special touch to celebrations.
Birthday candles, cake decorations, sugar flowers, decorative figures and colourful sweets are all part of a world of discoveries waiting to be explored.
The pleasure of exploring
A Shop Full of Little Discoveries
Sometimes the smallest details make the biggest difference to a party, a birthday cake or a special occasion. An unexpected candle, a delicate sugar flower or a decorative figure can turn a simple idea into a memorable moment.
In our shop, you will find a variety of cake decorations and celebration accessories alongside gummies, jellies and other sweet treats that continue to delight different generations.
Because part of the charm of Manuel Tavares is exactly that: stepping inside, exploring and discovering something you never expected to find.
Make a wish
Birthday Candles
Number candles, decorative designs and playful magic candles that relight after being blown out. Little details that make birthday celebrations even more memorable.
Creativity in every detail
Sugar Pearls and Cake Decorations
Small decorative touches that add colour, texture and personality to cakes and desserts. Ideal for anyone who enjoys paying attention to every detail of their creations.
A festive finishing touch
Decorative Birthday Plaques
Birthday cake plaques featuring a variety of designs and themes. A simple way to personalise a cake and add a special finishing touch to the celebration.
Delicate and colourful
Sugar Flowers
Delicate, colourful and full of charm, sugar flowers are a lovely choice for decorating birthday cakes, family celebrations and other confectionery creations.
Characters and imagination
Decorative Cake Figures
Cake figures featuring a variety of themes, including Disney characters, the Smurfs and football players. Different designs to personalise cakes according to the birthday person's interests.
A confectionery tradition
Edible Wafer Sheets
Traditional wafer sheets used in various confectionery and decorative applications. A versatile choice for anyone who enjoys preparing and presenting sweets with care.
Sweet childhood memories
Gummies, Jellies and Sugar Sweets
Some sweets take us straight back to childhood. Their colours, shapes and flavours are part of the little pleasures shared across generations.
At Manuel Tavares, you can discover a variety of gummies, jellies and sugar sweets, including traditional blackberry- and raspberry-shaped sweets sold by weight, reminiscent of old-fashioned grocery shops.
Little sweets, wonderful memories.
More than a grocery shop
The Charm of Little Discoveries
Some shops are places where you find exactly what you came for. Others offer much more than you ever expected.
At Manuel Tavares, among celebration accessories, cake decorations and traditional sweets, there are still delightful little surprises that make every visit special.
Since 1860, there has always been another story waiting to be discovered.
Manuel Tavares · Since 1860
Come and Discover Our Hidden Treasures
From little details that decorate a birthday cake to traditional sweets that bring back fond memories, there is always something special waiting for you at Manuel Tavares.
Visit our historic shop on Rua da Betesga in Lisbon or explore the regional products available in our online store.
Explore Regional Products →The online selection may differ from our physical shop. Items are subject to availability.
