Mercado Invicta

Mercado Invicta Authentic Portuguese grocery shop in Roslin, Edinburgh Bringing the flavours, products, and traditions of Portugal to Scotland.

Visit us in-store or online and discover a true taste of home.

September is officially here, and in Portugal, that means one wonderful thing: harvest season (a época das vindimas)! 🍇T...
04/09/2026

September is officially here, and in Portugal, that means one wonderful thing: harvest season (a época das vindimas)! 🍇

There’s nothing quite like gathering friends and family around a table filled with great food and good conversation.

To help you celebrate, we’ve put together the ultimate cozy trio: smooth regional wines, rich Port wine (vinho do Porto), and delicious artisanal cheeses (queijos artesanais). 🧀

Whether you’re pairing a creamy Serra da Estrela cheese with a rich Tawny Port or sharing a robust Douro red, we've got you covered.

Pop by the store this week, say hello, and let us help you pick your new favourite bottle! ✨

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Welcome September🍁 As the days turn a little cooler, we’re all about bringing warmth, comfort (comforto), and friendly f...
02/09/2026

Welcome September🍁

As the days turn a little cooler, we’re all about bringing warmth, comfort (comforto), and friendly faces together. There’s no better way to embrace the new season than with classic Portuguese comfort foods, from rich regional delicacies to heart-warming local staples. 🍲

Swing by Mercado Invicta today to grab your favourite fall goodies, warm up, and share a cozy moment with us.

What’s your go-to Portuguese comfort food when the air gets crisp? Drop your favorites in the comments below! 👇

Craving a quick, crispy Portuguese snack or meal starter? 🦑✨Our Breaded Squid Strips (Tiras de Pota Panadas) cook direct...
29/08/2026

Craving a quick, crispy Portuguese snack or meal starter? 🦑✨

Our Breaded Squid Strips (Tiras de Pota Panadas) cook directly from frozen in just 2 to 3 minutes! Fry until golden, squeeze over fresh lemon juice, pair with your favourite garlic mayonnaise, and enjoy an authentic taste of coastal Portugal right at home.

Whether you're serving up quick tapas (Petiscos) for friends or setting up a fast weeknight dinner, these breaded strips are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside.

📍 Grab your 500g pack today for just £5.50 at Mercado Invicta!

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Attention, Roslin! 🇵🇹✨ This weekend, Friday 28th and Saturday 29th of August, Mercado Invicta is back to sweeten your da...
26/08/2026

Attention, Roslin! 🇵🇹✨ This weekend, Friday 28th and Saturday 29th of August, Mercado Invicta is back to sweeten your days!

We’re bringing the finest Portuguese treats right to you:
🍰 Cakes (bolos) full of flavour
🥧 Fresh and crispy custard tarts (pastéis de nata)

Catch us at two different spots this weekend to satisfy your authentic Portuguese cravings:

📍 Friday, Aug 28: Bilston Primary School | From 1:30 PM

📍 Saturday, Aug 29: Roslin Village Fete | From 12:00 PM

Drop by to grab your traditional snacks, we can’t wait to see you there! 🙌

Rich, savoury, and deeply comforting: Coelho à Caçadora (Hunter’s Style Rabbit) is a true Portuguese staple! 🥘✨Slow-simm...
21/08/2026

Rich, savoury, and deeply comforting: Coelho à Caçadora (Hunter’s Style Rabbit) is a true Portuguese staple! 🥘✨

Slow-simmered in garlic, white wine, bay leaves, and massa de pimentão (sweet pepper paste)—for a rich gravy made for dipping crusty bread.

Pick up your fresh rabbit and authentic ingredients straight from Mercado Invicta! 🛒🇵🇹

Ingredients:

1 kg rabbit (from Mercado Invicta!), in pieces

1 onion & 6 cloves alho (garlic), chopped

1 cup vinho branco (white wine)

1 tbsp massa de pimentão (sweet pepper paste)

2 folhas de louro (bay leaves)

Olive oil, salt, pepper & piri-piri (hot chilli)

Quick Method:

Sauté: Soften onion, garlic, and bay leaves in olive oil.

Simmer: Add rabbit and brown. Stir in pepper paste, white wine, and a splash of water. Cover and simmer for 35–40 mins until tender.

Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy with chips or rice!

What’s your favourite side to pair with rabbit stew? 👇

The wait is over! Our most requested snacks are fully restocked at Mercado Invicta.Whether you are craving the classic R...
18/08/2026

The wait is over! Our most requested snacks are fully restocked at Mercado Invicta.

Whether you are craving the classic Rissóis de Carne (beef pastries) or the rich, flavourful Rissóis de Leitão (suckling pig pastries), you can now swing by and stock up your freezer. Easy to prepare, perfectly crispy, and ready in minutes!

Grab yours before they sell out again. See you at the shop! 🛒✨

Too busy to cook, but craving a proper home-cooked Portuguese meal? 🇵🇹🍲We’ve stocked up our freezers with an amazing sel...
14/08/2026

Too busy to cook, but craving a proper home-cooked Portuguese meal? 🇵🇹🍲

We’ve stocked up our freezers with an amazing selection of authentic ready meals so you can enjoy the traditional flavours of home without spending hours in the kitchen!

From classic comforting favourites to rich, hearty dishes, we’ve got something for every craving:

Bacalhau à Brás (shredded codfish with crisp potatoes and eggs)

Frango Assado Piri-Piri (spicy piri-piri roast chicken)

Feijoada Transmontana (traditional bean and meat stew)

Moelas Portuguesas (stewed chicken gizzards)

Migas (traditional seasoned breadcrumb dish)

+ and more!

Simply pop into Mercado Invicta, stock up your freezer, and enjoy a quick, delicious dinner tonight! 🍽️

📍 Visit us in-store to check out our full frozen range.

Limiano, Castelões, Paiva, São Jorge & MoreCraving a true taste of home or eager to explore authentic Portuguese flavour...
12/08/2026

Limiano, Castelões, Paiva, São Jorge & More

Craving a true taste of home or eager to explore authentic Portuguese flavours? 🇵🇹🧀

From the rich, creamy goodness of Queijo Amanteigado to classic staples like Limiano, Castelões, Terra Nostra, and aged São Jorge, our shelves are stocked with traditional Portuguese cheeses! Whether you're building the ultimate grazing board, preparing a family meal, or pairing with a fine wine, we have the perfect slice waiting for you.

Pop into Mercado Invicta today and pick up your favourites!

📍 Visit us in store to explore our full cheese selection and traditional Portuguese goods.

Rich, brothy, and packed with flavour, Arroz de Marisco (seafood rice) is a true classic.Ingredients:500g camarão (shrim...
08/08/2026

Rich, brothy, and packed with flavour, Arroz de Marisco (seafood rice) is a true classic.

Ingredients:

500g camarão (shrimp)

250g amêijoas (clams) & 400g mexilhões (mussels)

400g Arroz Carolino (Portuguese short-grain rice)

1 red pepper, 2 onions, 5 garlic cloves, 3 tomatoes

Olive oil, white wine, butter & fresh coentros (coriander)

3 Simple Steps:

Make the Stock: Simmer shrimp shells with onion, garlic, carrot, and water for 40 mins. Strain.

Steam Shellfish: Cook clams and mussels with garlic and white wine until open. Save the pan juices for your stock!

Cook & Combine: Sauté onions, garlic, peppers, and tomatoes in olive oil. Add rice, splash with wine, and cook in the stock for 30 mins. Stir in the seafood and top with fresh coentros (coriander)!

Tip: Alternatively, you can find a ready seafood mix at the store 🤗

🛒 Get all your authentic ingredients at Mercado Invicta!

💬 Would you try making this at home? Let us know in the comments below!

Address

37 Main Street
Edinburgh
EH259LA

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 7pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

+447391153707

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