Valentina's Portuguese Market

06/13/2026

St Anthony Parish stop by today !

Beautiful weather out ❤️

06/11/2026

🐚🔥 LAPAS DAS AÇORES — a taste of the Atlantic on a shell! If you've never had grilled limpets, you're missing one of the Azores' greatest treasures. 🇵🇹 These little shellfish cling to volcanic rocks along the coastlines of São Miguel, Faial, and Pico — and when grilled with butter, garlic, and a squeeze of lemon, they're absolutely magical. ✨
🍋 How to make them at home:
1. Place limpets shell-side down on a hot grill or cast iron pan
2. Add a small k**b of garlic butter to each one
3. Sprinkle with sea salt & chilli flakes
4. Grill 3–4 mins until the butter is bubbling 5. Finish with fresh parsley & lemon
🍋 6. Eat straight from the shell — it's the Azorean way! Find everything you need right here at Valentina's! 🛒 👉 Link in bio for store hours.

Please take notice these are available only via comfirmed orders
we sell these frozen year round !

06/10/2026

Today is the day

TODAY IS THE DAY! 🇵🇹🇵🇹

Join us as we celebrate the 46th Annual Dia de Portugal in Lowell!

The parade begins at 6:00 PM at the Reds Club, 512 Central Street, and proceeds through downtown Lowell to City Hall for the annual flag raising ceremony.

Wear your Portuguese colors! 💚❤️Bring your flags! 🇵🇹Bring your family! 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

For 46 years, our community has come together to celebrate our heritage, our language, and our culture. We look forward to seeing old friends, welcoming new faces, and filling downtown Lowell with Portuguese pride!

See you tonight!

05/23/2026

If your backyard doesn’t smell like Valentina’s secret sauce this weekend, you’re doing it wrong. Firing up the grill today. 🇵🇹🔥

05/23/2026

Memorial Day weekend ☀️

We're open today!

You've got to try Valentina's secret sauce wings on the grill – they're AMAZING. 😋

05/15/2026

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05/09/2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a taste of home at Valentina’s Market! 🇵🇹🌷
This year, give Mãe exactly what she loves. Stop by the shop and build your own custom board from our huge selection of favorites:
• Queijos: Authentic Portuguese cheeses like São Jorge and Azeitão.
• Carnes: Traditional Presunto, Chouriço, and Paio.
• Doce: Classic Marmelada and gourmet jams.
• Vinhos: A great bottle of Vinho Verde or a special red from our wine market.
Take inspiration from the spreads in our picture mix and match to create something special for the family table.
Visit us at Valentina’s to pick up everything you need! 🍷🧀

04/15/2026

Portuguese Quick-Infused Octopus 🐙🇵🇹
Skip the hours of prep and get straight to the flavor! We’re using our El Rey Del Pulpo XL Pre-Cooked Tentacles and authentic Portuguese Chouriço for a restaurant-quality meal that’s ready in a fraction of the time.
The secret? A quick Sous Vide “infusion” that drives the smoky chouriço oils deep into the octopus before a hot sear.
INGREDIENTS:
✅ 1 pack El Rey Del Pulpo Pre-Cooked Octopus (XL)
✅ 1/2 lb Portuguese Chouriço (sliced thick)
✅ 1 tsp Smoked Paprika (Pimentão Doce)
✅ 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
✅ 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
✅ Fresh Parsley & Sea Salt
✅ Lemon Wedges
DIRECTIONS:
1️⃣ INFUSE: Set Sous Vide to 140°F (60°C). Bag the thawed tentacles with chouriço, paprika, garlic powder, and olive oil. Submerge for 45 minutes to lock in the flavors.
2️⃣ DRY: Remove from the bag and pat the octopus extremely dry with paper towels. (This is the secret to a perfect crust!)
3️⃣ CHAR: Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill to high heat. Sear the tentacles for just 60-90 seconds per side until crispy and charred.
4️⃣ SERVE: Plate the octopus and chouriço together. Drizzle with the flavorful oils from the bag, a squeeze of lemon, and fresh parsley.
🛒 Find everything you need for this recipe right here at Valentina’s Market!
SousVide PortugueseCuisine HomeChef ElReyDelPulpo LowellMA

04/11/2026

☀️ Sun’s Out, Grills Out!
The weather is finally perfect, and you know what that means—it’s time to fire up the charcoal and get those smokers rolling. There is nothing that says “Portuguese Weekend” quite like the aroma of fresh Sardinhas Assadas (Grilled Sardines) drifting through the neighborhood.
Whether you’re hosting the whole family or just enjoying the backyard breeze, we have everything you need to recreate that authentic seaside tavern feel right at home.
The Weekend Checklist:
• Portuguese Sardines: Our latest catch is in and ready for the sea salt.
• Rock Salt & Olive Oil: The essential duo for that perfect, crispy skin.
• Sides: Pick up some boiling potatoes and fresh peppers to roast alongside the fish.
• The Perfect Pour: Don’t forget a chilled bottle of Vinho Verde or a robust Douro red to complete the meal.
Tradition in Every Bite
Portuguese grilling is all about simplicity and high-quality ingredients. Just a heavy coating of sea salt, a hot flame, and good company.
📍 Visit us at Valentina’s Portuguese Market this morning to grab your supplies before the rush. Let’s make this weekend one to remember!
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01/24/2026

Winter storm alert! ❄️🏡

Today is the perfect time to head down to Valentina’s Market and stock up on the essentials! With the storm moving in, we want to make sure your pantry is full just in case we have to close our doors for a bit. 🥖🧀

Stay safe, stay warm, and we’ll see you soon!