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ZĂĽRICH

The Monocle Badi market in ZĂĽrich with Visit Portugal
Swing into summer at Monocle’s annual Badi Market. Drop by for the season’s must-haves, tasty bites, fresh drinks and good vibes. 15.00 – 18.30 on Friday & 10.00 – 19.00 on Saturday
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The Monocle spring market in London with Visit Portugal
Join us in Midori House’s courtyard to celebrate the diverse gastronomy, culture and design Portugal has to offer. Saturday 10 May, 10.00 – 18.00