Mindelo (Sao Vicente) - Provisions & Laundry

Provisions:

Provisioning has improved and now you get almost everything - from a wide range of meats including South American beef, fresh fish, organically grown vegetables which are reportedly much cheaper than Europe.

There are also a wide range of new supermarkets including a new one Pilar Vermelho Madeirazinho which carries a much wider range than historically would be available here including items such as gluten specialist products, Japanese soya and mats etc.

There are now also three Meu Super which are from the large Portuguese supermarket chain of Continente.

"Fragata", just downtown 5 minutes from the marina, will help deliver your purchases by supermarket trolley to the marina if asked. Cash only.

Bento supermarket accepts credit cards.

There is also a gross market where larger quantities can be purchased at fair prices.

There are fresh fruit and vegetable markets in Mindelo and Praia, which vary in variety and quality with the seasons. Also a fish market on the waterfront.

There are also three good bakeries providing fresh bread.

Laundry:

Laundry service is available through the marina office. Clearly labelled laundry bags need to be left by the marina office at 09:00 each morning with a completed laundry form in order to be returned later that afternoon.