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This August they charged me 10 euros for a hot dog!

Público9 September 2026 at 09:00

The article addresses the extreme price increases in Portugal during the summer, using as an example the case of a hot dog that cost 10 euros in August. The author, Liliana Carona, writes a chronicle about the true Portuguese luxury this summer.

The author argues that luxury is no longer about vacationing in the Algarve, but rather a family being able to take their children to a popular festival and let them choose whichever ice cream they want without worrying about the cost.

The text reflects a critique of inflation and the high cost of living in Portugal, suggesting that activities previously considered simple and accessible have become privileges for few families.

The chronicle is by Liliana Carona and uses the humorous and reflective tone characteristic of a personal opinion about the current Portuguese economic reality.

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