Many thanks for the replies, they are just what we needed to know. I will now have more room in the luggage for some more shoes!!

Does anyone know if I can purchase soya margarine, soya milk and wholemeal flour in Carvoeiro and if so where?

We will be visiting in August and have a child with food allergies and would prefer not to have to bring the products with us from England.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.