Restoration
I arrived early on my first day at Palacio Cardoso. The air was heavy with exhaust fumes. I crossed the street, shielding my eyes from the glare, and hugged the thin strip of shade provided by the buildings until I found a tiny café.
Author: Kate Tyte
Kate M Tyte was born in England and worked as an archivist for over ten years, before moving to Portugal where she teaches English. Her essays and reviews have appeared in Slightly Foxed, and her fiction in magazines and podcasts.