Crunchy on the outside, melt-in-your-mouth on the inside, pastel de nata has been a staple of Lisbon’s culinary heritage for almost 200 years. This pastry hides a history as rich as its cream ...

From a modest storefront in Brookline, Cristina Quintino can bake up to 200 pastéis de nata a day — golden, flaky tarts filled with rich, velvety custard, and a beloved staple of Portugal.