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Mini Marafona with Magnet, Monsanto Tradition in a Practical Format

The Mini Marafona with magnet represents one of the most emblematic symbols of the historic village of Monsanto. This traditional rag doll, just 3 x 3 cm, faithfully preserves the original structure: a wooden cross wrapped in colourful fabric, creating a vibrant regional costume in random colours.

Important note: this listing is for 1 (one) unit. The product images show several pieces purely to illustrate the range of colours, but each purchase includes only one Mini Marafona.

Symbolism and Protection

According to popular tradition, marafonas were used by young women of marrying age to celebrate fertility and marital happiness. Placed on the bed, they protected the home from storms and the evil eye. On the wedding day, they were kept under the bed, since without eyes, ears or mouth, they saw nothing and told nothing, ensuring discretion and good luck for the couple.

Practical Format with Magnet

Unlike the larger versions, this Mini Marafona comes with a built-in magnet, making it ideal for decorating fridges, doors or any metal surface. It's a simple, everyday way to keep Beira Baixa's cultural heritage present.

Key Features

• Authentic symbol of protection and fertility
• Traditional craftwork from Beira Baixa, handmade
• Dimensions: 3 x 3 cm
• Practical format with magnetic backing
• Colours assigned at random, a one-of-a-kind piece

Use and Care

This Mini Marafona is not a toy: it is a purely decorative piece. To keep its beauty over time, clean only with a dry cloth, without water or cleaning products.

The Propolis Extract by beekeeper Bruno Anselmo is a natural 30ml extract made in Idanha-a-Nova, in the Beira Baixa region. Formulated with a water base and enriched with multiflora honey, echinacea and pennyroyal, it offers a gentle, natural option suitable for the whole family, including children.

Handcrafted Propolis from Beira Baixa

This natural propolis extract combines the beekeeping tradition of Idanha-a-Nova with carefully selected ingredients. The unique formula includes multiflora honey (36%), propolis extract (10%), echinacea (3.5%) and pennyroyal (10.5%) in a water base, doing away with the alcohol traditionally used in this type of product.

Made by Bruno Anselmo, a local beekeeper from the Naturtejo Geopark region, this 30ml extract reflects the handcrafted know-how of Beira Baixa and the richness of the native resources of this UNESCO-protected area.

Key Features

• Gentle, alcohol-free formula
• Suitable for children
• Concentrated natural extracts
• Regional multiflora honey
• Easy, direct application

The Segredo da Lua Herbal Tea combines six carefully selected aromatic herbs from Beira Baixa, creating a relaxing organic infusion. Handcrafted by Ervas da Zoe and sold by Geocakes, this harmonious blend of chamomile, lemon balm, peppermint, lemon verbena, rose and lime blossom offers moments of tranquillity inspired by the region's traditional know-how.

Organic Infusion from Beira Baixa

This handcrafted herbal tea comes from the meeting of Beira Baixa's herbal tradition and the expertise of Ervas da Zoe, a local producer from Ladoeiro. Each leaf is hand-selected, guaranteeing an exceptional quality that reflects the Naturtejo Geopark territory.

The balanced formula combines chamomile, lemon balm, peppermint, lemon verbena, rose and lime blossom in an aromatic symphony that invites relaxation. Made under certified organic farming, this 30g infusion preserves all the natural properties of the plants.

Key Features

• Promotes natural relaxation
• Combines six aromatic herbs
• Certified organic production
• Hand-selected leaves
• Authentic herbal tradition

Sementes Vivas' organic Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) seeds, available at Geocakes, bring a vigorous tropical plant to your garden or greenhouse. With autumn flowering and intense red calyces, it's the base of the well-known hibiscus tea, now within reach of anyone wanting to grow it in Portugal.

Hibiscus Sabdariffa: A Tropical Plant in Beira Baixa

Originally from Herdade do Couto da Várzea, in Idanha-a-Nova, these seeds reach you through Sementes Vivas, a Geocakes partner in the Naturtejo Geopark, with organic and Demeter (biodynamic farming) certification. Hibiscus sabdariffa flowers naturally in autumn, as the days start to shorten, after a whole summer of growing and gaining height.

How to Grow It in Your Garden

Being a tropical plant, Hibiscus adapts better to the Portuguese climate with protected growing, in a greenhouse or a sheltered, warm spot, especially during the colder months. It prefers full sun and regular watering during growth, and rewards patience with a striking, vigorous plant with lush foliage. Each pack contains 10g of seeds, enough to try growing this still-uncommon crop.

From the Land to the Cup

After flowering, the red, fleshy calyces that surround the seed can be harvested and dried, to prepare the traditional hibiscus tea, tart and intensely coloured, known in many cultures by different names. A simple way to follow the plant's whole journey, from sowing to cup, without leaving your own garden. Each harvest can also be stored for winter, dried and ready to infuse whenever you like.

Why Choose These Seeds

• Organic and Demeter seeds, sustainable production
• Autumn flowering, following the natural Portuguese cycle
• Edible calyces, the base of hibiscus tea
• A vigorous plant, easy to maintain
• From Idanha-a-Nova, at the heart of the Naturtejo Geopark

Turn your celebration into a unique moment with our handcrafted celebration cake, fully personalised to your ideas. Created by Chefs Raquel and Mário Rui at Geocakes, each cake combines traditional Beira Baixa techniques with regional organic ingredients, offering authentic flavours to mark special occasions, family parties, birthdays, corporate celebrations, weddings, christenings and more.

Handcrafted Celebration Cake from Beira Baixa

Each Geocakes celebration cake is a unique creation, shaped by your ideas and the skill of our chefs, who have over 40 years of experience. We use certified ingredients and native products from the Idanha-a-Nova region, a partner of the UNESCO Naturtejo Global Geopark.

Personalisation is total: from edible prints and sculpting to toppers, macarons, puff-pastry elements, flowers and fresh berries. Send us your inspiration by uploading an image or contact us via the "Chat with Us" feature.

Key Features

• Full personalisation to match your ideas
• Certified organic ingredients from the region
• Handcrafted techniques from experienced chefs
• Authentic flavours from Beira Baixa
• Sustainable production in short supply chains

Biscuits with 500 Million Years of History

Geocakes' Organic Trilobites are an edible tribute to one of the most fascinating animals in Earth's history: marine arthropods that ruled the oceans for over 250 million years and left their fossilised traces in Beira Baixa's rocks. Each biscuit is handcrafted to evoke the shape of these extinct creatures, turning every pack into an experience between gastronomy and palaeontology.

Made in Idanha-a-Nova, at the heart of the Naturtejo Geopark - Portugal's first UNESCO Global Geopark -, these little biscuits come from a recipe unique and exclusive to Geocakes, created by Chef Raquel Ramos to be as unique as the territory they celebrate. With the GeoFood Seal, the Organic Trilobites are genuine ambassadors of the Geopark to the world.

Ingredients from Organic Farming

The recipe combines organic wheat flour (40%) with eggs (7%), chocolate, millet and cinnamon, all from organic farming. The choice of each ingredient respects the values that have guided Geocakes since 2012: naturalness, verifiable origin and respect for the territory. The result is a crunchy, lightly sweetened biscuit, with notes of chocolate and cinnamon that complement each other in an unmistakable texture.

A Handcrafted, Lactose-Free Recipe

For anyone avoiding lactose products, the Organic Trilobites are a safe, tasty choice. The recipe includes no milk or dairy, keeping all the crunch and complex flavour that set Geocakes' handcrafted production apart. Each 190g pack has a 120-day shelf life - more than enough time to share, gift or enjoy at your own pace.

Why Choose the Organic Trilobites

• Organic farming ingredients - wheat flour (40%), eggs (7%), chocolate, millet and cinnamon, with no synthetic pesticides
• A lactose-free recipe - suitable for anyone with an intolerance or preference for dairy-free products
• Handcrafted production in Idanha-a-Nova - hand-shaped by the Geocakes team with Chef Raquel Ramos' know-how
• GeoFood Seal - recognised by the UNESCO Naturtejo Geopark as a genuine product of the territory
• 120-day shelf life - ideal for gifting, sending or keeping for a while

A Gift with Portuguese Soul

The Organic Trilobites are one of Geocakes' most distinctive products - impossible to find anywhere else, because they were born from an exclusive partnership with the Naturtejo Geopark and a recipe that exists only here. Packaged with no unnecessary plastic, they make a perfect gift for anyone who appreciates authenticity, history and the genuine flavours of inland Portugal.

Some wines hold the memory of a landscape. This red from Herdade do Escrivão is one of them. Produced in Beira Interior following the principles of biodynamic farming, it expresses the character of the Beira land in every sip, with the authenticity of those who treat the vineyard as part of a living ecosystem.

An Estate with Deep Roots in Beira Interior

With 80 hectares near the Beira border, Herdade do Escrivão has over 20 years of organic farming practice and, since 2019, Demeter biodynamic certification. The vineyard, with 4.5 hectares planted on sandy schist soils, benefits from excellent sun exposure and a history of excellent plant health. The estate also produces vegetables, cereals and pastures, and is home to a herd of Charnequeira goats, integrating the vineyard into a living, self-sufficient system. The team is led by viticulturist Miguel Valente and winemaker João Salavessa.

Traditional Portuguese Varieties, Pure Terroir Expression

The blend is made up of Touriga Nacional, Trincadeira and Tinta Roriz, three varieties that characterise Beira Interior's red wines and that find here a carefully tended growing environment. Ageing in stainless steel preserves the fruit's freshness and varietal identity, without interference from wood.

What You'll Find in the Glass

An intense garnet colour. On the nose, ripe red fruit stands out, with cherries and plums up front and wild blackberry notes adding depth. On the palate, velvety tannins give it structure without weight, the balance is remarkable and the finish is long and pleasant. A wine that invites a second glass.

Why Choose This Wine

• Demeter certification: biodynamic viticulture with over 20 years of practice
• Sandy schist terroir from Beira Interior with excellent winegrowing suitability
• Traditional Portuguese varieties, a balanced, expressive blend
• Velvety tannins and a long, memorable finish
• Production integrated into a sustainable, biodiverse farming ecosystem

Ervas da Zoe's Fleur de Sel with Rosemary combines the purity of the traditional Ria Formosa salt pans with local organic Portuguese rosemary, creating a handcrafted seasoning with intense aroma and authentic flavour that elevates any dish with the genuineness of Portuguese tradition.

Organic Fleur de Sel with Rosemary - Authentic Portuguese Tradition

This handcrafted fleur de sel is born from the meeting of the crystalline purity of the Ria Formosa salt pans and organic rosemary grown in Portugal. Each crystal preserves the marine essence while the rosemary lends Mediterranean aromatic notes, resulting in a seasoning that honours Portuguese salt-making tradition.

Certified 100% organic and produced through handcrafted methods, this blend represents Geocakes' commitment to territorial authenticity and Beira Baixa's short production chains.

Key Features

• Intense aroma preserved through handcrafted harvesting
• Organic certification
• A unique crunchy texture of fleur de sel
• A balanced flavour between mineral and herbal
• Sustainable production with short supply chains

Beira Baixa's Musical Tradition in Miniature

Geocakes' mini Adufe with magnet is a faithful reproduction of the musical instrument that marks Idanha-a-Nova's sound identity. With compact dimensions of 3 by 3 cm, it preserves the handcrafted wood and natural hide construction, keeping the characteristics of the ancestral instrument that still echoes today in the region's festivals and traditions.

An Instrument with Age-Old Roots

The Adufe has a history spanning centuries. Introduced to the Iberian Peninsula by the Arabs between the 8th and 9th centuries, this percussion instrument established a particular link to women, a tradition tracing back to the civilisations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and Rome, as historical iconographic evidence shows. In Idanha-a-Nova, the Adufe has stayed alive as a cultural symbol, played in processions, folk festivals and celebrations across generations.

A Decorative Piece with Soul

This mini Adufe isn't meant to be played as an instrument. It was created as a decorative piece, with a built-in magnet that lets you attach it to metal surfaces, like the fridge or a metal noticeboard, turning it into a visible everyday keepsake. Each piece keeps the natural textures of wood and hide, materials that make every mini Adufe slightly unique.

Key Features

• An authentic cultural symbol of Idanha-a-Nova and Beira Baixa
• Handcrafted construction in wood and natural hide
• Built-in magnet for decorative display
• A compact 3x3 cm size, ideal for collecting or as a keepsake
• A piece inspired by an instrument with over a thousand years of history

Use and Care

This mini Adufe is purely decorative and should not be mistaken for a toy. Keep out of reach of small children, due to its small size and built-in magnet. To keep it in good condition, clean only with a dry cloth, without water or cleaning products.

Geocakes' Celebration Cake with Dark Chocolate Icing is a delight, personalised to your taste with unique decorations, and represents Chef Raquel Ramos' authentic know-how, made in the Naturtejo Geopark region.

Cake with Dark Chocolate Icing

This celebration cake stands out for its rich dark chocolate icing and the possibility of full personalisation. Handcrafted in Idanha-a-Nova, every cake reflects Geocakes' commitment to organic ingredients and traditional Beira Baixa techniques.

The sponge base is carefully made with native regional products, while the dark chocolate icing offers an intense, well-balanced flavour. Our chefs' expertise, with over 40 years of experience, guarantees a unique texture and flavour in every creation. Great for special occasions, family parties, birthdays, corporate celebrations, weddings, christenings and more.

Key Features

• Full personalisation - bespoke decorations
• Handcrafted production - Beira Baixa tradition
• Authentic flavour - intense dark chocolate
• Short supply chains - fresh local products

Personalisation Options

Every cake can be enriched with edible printing, personalised sculpting, themed toppers, handcrafted macarons, puff-pastry elements, edible flowers and regional berries. Creativity has no limits - send us your idea or image for a bespoke proposal.

Discover Beira Baixa's authenticity in our celebration cake with sweet egg yolk icing, a handcrafted creation that celebrates traditional Portuguese flavours. Made by Chef Raquel Ramos in the Naturtejo Geopark region, this cake combines ancestral techniques with local organic ingredients, offering a unique gastronomic experience for a happy celebration. Great for special occasions, family parties, birthdays, corporate celebrations, weddings, christenings and more.

Celebration Cake with Sweet Egg Yolk Icing

This celebration cake represents the essence of traditional sweet-making, made with quality ingredients and ancestral techniques preserved in the Naturtejo Geopark region. Our sweet egg yolk icing is prepared following traditional Portuguese recipes.

Each cake is personalised to your preferences, and can include edible printing, decorative sculpting, themed toppers, handcrafted macarons, puff-pastry elements, edible flowers and regional berries.

Key Features

• Full personalisation - bespoke decorations
• Handcrafted production - Beira Baixa tradition
• Authentic flavour - that special taste
• Short supply chains - fresh local products

Geocakes' Fleur de Sel with Lemon Thyme combines the purity of the traditional Ria Formosa salt pans with the citrus aroma of organic lemon thyme. This handcrafted, certified organic seasoning is carefully prepared with hand-selected leaves, offering an exceptional seasoning that naturally enhances the flavours of your dishes.

Handcrafted Fleur de Sel with Organic Lemon Thyme

This aromatic fleur de sel results from the union between Portuguese salt-making tradition and Beira Baixa's handcrafted know-how. Sourced from the Ria Formosa salt pans, each crystal is enriched with organic lemon thyme leaves, carefully hand-selected.

The hand-selection process ensures only the most aromatic leaves go into this seasoning, removing stems and impurities. The result is an organic seasoning with a delicate texture and balanced flavour, where the sea salt harmonises with the citrus and herbaceous notes of lemon thyme.

Key Features

• Naturally enhances flavours without masking them
• Unique crystalline texture of fleur de sel
• Lingering citrus aroma from the lemon thyme
• 100% certified organic production
• Handcrafted, hand-selected leaves

Roasted almonds capture Beira Baixa's essence in an irresistibly crunchy texture. From Idanha-a-Nova, these almonds preserve the intense, balanced flavour of Portuguese tradition, with no additives or unnecessary extras.

Authentic Flavour from Beira Baixa

These natural roasted almonds represent the best of national production from the Idanha-a-Nova region. Roasted to just the right point, they reveal an unmatched crunchy texture and an intense flavour that honours the local raw material.

These almonds reflect Geocakes' commitment to territorial authenticity and short production supply chains.

Key Features

• • 100% certified Portuguese origin
• • Perfect handcrafted crunchy texture
• • Intense flavour with no additives
• • Local production