11 famous Portuguese people you've heard of
Vasco da Gama, Magellan, Saramago, Ronaldo... all have in common their fame that has gone beyond national borders. Discover these 11 illustrious Portuguese, known all over the world.
The Amazing Story of the Dead Queen
The story of the Dead Queen is a secondary episode in the history of Portugal, but it is so amazing that it has given rise to many legends, books and plays.
Marinha Grande and the glass craft... An age-old history
In 1769, Guilherme Stephens, an Englishman who had emigrated to Portugal, under the advice of the Marquis of Pombal and by the will of the King, took over and developed the glass factory in Marinha Grande... Even today, Portuguese glass comes from this city.
Where to go in summer in Portugal? The silver coast !
Are you planning your summer vacation in Portugal and looking for an itinerary of must-see places to visit? In this article, we suggest you discover the Silver Coast (Costa de Prata, in Portuguese)
These Portuguese navigators who discovered the world.
600 years ago, more than 50 great Portuguese navigators distinguished themselves by their discoveries. Thanks to them, in less than a century, the entire globe was covered by new maritime routes. But history will mainly remember the names of Henry the Navigator, Bartolomeu Dias, Vasco de Gama and Magellan.
Lisbon off
Beyond these tourist places, Lisbon is full of unusual places where history, industry, landscapes, modern art... are mixed in an improbable way. I suggest you to discover some of them.
Lisbon and Saint Anthony's Day
If you are not sure of the ideal time to plan a visit to the city of Lisbon, the answer is, without a doubt, the month of June and more specifically the 12th and 13th of June. These are the dates of the Lisbon Festivals!
The secret recipe of Pasteis de Nata
The best Pasteis de Nata are to be bought in Lisbon and eaten on the spot, still warm. Please, never buy them in supermarkets or at the airport, you could only be disappointed. Come on, they are not very difficult to make by yourself. Here is my recipe!
Fátima and the 3 secrets revealed by the Holy Virgin
In 1917, in Fátima, a succession of events gave rise to a mystery that has permeated the 20th century and to one of the greatest places of Catholic pilgrimage today.
These sentences are a must for a trip to Portugal
Are you planning to visit Portugal soon and are worried that the language barrier will prevent you from fully enjoying your experience? Here are the few words you will need.
Bacalhau ! Codfish, a Portuguese specialty
If you are planning to travel to Portugal, you will quickly notice that the "Bacalhau" is everywhere. Discover the origin of the consumption of this fish and some emblematic recipes...
Canned sardines : How to choose them ?
Sardines or filleted sardines ? prepared with olive or sunflower oil ? Plain or in sauce ? What about vintage sardines? How to make your choice and be sure to discover the best canned sardines?