Introduction to Portuguese wines
More than 250 grape varieties allow Portugal to offer a wide range of red, white and rosé wines, as well as green wines, sparkling wines, port wines, Madeira and Azores wines and Moscatel....
The Curious Village of Monsanto
A historic village, Monsanto has a singular charm: its houses are built entirely of local stone and some are set directly into the rock of the mountain.
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!
Soccer in Portugal: nearly a religion
Soccer, futebol in Portuguese, is lived like a true religion in Portugal. Here are some keys to understanding this national passion.
When Estoril was the meeting place for spies
The Duke of Windsor, the Spanish royal family, the king of Romania, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Leslie Howard, Ian Fleming, Dušan Popov, Garbo... settle in Estoril during the Second World War... They will be a source of inspiration for the character of James Bond!
Padrão dos Descobrimentos, Monument to the Discoveries
Vasco da Gama, Magellan, Bartolomeu Dias and Henry the Navigator are 3 of the 33 Portuguese explorers who appear on the Padrão dos Descobrimentos. Discover who they are...
Unexpected Portugal: 7 unbelievable places to visit
Pena, Joanina, Benagil... These words may not mean anything to you. These are 3 of the 7 incredible places to discover in Portugal. More in the blog post...
What are the public holidays in Portugal?
Portugal has 13 national and official holidays plus a regional holiday in honor of the patron saint of each city. So, what are these holidays? What are the remarkable commemorations and what are the traditions?
Cataplana: The 5 best recipes
In Portugal, there are almost as many recipes for Cataplana as there are cooks. However, there are some basic recipes. Here they are, translated from Portuguese...
Father's Day in Portugal: our original gift ideas
In Portugal, Father's Day is celebrated on St. Joseph's Day (São José), but in France, the United States and most other countries, fathers are celebrated on the third Sunday of June. Here are some ideas for a gift straight from Portugal, special Father's Day edition.
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.