I wanted to write a slightly different post this time to familiarize my readers with one of Portugal's greatest love stories. But before you lose interest: this is no rom-com ... Read the Post...
A Little Stroll Around a Land of Fairytales
Famous writers (infinitely more talented than me) have raved about Sintra for the last couple of centuries. Lord Byron, speaking of this UNESCO world heritage site, called it ... Read the Post...
Do Pastéis de Belém Live Up to All the Hype?
Visiting Portugal is like going on a honeymoon with your taste-buds. With so many delicious foods to choose from, it's hard to decide which ones to eat in your limited ... Read the Post...
The Natural Salt Mines of Rio Maior
Imagine being a girl taking her animals to pasture. You get thirsty and take a sip of water from a nearby spring, only to find out it tastes seven times saltier than sea ... Read the Post...
A Very Special Christmas Concert
If you've ever lived in Portugal, you'll have watched or at least heard of Natal dos Hospitais (literally translates to Hospitals' Christmas). Every year, a series of concerts ... Read the Post...
My Favorite Belvedere in Lisbon
A few fortunate souls may inadvertently stumble upon Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara on a drunken night out in Lisbon's famous bar & restaurant quarter, Bairro Alto. ... Read the Post...
Bolo-Rei: The Cake of Kings
I was kindly reminded of my age when I started discussing bolo-rei with my mom the other day. Why? Because I can still remember how this very traditional Christmas cake ... Read the Post...
Vinho Verde: Your New Favorite Wine
I introduced my friend to vinho verde the other night and it was love at first sip. But the experience made me realize how unknown this type of wine is outside of ... Read the Post...
