It can be hard for those with celiac disease to travel to a country that eats bread for breakfast, lunch, lanche, and dinner. Fortunately, those who can't have gluten - ... Read the Post...
4 Reasons to Unwind at Lisbon’s Most Idyllic Spa
When I'm on vacation, I'm usually in "go - go - go!" mode. I can't seem to see enough sights, or walk down enough streets. It's my husband who has to tell me to take ... Read the Post...
The Easy Peasy Portuguese-y Bolo de Bolacha
Cakes have always been extremely popular on special occasions and celebrations in Portugal: orange, lemon, and other fruit cakes are just some of the traditional ... Read the Post...
A Portuguese Touch to Movember with Beard Up
November is just around the corner, and that means men all over the world will be abandoning their razors for the month in order to raise money and awareness of ... Read the Post...
Visiting Alcobaça? Eat at António Padeiro
I had lunch at Restaurante António Padeiro in a recent visit to Alcobaça in central Portugal. The food was recommended, but I wasn't sure what exactly to expect. So I ... Read the Post...
Castelo de Almourol: The Little Castle on the Islet
Not too far from the city of Tomar in central Portugal, you'll find a medieval castle in the middle of an islet known as the Castelo de Almourol. While each castle in ... Read the Post...
Seven Hills: Not Your Average Souvenir Store
It's not difficult to inadvertently fall into tourist traps when you're visiting the touristy parts of Lisbon. Sadly, there are more tasteless shops with their tacky, ... Read the Post...
A Little Café Spot in Viseu
It's not difficult to find good food in Portugal. Breakfast, however, has traditionally been a low-key meal for Portuguese people, so tourists may not always be overly ... Read the Post...
