Portimão hosts first riverside food truck festival
Portimão’s riverside will be the stage for the town’s very first Portimão Foodtrucks festival, running from August 28 to 31. The event promises a mix of street food, live music,
American wine lovers flock to Douro in record numbers
Portugal’s northern Douro region, long celebrated for its vineyards and rich wine heritage, is experiencing an unprecedented surge in American visitors. Once a niche market, US travellers now represent the
Picanha, a love that can’t (can) be explained!
Crossing the line or dividing opinions might certainly be an outcome of this conversation but let me assure you that my intention is purely driven by a desire to understand
‘Roll’ up! For the greatest showdown on earth
Dare we foreigners speak up on a matter of national importance in these politically-charged times? Is this a good time to put our heads above the cultural parapet and venture
A visit to Casa do Rio in Estômbar – a summer-friendly lunch for Chaîne des Rôtisseurs
An Algarvian summer treat was enjoyed by members of the local branch of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs on Friday, August 8. Casa do Rio in Estômbar is a warm, intimate
Mercearia Bio: simply organic
In 2007, Pedro Gonçalves and Ana António set out to adopt a healthier diet prioritising high-quality products. They started by running an online shop out of a modest warehouse in
Reviving ancient vineyards in Aljezur
Warm and sunny in the mornings and often damp and breezy in the afternoons, the Algarve’s west coast boasts a unique microclimate. Along its rugged clifftops and undulating terrain, wild
You say tomato, I say tomatillo
My introduction to tomatillos happened by chance. The seed supplier included a few surprise packets as a thank you for my online purchase. One of them was adorned with the
Guia Chicken is king for five days
The renowned delicacy is celebrated during the 36th Guia Chicken Festival this week with plenty of entertainment. The 36th Guia Chicken Festival kicks off at 18h00 this Wednesday, July 30. The event, which highlights one
Seafood Festival adds flavour to Olhão
From August 9 to 14, the popular festival returns with outstanding gastronomy and an exciting musical lineup. The Seafood Festival returns to Olhão from August 9 to 14, 2025, promising