A question of age
Modern vintage ports can no doubt be enjoyed younger than in the past. David Baverstock looks into just what has changed. There is no doubt in my mind that vintage
New project unites gastronomy and tourism
A project focusing on one of the Algarve’s most beloved treasures – its gastronomy – was launched earlier this year. Suitably named Taste Algarve, the project was created by two
Cooking classes for all ages at Martins Kulinarium
Just off the top of Estrada do Farol in Carvoeiro (Lagoa), you will find Martins Kulinarium, established one year ago. Hosts Martin and Annett Busse are on hand to give
Perfectly packaged
Ongoing at Galeria Corte-Real in Paderne is a display featuring some of Portugal’s most iconic packages. Created early in the 20th century by the country’s first commercial artists, they exemplify
Harvest time at Herdade dos Grous
There is no better time than now and over the next few weeks to visit a winery. And, in fact, you do not have to go far with so many
Ab fab yog
Yoghurt is something that I can take or leave – unless I am in the UK, when the incredible number of varieties revitalises my taste buds. However, I can now
Tasty clams from the Ria Formosa
The riverside area of Vila Real de Santo António will this weekend see the first Bean Clams Festival (Festival da Conquiha) take place. The event, which starts today (August 17),
A fruit for the summer
The Municipality of São Brás de Alportel invites everyone to the town’s market tomorrow, Saturday August 18, and on Saturday August 25, to discover more about the melon. The melon, which
Arts and flavours event in Mexilhoeira Grande
This weekend Mexilhoeira Grande will host the 11th Arts and Flavours of Our Land Show (Mostra de Artes e Sabores da Nossa Terra). The event, which runs from 7pm until
Cooking with garden produce for the young and not so young
A new book for children in English on organic gardening, growing and cooking has been released. Entitled Nettles and Roses by Fernanda Botelho and Sara Simões, the picture book invites