Learning about tea and cakes
Pupils of year six of the International School of the Algarve in Porches visited ‘Quinta dos Avós’ recently, a very pleasant café that makes and sells traditional cakes and teas,
Loulé Easter Sundays
On Sunday April 11 and April 25, Loulé will play host to two of the Algarve’s biggest religious processions – The Sovereign Mother Celebrations – which attracts hundreds of people
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British firefighters could be stationed at service areas along the A2’s Lisbon to Algarve motorway during this summer’s key events. The president of the National Fire and Civil Protection Service,
Lunchtime meeting
More than 20 people from 10 different Algarve companies recently attended the ‘Meet for Lunch, Business Opportunities’ event organised in the Raj restaurant at the Hotel Garbe. After a curry
Boosting your business
At the recent first British Portuguese Chamber of Commerce (BPCC) Algarve group conference, various speakers explained the different ways that the BPCC can assist businesses in the region. The event,
More performers to rock Portugal
Festival organisers SHOW 4U have announced that Andy Smith, the DJ from Portishead, is the latest artist to confirm he will perform alongside the Chemical Brothers at the República Independente
Charity needs help
In order to continue helping orphans in the Algarve, the Charity Bazaar Estói needs your help as it is looking for a new shop. The charity must move from its
Muslims fear stereotyping
As fear of terrorism grips Europe, Muslims in Portugal are reported to be feeling that they are under unfair suspicion in the aftermath of the Madrid bombings. There are 35,000
Construction show open
The fourth Algarve Construction Exhibition opened its doors to the public at Parque das Feiras e Exposições in Portimão yesterday. According to the organisers, the fair is now one of
Pharmacy for Faro airport
The medical authorities have authorised plans for a new pharmacy in Faro airport. According to airport management company ANA, more than 4.8 million people travelled to or from Faro last

