The Mother Sauces
In the culinary world, there are undoubtedly as many sauces as there are dishes. However, not all sauces are made equal. There is an esteemed quintet that is regarded above
Driven mad in Portugal?
What goes on in your mind when I say “driving in Portugal”? Are you thinking about the ‘unique’ driving style of this country, which some imagine might make it one
The ancient origins of Carnival
Throughout history, humanity has always celebrated the changing of seasons and the renewal of life through various festivals and rituals. Among these, Carnival stands out as a vibrant tradition with
Is your child a victim of child-on-child abuse?
In my previous article, I outlined the worrying statistics with regard to child-on-child abuse, and how all those involved in children’s lives must do everything that they can to prevent
The Exploitation of Portugal’s Mineral Resources – Part 3
An overview of mining in deep waters In October 2023, parliament approved legislation which proposed a moratorium on deep-sea mining (DSM) in Portuguese waters until year 2050. In April 2023,
Portuguese taxes in 2024: What you need to know
The Portugal 2024 budget introduced one significant tax reform for 2024 – the popular non-habitual residence programme closed for new applicants. Otherwise, Portuguese taxation remains similar to recent years. Income
The American Boom
The boom in the number of Americans living in Portugal is due to the Baby Boomers My lovely wife and I were both born in 1945 (you do the math).
Mediterranean climate zones – the plants of Australia
The Algarve is classified as zone 9/10 in the USDA hardiness designation. This classification is in common with the two mediterranean zones in Australia. Both the south-western (centred on Perth)
For Goldilocks Days in Portugal: “Just one thing”
How lovely it is to compare notes with a fellow GuMPer* at the end of a classic day in Portugal. Classic? By this I mean one where the greatest things
Recognising excellence SandyBlue named ‘Best Luxury Holiday Home Lettings & Management in Portugal’
The annual Luxury Lifestyle Awards is an international award ceremony providing luxury brands with recognition for their overall excellence. The objective of these awards is to recognise excellence across the