Casavostra burgers are back
Located in Almancil, Casavostra Burger & Bistro has recently reopened after a four-month break for the winter period. The restaurant serves artisanal burgers made with fresh ingredients, many cultivated in
New cookery courses
Following the successful cookery course held at the Portugal Tourist Board’s Catering and Hotel Management College in Faro at the end of November, afpop announces two further dates for additional courses
Tinned tradition
By Cristina Alcock news@algarveresident.com It was one of the biggest industries in Portugal, with hundreds of factories the driving force behind the country’s biggest exporter. Today, there may only be
How to cook Portuguese style broad beans
April is the month of the broad bean, or Fava in Portuguese, at the Caliços Municipal Market in Albufeira, with the vegetable being sold each Tuesday for €1.50 a kilo.
Conrad Algarve and Gusto by Heinz Beck distinguished
In their first year of activity, the Conrad Algarve Hotel and its restaurant Gusto by Heinz Beck have been awarded top prizes in the ‘2013 Boa Cama Bom Mesa’ guide
Michelin stars en route to the Algarve
By PAUL BERNHARDT news@algarveresident.com Portugal’s most prestigious gourmet festival will be hosted twice in the region this year, at the Ocean Restaurant in Vila Vita Parc and at Vila Joya.
Organic food market
An organic food market is again taking place in the Jardim da Alameda in Faro this Saturday (March 30) from 3pm to 6pm. The Mercado Biológico is organised by InLoco
Algarve wineries under the spotlight
Tivoli Hotels & Resorts are currently holding the Algarve Wine Festival to raise the profile and reputation of the region’s wines. Until March 30, Tivoli Victoria (Vilamoura), Tivoli Marina Vilamoura,
Appetising Easter fair in São Marcos da Serra
São Marcos da Serra, in the Silves municipality, welcomes the 15th Easter cake fair Feira do Folar from March 29 to 31. In this event, where traditional folk dancing reigns
La Piazza Authentic Italian food
La Piazza, located along the main street of Santa Bárbara de Nexe, is a family run restaurant with owner/chef Angelo preparing a delicious and varied menu. Angelo opened the restaurant

