Summer cocktails
by Ana Tavares news@algarveresident.com A true master of mixology, an art he describes as “blending the exact right drink with a complementary experience”, Joaquim Veras has been bartending at Vila
Domingos Soares Franco Moscatel Roxo Rosé
By Patrick Stuart patrick.stuart@open-media.net One of Portugal’s largest wine producers, José Maria da Fonseca in Azeitão, near Setúbal, is better known for its cheap party pop rosé Lancers, and of
Concert dinner
The 5-star development Monte Santo in Carvoeiro is hosting a Jazz Night, including a special 4-course meal, on Saturday, June 29, from 7pm. The price is €30 per person (excluding
Man of Steel
Directed by: Zack Snyder; Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Kevin Costner, Russell Crowe; Genre: Action | Adventure | Fantasy; Age: + 12; Time: 143 min A young boy
Convivial luncheon
A convivial gourmet luncheon for 32 members and guests of the gastronomic association Chaîne des Rôtisseurs took place on June 8 at the prestigious 2-Michelin star restaurant Vila Joya. Delicious
Sweetcorn memories
By Patrick Stuart patrick.stuart@open-media.net I have fond memories of when, a few years ago, there was a local farm shop here in Lagoa where, along with other fresh homegrown goodies,
Fishing traditions come alive at Benagil restaurant
By Inês Lopes ines.lopes@algarveresident.com Located in the quiet valley of Benagil (Carvoeiro) overlooking the ocean, the long-established O Pescador Restaurant has re-opened under new management on Saturday, June 22. Owner
Lemon and potato
This weekend (June 29 and 30), the potato and the lemon are the stars of the second Feira da Batata e do Limão in Monchique. Straight from local producers, these
Wine Moments
Luxury resort Vale do Lobo will be hosting a wine tasting event entitled ‘Wine Moments’ on July 26-27. Taking place at the development’s Parque do Golfe, the event will give
Monsters University
Directed by: Dan Scanlon; Starring: Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi; Genre: Animation | Adventure | Comedy; Age: + 6; Time: 120 min Mike Wazowski and James P. Sullivan are