The Allure of Portugal’s Wine Regions

The Allure of Portugal’s Wine Regions

Portugal's varied landscapes offer a picturesque backdrop to some of the world's most unique and diverse wine regions. From the lush, green terraces of the Douro Valley to the sandy soils of the Alentejo, each region presents a different palette of flavours and...

Julia Florista: The Eternal Muse of Fado’s Heartbeat

Julia Florista: The Eternal Muse of Fado’s Heartbeat

In the heart of Portugal, where the soulful strains of Fado music echo through the narrow, cobblestone streets of Lisbon, a legend has taken root, captivating the hearts of artists and music enthusiasts alike. Julia Florista, more than just a name, represents a beacon...

Lisbon’s Street Art: A City Full of Amazing Artists

Lisbon’s Street Art: A City Full of Amazing Artists

As a city, Lisbon is constantly in a state of flux. The ever-changing street art scene is just one example of how the city is always evolving. From the traditional hand-painted tiles to the giant murals and colorful graffiti, there's always something new to see in...

Portuguese Meat Traditions

Portuguese Meat Traditions

Portugal is known for its delicious meats, especially pork. The country's climate and landscape are ideal for raising pigs, and as a result, pork dishes are some of the most popular in Portuguese cuisine. There are many different types of pork dishes to enjoy in...

Coffee in Lisbon

Coffee in Lisbon

Coffee in Portugal Drinking coffee in Portugal is an everyday part of life, with cafés found almost around every corner, and espresso and its variants being the most common drinks. You can order an abatanado, a galão, a meia-de-leite or even a mazagran! But that is a...

Azulejos: Lisbon’s tiles tell the tale of its history

Azulejos: Lisbon’s tiles tell the tale of its history

  When you wander the streets of Lisbon, there is undoubtedly one thing that will catch both the light and your eye—the beautiful, decorative tiles that cover walls, churches, buildings and metro stations. These are called azulejos and far from being merely a pretty...

Portuguese Fish

Portuguese Fish

If you are thinking of coming to the DAZZLING SUNNY country of Portugal, and wondering what types of fish they have to offer here or more importantly what Portuguese fish dishes to eat, then you are in for a FUN read. Whether you knew it or not, Portugal, as small as...

Hauke Vagt – The man behind Atelier49

Hauke Vagt – The man behind Atelier49

  Proudly in love with Lisbon, Hauke Vagt has been illustrating its streets, people and colours for more than 20 years, alongside his partner Gui. From walking trams to guitar playing sardines and the famous Porta 6 wine label, his creations portray the soul of...

Alfama – the Soul of Lisbon

Alfama – the Soul of Lisbon

The Alfama – Lisbon’s soul  The Alfama is the oldest neighbourhood and the cultural heart of Lisbon. This colourful sloping labyrinth of cobble stoned lane ways between São Jorge Castle and the Tagus River was one of the few areas of Lisbon to survive the 1755...

The Voice of Lisbon: Fado

The Voice of Lisbon: Fado

The Voice of Lisbon: Fado Art has the power to break the boundaries of language and culture. Sometimes you don’t need to understand something to feel it. This is true of visual art and this is especially true of music. One such art form, originating from the...

Get to know the most famous Portuguese foods

Get to know the most famous Portuguese foods

Portuguese foods   If you have ever been to Portugal, you would have realised that food is at the forefront of any Portuguese debate or discussion. They usually take place around a dinner table with friends and family talking about politics or football whilst...

Lisbon culture and wine

Lisbon culture and wine

Portugal is becoming one of the most visited places in Europe in recent years, and people are coming to the historic city of Lisbon for their entertainment. It offers so many places to go and things to see, from beautiful museums, wine tasting in the vineyards, taking...

Porta 6 Wine

Porta 6 Wine

Porta 6 a portuguese wine for every ocasion. Portugal has distinguished itself as a tourist destination in Europe, having won several international awards and Lisbon is the motor of this movement. What tourist are also finding out is that the Portuguese wines are of...

Lisbon wines (Part 2)

Lisbon wines (Part 2)

Vinho (Wine): basic classification of Portuguese table wine. The Lisbon Region consists of nine Denominations of Origin: Colares, Carcavelos and Bucelas (in the south zone, near Lisbon), Alenquer, Arruda, Torres Vedras, Lourinhã and Óbidos (in the center of the...

Lisbon wines (Part 1)

Lisbon wines (Part 1)

Seems like everyone is talking about Portugal. More than ever, it surely is becoming a must destination for wine lovers, thanks to the amazing wine values you will find. When you think about Portugal and wine your first thought will probably be Port wine. The terraced...

Lisbon Street Art II

Lisbon Street Art II

Picture perfect old cities and towns mixed with modern touches, Portugal is sure to wow you with something spectacular, no matter what you are looking to explore. Without a doubt, top of the list is its capital. There is so much more to Lisbon than you think! Talk...

Alfama and Fado

Alfama and Fado

With spring in bloom and sun shining there is absolutely no doubt Lisbon is climbing the list of World’s Best Cities. If it wasn’t already considered cool, events like Web Summit or Eurovision have attracted more people to the city’s undeniable charm, great...

MAAT Museum of Arts , Architecture and Technology of Lisbon

MAAT Museum of Arts , Architecture and Technology of Lisbon

MAAT - Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology is the new cultural proposal for the city of Lisbon. A museum that crosses three areas in a space of debate, discovery, critical thinking and international dialogue. An innovative project that puts in communication a...