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Lapa set
in Shopping · 16 February, 2017

A Gift for Forgetful People

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in Shopping · 16 February, 2017

A Gift for Forgetful People

Lapa set

  The coolest gift I got my parents this past Christmas was a set of Lapa bluetooth trackers. This company had been on my radar for several months now as a promising ... Read the Post...

Ovos moles boxes
in Travel, Food · 13 February, 2017

A Dream Come True: Making Ovos Moles in Aveiro

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in Travel, Food · 13 February, 2017

A Dream Come True: Making Ovos Moles in Aveiro

Ovos moles boxes

  Cruising along the Ria de Aveiro really opened up my appetite. Going to Aveiro and not having ovos moles is like going to Italy and not having gelato. Ovos moles are ... Read the Post...

O Licor de Portugal
in Food · 9 February, 2017

A Secret Recipe at the Licor Beirão Distillery

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in Food · 9 February, 2017

A Secret Recipe at the Licor Beirão Distillery

O Licor de Portugal

Every Portuguese person knows of the existence of two highly-guarded secret recipes in all of Portugal. The first is the recipe for Pastéis de Belém (known to six people); the ... Read the Post...

Portuguese architecture
in Travel · 6 February, 2017

Postcards from Macau: Portuguese Heritage in China

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in Travel · 6 February, 2017

Postcards from Macau: Portuguese Heritage in China

Portuguese architecture

  When Portuguese children dig holes at the beach, you challenge them to dig a hole to China - that's all the way on the opposite side of the Earth, according to ... Read the Post...

Vista Alegre Restaurant
in Travel, Food · 4 February, 2017

Fine Dining & Breakfasting at the Vista Alegre Restaurant

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in Travel, Food · 4 February, 2017

Fine Dining & Breakfasting at the Vista Alegre Restaurant

Vista Alegre Restaurant

  Following from my recent post on the stunning Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel, I felt the equally impressive Vista Alegre restaurant deserved its own post. After ... Read the Post...

Kev Harrison Peniche
in Miscellaneous · 2 February, 2017

Expat Editions: Kev Harrison, An Englishman Living in Lisbon

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in Miscellaneous · 2 February, 2017

Expat Editions: Kev Harrison, An Englishman Living in Lisbon

Kev Harrison Peniche

  Expat Editions is a series of interviews with expats from various countries living in Portugal, as well as Portuguese living abroad. It offers a brief insight into ... Read the Post...

Vista Alegre art at Montebelo Hotel
in Travel, Shopping · 28 January, 2017

Montebelo Vista Alegre: A Luxury Hotel by an Iconic Factory

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in Travel, Shopping · 28 January, 2017

Montebelo Vista Alegre: A Luxury Hotel by an Iconic Factory

Vista Alegre art at Montebelo Hotel

  I love a luxury hotel getaway as much as the next person. But this particular experience was truly unforgettable. My wonderful parents, fully aware of my obsession ... Read the Post...

The Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal
in Travel, Food, Shopping · 26 January, 2017

Giveaway: The Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal

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in Travel, Food, Shopping · 26 January, 2017

Giveaway: The Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal

The Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal

  I became such a fan of the latest book in my library, The Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal, that I just had to share it with my readers. If you missed my ... Read the Post...

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The town of Peniche, about an hour north of Lisbon The town of Peniche, about an hour north of Lisbon, was an important naval base for the Portuguese empire and played a crucial role in the defense against pirates and foreign invasions. Today, Peniche is known for its historical sites, including the fort you can see here; its maritime history, and for being a popular destination for surfers and tourists. Enjoy these photos and videos of the stunning Peniche coast and the fort at night. 🌅🌙
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