I'm often surprised by how little other people know about Portugal: a country that, though small, has so much to offer the world. It was therefore only a matter of ... Read the Post...
A Meal With a View at Casa da Guia
The coastal town of Cascais has drawn in tourists from far and wide for decades. And with its mild climate and beautiful views of the Atlantic ocean, it's no wonder that it ... Read the Post...
Celebrating Portuguese Oranges
One of the best parts of going back to Portugal is the food. And as much as I enjoy all the delicious Portuguese sweets and comfort foods, there's something to be said ... Read the Post...
From Brazil to Portugal: A Recipe for Brigadeiros
Brigadeiros are a popular 20th century delicacy from Brazil. It was only a matter of time before they made their way across the Atlantic to Portugal... undoubtedly due to the ... Read the Post...
Viriato: Portugal’s Legendary Bad-Ass
My recent trip to Viseu brought back to mind one of Portugal's greatest legendary figures. Viriato (Viriathus, in English) is usually the first historical figure ... Read the Post...
What’s In a Name? Understanding the Art of Portuguese Names
As a Portuguese person living in the United States, I've had to explain Portuguese names (and Portuguese naming conventions) to lots of Americans. Now that I'm ... Read the Post...
Fun Facts About the Mosteiro da Batalha
Construction on the Mosteiro da Batalha (Batalha Monastery) began in 1386 and would only finish in 1563. But there's something to be said about the craftsmanship that ... Read the Post...
Recipe for Pataniscas: Portuguese Cod Fritters
Everyone knows cod is Portugal's national food, but pinpointing an exact "national dish" is a challenge because Portuguese people have 365 ways of cooking this type of fish. ... Read the Post...
