I was kindly reminded of my age when I started discussing bolo-rei with my mom the other day. Why? Because I can still remember how this very traditional Christmas cake ... Read the Post...
Vinho Verde: Your New Favorite Wine
I introduced my friend to vinho verde the other night and it was love at first sip. But the experience made me realize how unknown this type of wine is outside of ... Read the Post...
Shopping Like a Pro in Lisbon
I pride myself on finding great gifts for people (most of the time, anyway). One of my secrets is to buy things at specialist stores: they offer unique gifts and the ... Read the Post...
Portuguese Food Far From Home
As much as I love going out to eat here in the US, I do miss eating Portuguese food that I haven't made myself. I'm also really interested in evaluating the quality and ... Read the Post...
The Surprising Nativity Scenes of Portugal
Now that the Christmas season has officially started, I can finally start blogging about my favorite holiday! One tell-tale sign that Christmas is here is that you ... Read the Post...
Expat Editions: Sally Pethybridge, a Brit Living in Sintra
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 their ... Read the Post...
The Pumpkin Treat You’ve Been Missing Out On
What do you do with all those fall pumpkins on your doorstep? You make something delicious out of it and share it with your friends and family. In my last post, I made ... Read the Post...
Portuguese Pumpkin Soup Recipe
I get homesick sometimes, and making (and eating) Portuguese food makes me feel a little closer to home. I'm no master chef, but my desire to eat Portuguese food regularly ... Read the Post...
