Latest news and stories about local culture in Portugal for expats and residents.
The development of cultural initiatives evoking the musician's memory at the Bar Xafarix, to which he was closely linked, and a commemorative programme dedicated to his life and work have been approved.
There are rosaries and little saints, but also fried dough pastries, carousels, street dances, and paper flowers. In this month that symbolises the reunion with people and traditions, we go from the sacred to the profane, always with faith.
At the foot of the Algarve mountains, the Tia Bia restaurant maintains its commitment to excellent service in the Barrocal, featuring great traditional pot-cooked cuisine and high-quality products with a mountain character.
Singing at the table, dogfish soup, blankets, cheese tarts, and bar-counter conversations: Serpa reveals itself in a succession of small rituals. Second and final part of the sensory biography of the Alentejo city. Chronicle by João da Silva.
It is the oldest bookstore in Bragança and a reflection of what is happening to traditional commerce.
There are no reservations or apps. Just a balcony, a basket, queues of people, and a lot of trust.
The Medieval Journey is the highlight of life in Santa Maria da Feira and, from July 29th to August 9th, it transforms the city once again. It unites a municipality with such disparate experiences into a shared identity.
The Arruda dos Vinhos Parish Council lamented the death, stating that “culture has become poorer” with this “premature and irreparable loss”
The voting process for the New 7 Wonders of Portugal has officially begun, featuring 14 finalists representing the Algarve region.
In the historic centre of Lagos, among old streets and walls filled with memories, there is a space that, over the past decade, has become a meeting point between past The post Celebrating a decade of telling Portugal’s story appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Home Algarve Lota Cool Market closes another successful edition in Portimão Lota Cool Market closes another successful edition in Portimão The old fish market in Portimão was once again transformed into one of the Algarve's most vibrant summer venues as Lota Cool Market returned for five evenings
A celebratory expression of support for the city of Porto and the country of Portugal.
Vítor Neves brought traditional Berlin balls and other flavours to the 'Olá, Bom Dia!' programme.
A look at the traditional restaurant frequented by football manager Jorge Jesus, known for its authentic Portuguese fish dishes.
A diverse programme with free admission and concerts in the backyards, barns, and wine cellars of the residents of the village of Fontes, in Leiria. Growing? “Only in quality, never in quantity.”
Home Food & Drink Algarve Café of the Week: Why locals love Crocante in Parchal Algarve Café of the Week: Why locals love Crocante in Parchal This week, we visited Crocante, a popular café and pastelaria in Parchal that has become a favourite stop for both locals and visitors.
A culinary journey through Portugal hosted by Mário Moreira.
The processions in honour of the city's patron saint are the main attraction, and the first one, the Penitence Procession, has already taken to the streets.
Artist Manuela Pimentel presents her new exhibition at the Underdogs gallery in Lisbon, featuring her signature use of street posters and tile motifs. The exhibition, titled 'Eis-me, sou uma poeta, irei ao entardecer' (Here I am, I am a poet, I will go at dusk), marks a shift towards incorporating poetry into her visual work. Pimentel discusses her creative process, the influence of urban decay and digital shifts on her materials, and her desire to leave a 'poetic address' in the world through her unique, tile-inspired pieces.
The museum closed in 2009 following the insolvency of the owning company.
Of the 8 establishments with favourable decisions for recognition as Shops with History, three are located in Santa Maria Maior, specifically a luggage shop, a restaurant, and an optician.
The Albergaria-a-Velha City Council will temporarily loan the collection of the future Water Resources Museum to the municipality of Seia. The loan will last for six months.
There is no waiting for goose barnacles to cook once they have been freshly plucked from the rocks, still full of the flavours of the waves that crashed against them. A column by Miguel Esteves Cardoso.
The author's childhood memory of the annual pilgrimage he made with his parents to the Chapel of Rãs, including a walk, mass, and a meal afterwards.
In every community, culture is created in the streets and neighbourhoods where residents interact. It is through their hands that local identity is formed, making culture a cornerstone of democracy. While culture is naturally transmitted between families and generations, local municipalities play a vital role in bringing it to the public. This summer, the Cascais City Council is revitalising its historical heritage by launching the 'Rua do Fado' project, which brings Fado music back to its roots in the streets and squares of Cascais. Featuring both new and established performers, the initiative aims to reconnect the community with its artistic identity and traditions.
A cake (with a secret!) created by Laura Monteiro, available to taste at the Fornada do Dia bakery, which evokes the smell of warm bread fresh from the oven, in Sernancelhe, a land of sweets.
Home Porto & North “Passiflora” is a vibrant street art mural in Porto “Passiflora” is a vibrant street art mural in Porto Check out the video!
A reflection on how the journey towards the 2026 World Cup for Canada found its origins in the Portuguese town of Nazaré.
Josefina Pissarra talks about the dishes of a village with just over 500 inhabitants, while sharing childhood memories and recording traditional folk medicine practices. A real treasure.
