Latest news and stories about local traditions in Portugal for expats and residents.
The Miranda Earth Museum has reopened after being closed for four years for renovations. It features new rooms and gives special attention to the Mirandese language, identity, and culture.
One of Vila Real de Santo António’s oldest traditions returns from October 8 to 13, when the Feira da Praia (Beach Fair) once again takes over the heart of the The post Centuries-old Beach Fair returns to Vila Real de Santo António appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The Vila Real City Council aims to promote the conservation of Bisalhães black pottery, a UNESCO heritage site, and the Senhora da Pena float through workshops, exhibitions, and other activities.
A call to action to support Maria Campaniço in her bid to become the ambassador for Portugal's wine-growing regions.
Included in the Gastronomic Charter of the Coimbra Region, the 'Bacalhau à moda dos enterros' (funeral-style cod) recipe was almost lost over time due to changing popular and family traditions. In Praia de Mira, a local native has recovered the recipe, which is now served at the Morhua restaurant.
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Half Portuguese and half Spanish, the village of Rio de Onor in Bragança, with only 30 inhabitants, opens the doors of its houses and cellars during the D'Onor Festival, which takes place between July 17 and 19.
In Arganil, the historic restaurant O Parque has reopened its doors. The new owners aim to preserve gastronomic traditions, working with products and recipes from the Açor mountains as well as iconic regional dishes such as 'Chanfana' and 'Cabidela'.
In this first part of the sensory biography of Miranda do Douro, we follow the trail of the language, the people, and the birds that shape it in the streets, squares, stages, and the sky. Chronicle by João da Silva
In the family home of Ferreira, the Naïf Painting Museum was born as a result of his donations. In one room, Naïf art was swapped for the traditions of Pedrosas to maintain a 'sense of belonging'.
Between stories and legends, it is said in Resende that the cherry arrived via an immigrant in the 1930s. It is one of the places where the fruit is produced the most, thanks to the cold climate that contributes to its sweet flavour.
An artistic creation and community intervention project brings together professional and amateur photographers for a “sensitive reading of the territory”. In the summer, there will be an exhibition in an urban space.
Loulé is preparing to host one of its most important annual events this weekend with the return of the Festa da Mãe Soberana. The festivities begin this Sunday, April 5, The post Loulé hosts “biggest religious celebration south of Fátima” appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Braga reveals a vibrant gastronomy, where Minho tradition coexists with contemporary offerings. From signature kitchens to neighbourhood taverns, the city preserves flavours made with soul and memory, which see increased demand during the Holy Week celebrations.
A bakery used dozens of kilograms of ingredients to make the giant Folar.
Today we talk about the Lamas market, with a picturesque description by Aquilino in his 1947 work 'Caminhos Errados'; what was bought at this weekly fair, and who frequented it.
The Bread and Flavours Festival runs until this Sunday, March 22, in Ílhavo. Padas, folares, and sweet bread are the highlights of the event, which celebrates the traditions of the village of Vale de Ílhavo, this year enhanced by the addition of Serra da Estrela cheese from Celorico da Beira.
Between Paredes and Paços de Ferreira, you can taste the local flavours, from wood-oven roasted kid goat to the increasingly famous Doce Tremoceiro. In the heart of the Sousa Valley, the journey is defined by the landscape and the heritage that is part of the Romanesque Route. Watch this Saturday (11:35 am) on SIC Notícias.
The Festival dos Moinhos is returning to Águeda on April 11-12, 2026, marking its second edition. This event celebrates Portugal’s traditional mills, their cultural significance, and the surrounding landscapes, integrating activities related to heritage, gastronomy, and nature. Part of the Rota dos Moinhos de Portugal, the festival aims to promote local traditions, historical stories, and community engagement, positioning Águeda as a key destination for cultural tourism. The event emphasizes connecting past and present through various initiatives, fostering local identity and preserving regional customs.
