Tasting the Colheitas of Graham’s
"Isn't that cool?!" exclaimed our host, raising a goblet of amber-hued liquid and gesturing with it to the distant corners of Palacio do Bolsa's...
On the move with Anita’s Feast
* An almost endless horizon * Artful expression underfoot and on our plates *
* The smell, feel and taste of the sea * Welcoming...
Eating light in Porto, Portugal
The food of northern Portugal is famously hearty--and very often, meat-centric. In Porto, as elsewhere in Portugal, portions at traditional restaurants can be generous...
The best tascas and tabernas in Porto, Portugal?
Do you seek out good food when you travel? Appreciate local traditions? The tiled rooftops of Porto conceal extraordinary food experiences in the many...
Prime time for food tourism
Cultural tourism is booming, and travelers are increasingly seeking out the culinary experiences so important to authentic cultural exploration. Last week, Tom and I...
In search of Portuguese flavors
When Tom and I traveled in Portugal last year, we gloried in its varied landscapes, magnificent sunsets, and vibrant history. We visited cities bedecked...
Why is coffee in Portugal so good?
Any coffee lover who has traveled in Portugal knows that nothing makes Pastel de nata go down better than a good cup of coffee--uma...
Coffee in Portugal — a family story
Portugal surprised me with its coffee. My coffee experiences--at breakfast, on break or after dinner--were generally great, all over the country. From Guimarães and...
Our five top travel experiences in 2014
At the cusp of a new year, Tom and I have realized with a start, that another year has just zipped by. In 2014,...
Living like a local in Lisbon
When we decided to return to Portugal for a month-long stay, Anita and I wanted to be based in Lisbon, but away from much-touristed...