Portuguese culture

Autumn 2020 is just around the corner and there is no better time than this time of year to discover the history of Portugal. The cool weather and the bare ground create the perfect setting to visit the ancient architectural wonders on offer in the country.

Around the world, Valentine’s Day is celebrated on the 14th of February. Even though this festive day is now viewed as a pop culture festivity, deeply intertwined with consumerism, it has a historical background that most people don’t know about.

What are the top reasons for a city to deserve a visit? Gastronomy, culture, history and landscapes are some of the key factors, according to Travel+Leisure magazine, which has drawn up a list of the 50 best holiday destinations for 2020.

Portugal is a great destination for foodies, especially seafood lovers. The Portuguese coast supplies some of the freshest fish and seafood in the world and fish is the star of many dishes in the country’s gastronomical scene (surely you have heard about “Bacalhau”).

For some it’s the moment they’ve waited for their whole life, for others an irrelevant hangover from a past age. Yes, we’re talking about marriage, an event in your life that can cost an arm and a leg… or not.

Coimbra is one of the most significant destinations in Portugal if you are looking for history and culture.

If you really want to embrace a true Portuguese lifestyle, your days must start with a trip to the nearest pastelaria. This perfect mix between pastry shop, café and restaurant is a place where you can buy bread, pastries, have a cup of coffee or even eat something for lunch.

We have the key to turn you into a true Lisboeta. You will mingle, speak and act like a true local, in your new life in Lisbon, so just pay attention to us. These are the 8 essentials you need to know: 1. Dinner isn’t served before 8 p.m.

Starting a new life in a new country isn’t easy – learning a new language, customs and traditions can be difficult and we can all fall into faux pas, saying the wrong thing at the wrong time or place.

A new year has started and we are here to make sure you have a full cultural agenda to get you going on the first few months of the year. Form Lisbon to Braga, from paintings to photographs, we are here to bring you some info about 7 must see exhibitions, from January to April.

The Christmas season is upon us and if you are living or planning to live in Portugal you might as well start getting acquainted with all the traditions. All around the world this is a time for family gatherings, love and obviously a lot of food and the Portuguese are no exception.