Foz Coa is a small city in Portugal’s interior, where the Coa River merges into the Douro. In fact, “Foz Coa” in Portuguese means Coa mouth. Although the scenery in Foz Coa is astonishing, the biggest attraction is clearly the Coa Archeological Park and Museum. Here, we will explain how to visit the Paleolithic engravings …
Viana do Castelo is a city of culture, history, and natural beauty. It may not seem the most obvious destination in Portugal, but it may be one of the most enjoyable for many people! Here, we will explore some of the best things to do in Viana do Castelo, from its charming center to the …
This post is about Portuguese Desserts – the desserts you will find in restaurants all over Portugal and desserts typically cooked at home by the typical Portuguese family. The Portuguese have a sweet tooth and a love affair with sweet egg yolks, so you will find plenty of lovely desserts with egg yolks but also …
Elvas is a small Portuguese town located in the Alentejo, very close to the Spanish border. This location made Elvas a very important defensive stronghold for many centuries. A few of the attractions in Elvas are military and related to it, like the several forts, the walls, and the castle. However, there are many more …
Portuguese people love pastries and bread! We love it so much that we made an art of it. You will find an opportunity to try Portuguese sweets and pastries everywhere. Even in small towns, there are several pastries and bakeries where people eat breakfast and have an afternoon snack. It is part of our culture …