Feijoada is one of the most emblematic dishes of traditional Portuguese cuisine. Rich in flavors and history, Feijoada à Portuguesa is a robust stew made with beans (red or white) and various meats. In the North of Portugal we find one of its richest and most authentic versions: the Feijoada à Transmontana (Transmontana – of […]
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A filigrana Portuguesa (Portuguese filigree) is an ancient art that expresses delicacy, precision and tradition. The word “filigree” comes from Latin “filum” (thread) and “granum” (grain), referring to the meticulous work with extremely fine metal threads. This craft dates back to the ancient civilizations of the present-day Middle East and Mediterranean, which used the technique […]
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D. Pedro IV of Portugal, also known as D. Pedro I of Brazil, was a prominent figure in the Portuguese-Brazilian history of the 19th century. Born in 1798, he played a pivotal role both in Brazil’s independence, and in the political and military struggles that shaped Portugal during the first decades of liberalism. As such, […]
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Carnival in Portugal is celebrated with intensity, colour, music, satire and tradition and although the entire country gets into the spirit of partying, some cities stand out with their grand parties and lively parades. One of these cities is Ovar, which holds one of the most popular carnivals in the country: Spectacular parades, samba schools, […]
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José Saramago (1922-2010) was one of the greatest novelists of the Portuguese language and the only Portuguese author to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature, in 1998. Born in Azinhaga, a small village in Ribatejo Province, Saramago came from a humble family with great financial difficulties, which is why he was never able to complete […]
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During the hot summer months, it is common to see young people from Ribeira do Porto jumping from the lower deck of the D. Luís I Bridge into the waters of the Douro River. This practice, well-known and emblematic of Porto, is rooted in the local culture and is preserved, year after year, with young […]
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Portugal, despite being a relatively safe country in terms of poisonous fauna, is home to some species that can pose a risk to humans. Among the venomous animals found in Portuguese territory, snakes and spiders are the ones that attract the most attention, although there are also scorpions. The only truly venomous snake found in […]
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Portugal, like many other countries, has a rich tradition of superstitions that cross generations. Some are common to different cultures, while others have roots deeply linked to the Portuguese history and folklore. Among the most common and universal we can mention the belief that Friday the 13th brings bad luck or that crossing paths with […]
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Medronho is a traditional Portuguese spirit made from the fruit of the medronheiro (Arbutus unedo), commonly known as the strawberry tree. This spirit is primarily produced in the rural regions of southern Portugal, especially in the Algarve and the Monchique mountains. The craft of making Medronho is an age-old tradition, passed down through generations. The […]
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Manoel de Oliveira was an internationally renowned Portuguese filmmaker with a career covering more than 80 years. Born in 1908 in Porto, Oliveira became one of the most enduring filmmakers in history, continuing to work actively until his death in 2015, aged 106. Oliveira began his career in cinema in the 1930s, initially as an […]
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