Life in Portugal: Pros and Cons

3 months ago

Brent is in Lisbon and Setubal, talking about some of the Pros and Cons of living in Portugal. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFR1HuO7htg About…

Valentine’s Scarves from Portugal

3 months ago

Embroidered scarves in rural Portugal were a sort of love letter from young women to the objects of their affection.…

Curing & Preserving Olives at Home

3 months ago

Brent tries his hand at preserving olives at home. He tries several different methods of curing and brining and one…

Bola de Berlim

3 months ago

Portugal's famous donut got its start in Germany. Ich bin ein Berliner There's an oft-repeated story that President John F.…

Delicious local pastries in Beja, Portugal (and recycled art!)

3 months ago

Brent is in Beja, Portugal to try the local Bambina, Azevias, and Tosquiados treats! Plus, he visit a Roman museum…

Coffee Milk

3 months ago

Some states' official state beverage seem exotic, like 'Awa in Hawaii. Others couldn't be more plain. Water in Indiana? Really?…

In defense of standing as soon as the plane reaches the gate

3 months ago

I've read a lot of so-called "plane etiquette" articles complaining about people who stand up as soon as the plane…

The other Cuba (it’s in Portugal!)

3 months ago

Brent visits Cuba, Portugal where some people think Columbus was born. He enjoys wine served in a tiny cup made…

Delicious food & local wine in Beja, Portugal.

3 months ago

Brent is in the Alentejo region of Portugal to visit the small city of Beja. He enjoys some local wine,…

Coffee with a Shot in Portugal

4 months ago

CafĂ© com Cheirinho is a Portuguese coffee with a kick! Pouring aguardente into the coffee (photo: Brent Petersen) Coffee served…