The Soul of Alfama

4 years ago

In Lisbon's oldest neighborhood, Alfama, an outdoor art exhibit celebrates local residents. Artist Camilla Watson Alfama is one of the…

Santa Margarida cave

4 years ago

A cave in Setubal, Portugal has amazing views and an unlikely chapel. Santa Margarida cave (photo: Brent Petersen) Santa Margarida…

Best Bars in Cork, Ireland

4 years ago

Cork is a great city to enjoy a pint or two. When in Cork, you're best advised to not to…

Easy Pickle Recipe

4 years ago

Super easy and delicious to make! Photo: Brent Petersen Back in the day when I had my hobby farm in…

Reverse Culture Shock

4 years ago

You've heard of culture shock, the feeling of being upended and out of touch by the customs and traditions of…

Amazing African food in Lisbon

4 years ago

Some of the best food in Lisbon has its origin in former Portuguese colonies. Cuisine of Mozambique, Roda Viva, Lisbon…

Portugal’s Nêspera fruit

4 years ago

The slightly sweet, slightly acidic fruit has been cultivated in China for 1,000 years. But, it's also widely grown in…

Coffee isn’t just coffee in Portugal

4 years ago

There's a great scene from "Seinfeld" in which George beats himself up because he doesn't realize that when his date…

Ape, the three-wheeled trucks from Italy

4 years ago

The modest Italian lightweight trucks are popular all over Europe. Ape Origin Story After WWII, Italy was in ruins and…

Praca de Bocage

4 years ago

Lined by cafes and shops (and the City Hall), Praca de Bocage is the most beautiful square in Setubal. Praca…