User banner image
User avatar
  • Brent

Posts

Why We Eat Zeppole on Saint Joseph’s Day

Italian bakeries crank out millions of zeppole every Saint Joseph’s Day. Enjoying this delicious pastry is a tradition not only…

Cabo da Roca, Portugal

Continental Europe’s westernmost point is marked with a monument on the windy cape. By far, the biggest tourist attraction in…

Quinta de Alcube

In the heart of the Parque Natural da Arrábida (Arrábida Park) is a charming little winery. Quinta de Alcube‘s production…

Abandoned Military Post in a National Park

Some of the best views in Portugal is paired with lots of street art at this former army base. 7…

Pastel de Santa Clara

A delicious pastry from the university town of Coimbra, Portugal Pastel de Santa Clara origin story The Monastery of Santa…

Berenjenas Fritas con Miel (Fried Eggplant with Honey)

Berenjenas Fritas con Miel (Fried Eggplant with Honey) is a tapas dish that’s incredibly popular not only in Cordoba, but…

Pastel de Tentúgal

A pastry invented by nuns in the 16th century is now an iconic treat enjoyed all over Portugal. Pastel de…

Street Art in Graça, Lisbon

Graça is a neighborhood in Lisbon that is often overlooked by tourists. But, it’s gaining in popularity and there is…

Side Trip from Lisbon: Grutas de Mira de Aire

The largest cave system in Portugal is one of the country’s seven wonders. Grutas de Mira de Aire origin story…

Side Trip from Lisbon: Queluz Palace

A lavish royal palace and garden is just a quick train ride from Lisbon Queluz National Palace Origin Story Following…