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Bolo de Arroz or Rice Cake is a sweet treat that’s so moist and rich you might even wind up…

Brent is on the hunt for Portugal’s Bolo Rei Christmas cake. He visits a Christmas Market, bakeries & a flower…

Brent returns to his hometown of Chicago to try the Chicago style pizza that locals eat. Hint: It’s not Deep…

A quick trip from Porto, Foz do Douro seems a world away. Foz do Douro origin story The parish of…

Brent is in the Setubal region of Portugal to wineries in the town of Palmela. He samples wines made from…

Milan is one of the best cities in all of Italy for Gelato. It rivals even Florence for the number…

Brent is in the Santos neighborhood of Lisbon visiting the famous Green Street and enjoying a chocolate salami with his…

In far eastern Portugal, near the border with Spain, you’ll find a pastry that’s a unique take on the famous…

Brent returns to Lisbon’s non-touristy Campo de Ourique neighborhood and visits a characteristic cafe and a natural wine bar. Plus,…

In Portugal, where I live, it seems every town has it’s own pastry, usually an egg-based custard tart of some…