Lisbon

Best Vegan Restaurants in Lisbon

For a city whose cuisine is so closely identified with fish (Bacalhau) and eggs (Pastel de Nata), visitors might be…

2 months ago

4 Amazing places for Brazilian Food in Lisbon

Lisbon has an incredibly vibrant Brazilian community with an amazing food culture. Brent samples an Acarajé, a bowl of Feijoada,…

5 months ago

Exploring Lisbon’s Graca neighborhood

Brent is in Graca to ride the new funicular and gave in wonder at the views. Plus, he visits some…

6 months ago

Life in Portugal: Cost of Living & Monthly Budget

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

11 months ago

Campo de Ourique, Lisbon charming cafes & natural wine

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

12 months ago

Lisbon’s Campo de Ourique food crawl & creepy 19th century murder mystery

Brent visits Lisbon's Campo de Ourique, a non-touristy neighborhood in the popular city. He samples gelado in an amazing food…

12 months ago

Lisbon Pastel de Nata Crawl, part 2

Brent is back in Lisbon for more great bakeries serving up the famous custard tart, Pastel de Nata. He hits…

1 year ago

Pastel de Nata crawl in Lisbon, Part 1

Brent is in Lisbon to try Portugal's famous custard tart, the Pastel de Nata. He visits the place where it…

1 year ago

Jerónimos Monastery, Lisbon

Lisbon's magnificent monastery is a must-visit for anyone coming to the city Jerónimos Monastery exterior (photo: Brent Petersen) Jerónimos Monastery…

1 year ago

Museu Nacional do Azulejo (National Tile Museum in Lisbon)

Outside the tourist areas is an incredible museum in a 16th century convent that most visitors to Lisbon miss. Museu…

1 year ago

Coffee Crawl in Lisbon

Brent is in Lisbon to try eight different coffee drinks at both historic and neighborhood cafes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gR2htBEsi9w He tries uma…

1 year ago

Abandoned winery near Lisbon

Just across the river from Lisbon is an abandoned winery with some amazing street art. Quinta da Arealva, Almada, Portugal…

1 year ago

Food crawl outside Lisbon’s tourist areas in Alvalade

Brent visits the decidedly non-touristy Lisbon neighborhood of Alvalade. He starts the day in the Alvalade market for a coffee,…

1 year ago

Lisbon Ginjinha bar crawl

Brent samples Ginjinha, Portugal's famous cherry liqueur, at three bars in Lisbon, including the place where it was first served.…

2 years ago

Portugal’s Bifana sandwich

The traditional pork sandwich is often consumed late at night with beer, but you don't have to be drunk to…

2 years ago

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…

2 years ago

Side Trip from Lisbon: Queluz Palace

A lavish royal palace and garden is just a quick train ride from Lisbon Formal garden at Queluz Palace (photo:…

2 years ago

Parque das Nações, Lisbon

Lisbon's modern neighborhood is on reclaimed land from a former industrial site. Parque das Nações origin story Parque das Nações…

2 years ago

Lisbon’s famous Pastéis de Belém pastry

Lisbon's custard tart, the Pastel de Nata is available at every bakery in the city. But only one place can…

2 years ago

A New Twist on the famous Pastel de Nata

A pastry chef in Palmela, Portugal has created a new pastry that incorporates one of the region's most famous products.…

2 years ago

Colares – Daytrip from Lisbon

Colares is the smallest and oldest wine region in all of Portugal. Wine grapes have been cultivated here for 800…

2 years ago

Cascais, a daytrip from Lisbon

A short train ride from Lisbon, Cascais, Portugal is a wealthy seaside enclave with lots of fun things to make…

2 years ago

Portugal’s public washhouses

Lavadouros have traditionally been places where ladies (it's almost always women) come to wash clothes, chat with neighbors, and sing.…

2 years ago

A 6 Hour Journey for a Coffee Drink

Trying to find a specific specialty coffee drink proves challenging in Lisbon. Mazagran origin story Our first Mazagran in Lisbon…

2 years ago

Vegan Pastel de Nata

Lisbon's famous egg custard tart has a vegan version. Pastel de Nata origin story Pastel de Nata is by far…

2 years ago

The Soul of Alfama

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

2 years ago

Amazing African food in Lisbon

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

2 years ago

Lisbon’s hippest vegan restaurant

Hidden in Lisbon's up and coming Mouraria neighborhood is a plant based restaurant with incredible food and a great vibe.…

3 years ago

How Portugal’s elderly can live in high-rent neighborhoods

There are parts of Portugal, especially in Lisbon and Porto that are rapidly changing. New condos and apartments are being…

3 years ago

Lisbon’s Tram 28

Lisbon's trams have become a symbol of the city. And riding the tram is a great way to see many…

3 years ago

Ginjinha Grandma

Ginjinha is a drink that can be found all over Lisbon. But, for a unique experience, look for a Ginjinha…

3 years ago

The best viewpoint in Lisbon

When your city lies on seven hills you've got lots of great views. This one is my favorite in Lisbon…

3 years ago

Portugal needs to update their high speed train network

Portugal has an efficient transportation network of light rail, bus, metro, and ferry. But, their high speed train system lags…

3 years ago

Lisbon’s Feast of St. Anthony

Lisbon's biggest party celebrates the city's patron saint with a barrage of music and dancing, not to mention grilled sardines,…

4 years ago

Where to Try Lisbon’s Characteristic Tart, the Pastel de Nata

The Pastel de Nata, was invented by monks in Lisbon. Today, it is by far the most popular treat in…

5 years ago

Lisbon’s Best Beverages

Coffee, Wine, and sweet, local liqueurs. Lisbon is one of Europe's best cities for liquid refreshment. Ginjinha A Ginjinha, Lisbon…

5 years ago