While the star of the show tends to be the Christmas Eve cod on December 24, the traditional Christmas Day lunch does not disappoint. On Christmas Day, many Portuguese families eat Roupa Velha, meaning Old Rags. The name doesn’t do it justice as this dish is incredible and full of flavor. A great way to transform your Christmas dinner leftovers into something special, this dish is a staple all… Source ..read more

Before I moved to Lisbon from the United States, I was used to driving in my car to one big box chain store such as Walmart and finding everything in one place. My local Walmart was a super-sized one that combined fresh produce with organic and frozen foods along with bread and bakery, a pharmacy, cookware, clothing, cosmetics, furniture, and even a large section for car items and camping. Source ..read more

Cod is a Portuguese national treasure, connected to its history, from the discoveries to the Estado Novo. Despite the hundreds of ways to make a cod dish, the most important that has always stayed the same is the “Bacalhau de Consoada”. Translating to Christmas Eve Cod, this simple cod dish is eaten on December 24 across Portuguese homes. If you’re looking to replicate the Christmas Eve Cod dish… Source ..read more

The municipality of Rio de Janeiro will remove several statues of Portuguese figures because of a law proposal that prohibits the municipality from maintaining or installing statues, monuments, or signs that honor figures that were pro-slavery, reports CNN Portugal. According to the official document, the law prohibits any type of tribute that makes a positive mention to individuals that… Source ..read more

It is not perfect, but it is good news. The Euribor interest rates, to which most mortgage loans in Portugal are attached, decreased in November when compared to the previous month. Notwithstanding, those who will have their loans reviewed in December will still be subject to an increase. After two years of continuous increase, the Euribor interest rates (to 6 and 12 months) decreased for the… Source ..read more

I bet you’re having a hard time figuring out how to pronounce the word “schist”. Don’t worry, so am I. It’s much easier in Portuguese: “xisto” – “shees-too”. The Schist Villages are a network of, you guessed it, villages! What these 27 villages have in common is the fact that their houses are made of this hard-to-pronounce rock, in line with Portugal’s Center region’s typical architecture that has… Source ..read more

When was the last time you went to a restaurant and ordered old bread? What if I told you the Alentejo region has a magic recipe that turns old bread into the best thing ever? Don’t believe me? Try it yourself and be dazzled by Alentejo’s migas. Migas is a dish well-known for its simplicity, flavor, and connection to the local cuisine. Based on a philosophy of sustainability and the use of… Source ..read more

In the heart of Lisbon, the Cinemateca Portuguesa is an esteemed institution that promotes and protects Portuguese cinema’s rich heritage. It serves as a repository of films and, in collaboration with the Cinematheque Française, offers a diverse range of programming, showcasing the finest in Portuguese cinematography alongside a carefully curated selection of European and independent films. Source ..read more

Biester Palace, right in the heart of Sintra, Portugal, is a magnificently restored 19th century mansion that opened its doors to the public for the very first time on April 30, 2022. Its palace and gardens left for decades in a state of disrepair, it sat quietly waiting for the chance to make its debut on the Sintra stage. This remarkable palace offers stunning views of the Moors Castle and… Source ..read more

According to a proposal of the Portuguese Socialist Party to alter the 2024 State Budget, the most disadvantaged students frequenting mandatory schooling will be able to get free breakfast at school. Currently, these students already benefit from free lunch and have the possibility of accessing a free afternoon snack provided by the municipality. If this proposal moves forward, two-thirds of the… Source ..read more