Do they celebrate Thanksgiving in Portugal? Here in Portugal, we don’t celebrate Thanksgiving. We celebrate the harvest in September and October. For example, Festa do Vinho Madeira (grape harvest in Madeira) was from 8 to 24 October in 2021. And Wine & Music Valley in Lamego (grape harvest in the Douro Valley) was from 10 to 11 September in 2021. Saint Martin’s Day – 11 November Dia de São Martinho is not the harvest celebration. During Saint Martin’s Day, go to the wine cellar and try the wine. That is the perfect day to check the wine quality. For this reason, this saint is considered t ..read more

Is Halloween celebrated in Portugal? Halloween is becoming more popular in Portugal. It is easy to buy costumes in Chinese stores. But it is not a traditional celebration in Portugal. Because a few centuries ago, the Catholic church condemned the pagan Celtic festival. But, the church established a new date for honoring the dead. That is the All Saints’ day. When is All Saints’ day? All Saints’ Day is on November 1st. Read more: How can I get to Portugal? How is All Saints’ day celebrated in Portugal? It is a national holiday in Portugal and an important day for many Catholic countries. The Po ..read more

Best Things to Do in Nazaré, Portugal If you’re planning a trip to Nazaré, these are several of the best ways to spend your time. Praia da Nazare It is a crescent-shaped beach with golden sand and quiet water. But the fishing community settled on this beach for this reason! You can see the fishing boats covering much of the sand and old photographs. It is an open-air museum! The boats are accompanied by plaques explaining the history behind them. Read here: Tips for clothes on the beach in Portugal. Praia do Norte It is a world-famous beach because Garrett McNamara (He was born in Pittsfield ..read more

What does Alentejo mean? In Portuguese, Alentejo means beyond the Tagus river. How far is Alentejo from Lisbon? The distance between Lisbon and Evora is 137 km (85 miles). Read more: Best Time to Visit Portugal. Where is the Alentejo? It is between the Tagus River and the Algarve. The West is the Atlantic Ocean, and the East is Spain. The landscape is entirely different from the North. You can see long plains with thousands of cork oaks and olive groves or uncrowded beaches. How to pronounce Alentejo  Where to Go in Alentejo Evora Evora is the capital of this region. And the most popular pl ..read more

Where is Aveiro, Portugal? It is a small city between Coimbra and Porto. Known as the Venice of Portugal. Aveiro is surrounded by salt-flats, beaches, and lagoons and dominated by the Central Canal running through the downtown. What to do in Aveiro? We select a few incredible things to do in Aveiro in one day! Art Nouveau Tour Who loves art and architecture must-visit Aveiro! Along the quays in the Rossio area, there is some beautiful Art Nouveau architecture. The big boom was during the 20th-century when the emigrants returned to Portugal. There is a route you can follow. Don’t worry that is ..read more

What is Bifana? It is a traditional Portuguese Pork Sandwiches. It is made with thin pork slices, but these are marinated with white wine or beer, garlic, and spices (such as black pepper, oregano, and paprika). When do the Portuguese eat bifana sandwiches? You can find this sandwich all over Portugal, but it is never exactly the same. Everyone has their version! There are lots of ways to serve Portuguese Pork Sandwiches. Many people add a splash of Piri-Piri hot sauce or mustard. Some care for caramelized onions on top. But at some restaurants in Braga, it is normal only to add slices of chee ..read more

What To Do In Coimbra Everybody knows the Portuguese capital is Lisbon. But that is not the first capital of this old country! When was Coimbra the capital of Portugal? It all started in Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal. Then the capital moved on to Coimbra. This city became Portugal’s capital until 1255. In that year, D. Afonso III moved the entire court to Lisbon, which had become a prosperous city. Here are a few tips on the ultimate things to do in Coimbra. Sign up for Our Newsletter Read more: Best Time to Visit Portugal. How much time do I need in Coimbra? We recommend a least on ..read more

Tips for Visiting the Algarve, Portugal The first idea is that it is a destination for tourist who loves the sun and the beach. But the Algarve has different tourist attractions. For example, Faro is the perfect city for tourists who want to visit the historical building explore local restaurants and nature. You can book a boat tour and explore the pristine beaches of the Deserta, Farol, and Culatra Islands. It is a unique experience through the canals of the Ria Formosa Natural Park. How do you pronounce Algarve? What does Algarve mean? This word comes from Arabic. It means the West.  Where ..read more

The Best Steak Recipes Made In Portugal I selected four Authentic Portuguese Steak Recipes that you must try when visiting Portugal or cooking at your home. Portuguese Prego Sandwich Recipe You can order this sandwich in almost every snack bar in Portugal. Like all Portuguese food, it is simple and delicious! Read more: Best Things to Eat in Portugal? What does prego mean in Portuguese? It means nail (fastener). When I explain to Brazilians the name of this sandwich, they always ask, “Do we need a hammer to eat it?” But it consists of soft white bread with fried meat. Who created this sandwich ..read more

Sardine Factory Cannery Portuguese loves Sardine, and this fish is considered a national icon! This small fish is everywhere in Portugal! You can find out in the local market, restaurants, souvenir stores, museums, art galleries, etc. For that reason, our groups visit a Sardine Cannery during the trip to Portugal Cooking Vacations. Sardine Can History Everything started in 1810 when Nicolas Appert wrote a book about conservation methods using hermetic glass jars. Then Joseph-Pierre Colin used this idea to preserve the sardines in the canned. In 1853, the first fish conservation company was cre ..read more