The Portugal News10 OctSelf-balancing exoskeleton cleared for home use
The US Food and Drug Administration has cleared Eve, a self-balancing exoskeleton designed to help people with spinal cord injuries stand and walk independently again.
Algarve Daily News7 OctFaro: Violent attacker, 31, remanded in custody after threatening restaurant staff with a blade
Police authorities have released a statement this week detailing the arrest of a 31-year-old man in Faro on Saturday, 3 October, on suspicion of threatening restaurant workers with a bladed weapon and "violently" resisting officers who stepped in.
The Portugal News6 OctOctopus takes centre stage in the Algarve
Santa Luzia, a fishing village just outside Tavira in the eastern Algarve, will celebrate World Octopus Day with a tasting route through its restaurants from 8 to 11 October.
Portugal Resident6 OctTurning the page
When it opened in March 2026, the Baptista Wine Experience was presented as an extension of Supermercado Baptista’s identity and a new venture for the company, with a concept designed The post Turning the page appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident4 OctMy favorite Portuguese wine is legendary
Palhete’s name comes from the Portuguese palha (straw) plus the diminutive -ete: “little straw wine” — and it can, in fact, be the color of straw. An old Portuguese dictionary The post My favorite Portuguese wine is legendary appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident2 OctVidigueira revives UNESCO bid for ancient amphora wine tradition
Vidigueira is preparing a fresh push to have the traditional production of vinho de talha – wine made in large clay amphorae – recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage The post Vidigueira revives UNESCO bid for ancient amphora wine tradition appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News2 OctGlobal food prices reach four-year high
FAO data shows rising prices across major food groups, with sugar recording the sharpest increase.
Portugal Resident2 OctAlbufeira charity workout to support more than 1,100 people in need
A charity workout in Albufeira will raise food and hygiene products for more than 1,100 people who receive monthly support from the local Santa Casa da Misericórdia institution. The first The post Albufeira charity workout to support more than 1,100 people in need appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News2 OctThe Ultimate Comfort Food of Portugal
Tucked into the bustling heart of traditional tascas and neighbourhood cafés across the country, the bitoque is perhaps the masterpiece of Portuguese comfort food.
Portugal Resident2 OctFarmers lead tractor protest over increases in production costs
Farmers at their wits’ end over the consequences of the fuel crisis – and what it means for production, and the country’s food resilience – are leading a tractor protest The post Farmers lead tractor protest over increases in production costs appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News2 OctTaylor’s Vintage 2024s - The Benchmark Returns
Seven years after the last general declaration in the Douro, Taylor’s two 2024 Vintage Ports have reached the market — and the Classic Vintage has received a perfect 100 points from Revista de Vinhos.
Portugal Resident2 OctVale do Lobo Wine Connection returns for sixth edition – WIN TICKETS!
The Vale do Lobo Wine Connection Tasting Experience returns for its sixth edition on Saturday and Sunday, October 10 and 11, bringing together wines, new discoveries and gastronomy during two The post Vale do Lobo Wine Connection returns for sixth edition – WIN TICKETS! appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident1 Oct“Gravity” of crisis in farming sector leads to call for urgent hearing of minister
PS Socialists have requested an urgent parliamentary hearing of the Minister of Agriculture and Sea and three confederations to debate “the seriousness of the situation in the agri-food sector” – The post “Gravity” of crisis in farming sector leads to call for urgent hearing of minister appeared first on Portugal Resid
Portugal Resident1 OctSanta Luzia celebrates World Octopus Day with four-day food trail
Santa Luzia, widely known as Portugal’s “Octopus Capital”, will celebrate World Octopus Day with a four-day gastronomic route showcasing one of the Algarve fishing community’s most important culinary traditions. The The post Santa Luzia celebrates World Octopus Day with four-day food trail appeared first on Portugal Re
Portugal Resident30 SeptIllegal Olhão care home shut down; 22 elderly residents removed
An unlicensed care home in Olhão has been shut down with immediate effect after inspectors found serious problems involving food, hygiene, healthcare and staffing. Portugal’s Social Security Institute (ISS) said The post Illegal Olhão care home shut down; 22 elderly residents removed appeared first on Portugal Resident
The Portugal News30 SeptHidden Gem in Lisbon: Putpari
Around the historic neighborhood of Graça, Putpari is an Indian restaurant that catches attention long before you even look at the menu starting entirely with its hilariously unexpected name.
Portugal Resident29 SeptRaise a glass to Alvor’s local wines
Wine lovers will be invited to sample some of the best locally produced wines when the Alvor Wine Tasting returns for its fourth edition this weekend (October 3 and 4). The post Raise a glass to Alvor’s local wines appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident29 SeptLagos invites diners to gather around a platter
Lagos is hoping to tempt diners out this autumn with the launch of TRAVESSAS, a new month-long gastronomic initiative bringing together 26 restaurants across the city. Running from October 1 The post Lagos invites diners to gather around a platter appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News29 SeptStreetLife Turns 9, Goes Back to the 90s - and Raises €1,659!
StreetLife celebrated its 9th Birthday on Tuesday 1 September with a trip back to the 90s, welcoming 70 guests to Restaurante O António in Moncarapacho for an evening of nostalgia, laughter, great food and plenty of dancing.
The Portugal News28 SeptMore than 35% of the wine produced in Alentejo is certified sustainable
It was announced that over 35% of all wine produced in the Alentejo region is now certified under the Alentejo Regional Wine Commission (CVRA) sustainability program. This initiative has reached 30 regional producers.
The Portugal News26 SeptFood waste becomes valuable, recycled resource
South Korea has transformed its approach to food waste, raising its recycling rate from 2.6 percent in 1996 to nearly 97 percent in 2023.
Portugal Resident25 SeptWine Talk – When summer ends, turn to Algarve tintos
One example is Paxá Tinto Reserva. The 2024 vintage is a blend of Touriga Franca, Alicante Bouschet and Syrah. Touriga Franca is typically known for contributing elegant aromatics to blends, The post Wine Talk – When summer ends, turn to Algarve tintos appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News25 SeptLisbon pizzeria among the world’s 50 best
A Lisbon pizzeria has been named among the 50 best in the world and is the only Portuguese restaurant to make the top 50 this year.
Portugal Resident25 SeptPaulo Laureano wines take centre stage at AMARA dinner
AMARA restaurant, at Four Seasons Fairways in Quinta do Lago, will host a special wine dinner with renowned Portuguese winemaker Paulo Laureano on Saturday, October 3, combining a five-course menu The post Paulo Laureano wines take centre stage at AMARA dinner appeared first on Portugal Resident .