Portugal Resident1d agoFood basket prices rise again in Portugal, reaching nearly €256
The cost of essential groceries in Portugal has risen again after two consecutive weeks of falling prices, with a basket of 63 basic food products now costing €255.95, according to The post Food basket prices rise again in Portugal, reaching nearly €256 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident2d agoDouro launches international academy to train ambassadors for region
The Douro is preparing to launch an international academy aimed at training professionals around the world to understand, interpret and promote the region’s wines, gastronomy and heritage. Provisionally named the The post Douro launches international academy to train ambassadors for region appeared first on Portugal Re
The Portugal News5d agoNekso Ferragudo: Michelin-level dining for just €90
Two young chefs, one shared dream and an extraordinary nine-course experience.
The Portugal News6d agoRestaurants in Portugal showcasing the best of local traditions in Portalegre
Six restaurants in the municipality of Avis, in the district of Portalegre, are taking part in a gastronomic trail this November—an initiative promoted by the local council and dedicated to “showcasing the flavours and traditions” of the local cuisine.
The Portugal News30 OctPortugal sells sunshine. Amara Village wants to offer belonging
Every year, thousands of people move to Portugal for the light, the food and the pace of life. Fewer talk about what many of them find once the boxes are unpacked: silence. By the Castelo de Bode lake near Tomar, a new eco village called Amara Village is betting that the answer is an old one.
Portugal Resident29 OctGame season brings wild autumn flavours to Vila Vita Biergarten
Autumn has arrived at Vila Vita Biergarten in Porches, where a new Game Season menu is serving up venison, wild boar, partridge and plenty of hearty Central European comfort food. The post Game season brings wild autumn flavours to Vila Vita Biergarten appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident29 OctPorto tops Portugal’s plant-based food ranking, Algarve claims three top-six spots
Porto has been named Portugal’s best destination for plant-based food, narrowly beating Braga and Lisbon in a new national ranking – while the Algarve also performed strongly, with three destinations The post Porto tops Portugal’s plant-based food ranking, Algarve claims three top-six spots appeared first on Portugal R
The Portugal News29 OctArtificial Intelligence Is No Substitute for the Art of Receiving
I started working in the restaurant industry at the age of 13. At that time, no one talked about artificial intelligence, algorithms or digital transformation. We learned the profession by observing the most experienced, understanding the needs of customers and discovering that, often, a smile or a small gesture of att
Portugal Resident27 OctStreet food at home
Street food is the inspiration behind one of the latest additions to the Ready-to-Eat section at Lagos Intermarché. The new Street Burger offers a convenient alternative for anyone looking for The post Street food at home appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News25 OctCafé of the Week: Café Mané in Albufeira
This is our latest coffee find in Albufeira, and one we’re happy to share. Café Mané is a popular, family-run café in the Old Town, with beautifully presented food and a welcoming atmosphere.
Portugal Resident23 OctGusto by Heinz Beck brings back ‘The White Truffle Experience’
One of Italy’s most prized seasonal delicacies is returning to the Algarve this November, with Gusto by Heinz Beck serving a seven-course menu dedicated to the celebrated white truffles of The post Gusto by Heinz Beck brings back ‘The White Truffle Experience’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 OctThe Algarve Wine Society heads inland
The traditional Paraíso do Algarve restaurant, in the heart of the countryside near Paderne, was the venue for the recent tasting and lunch enjoyed by members of the Algarve Wine The post The Algarve Wine Society heads inland appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 OctTavira cook wins Pine Cliffs charity cooking competition
Sandra Leal, representing Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Tavira, has been crowned the winner of the second edition of Missão D’Chef, a cooking competition aimed at improving the quality of The post Tavira cook wins Pine Cliffs charity cooking competition appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 OctAlgarve winery launches first Negra Mole red from 70-year-old vines
Algarve wine producer Herdade Barranco do Vale has launched its first Negra Mole red wine, made from grapes grown on a vineyard approximately 70 years old, as it celebrates a The post Algarve winery launches first Negra Mole red from 70-year-old vines appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctEnglish-language WSET wine courses coming to Algarve
Wine professionals and enthusiasts in the Algarve will have the chance to gain internationally recognised WSET qualifications this November, when Alentejo winery Quinta da Plansel brings two English-language courses to The post English-language WSET wine courses coming to Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News17 OctFirst left after the waterfall
There are two ways to get to the restaurant in Aldeia do Pontido in Fafe, and neither are for the faint-hearted.
The Portugal News16 OctWorld Food Day: A look at Portuguese eating habits
To mark World Food Day, new data from the National Institute of Statistics (INE) offers insights into the eating habits, lifestyle choices and health of Portugal’s population.
Portugal Resident15 OctCarvoeiro Cat Charity to host festive fundraising dinner
Carvoeiro Cat Charity Associação (CCCA) is inviting supporters and animal lovers to come together for its annual Christmas Fundraising Dinner on Saturday, December 19, at Victoria’s restaurant in Poço Barreto, The post Carvoeiro Cat Charity to host festive fundraising dinner appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 OctHow will the wage increase affect purchasing power in Portugal?
Even though the average salary in Portugal increased by around 29% between September 2021 and mid-2026—this being faster than the 22.6% cumulative rate of inflation during that time—households still experience a decline in their purchasing power due to the sharp rise in the prices of essential food items.
The Portugal News14 OctThe Algarve Ladies that Lunch donation to the Algarve Emporium
On Friday, 18 September, Pat Roberts of ALL (The Algarve Ladies that Lunch) visited the Algarve Emporium Charity at Restaurante Between the Lines in Tunes to hand over a donation of €500 raised by the lunching ladies.
The Portugal News13 OctAlgarve Wine Society dines in Alvor
The Algarve Wine Society members and guests enjoyed a deliciously prepared dinner and wine pairing at Wyndham Residences Restaurant in Alvor on Wednesday, September 16th.
Portugal Resident13 OctAlgarve church celebrates harvest with community food appeal
As autumn settles over the Algarve, bringing cooler mornings and a quieter pace of life, Christ The King Anglican Church in Almancil is inviting the community to come together for The post Algarve church celebrates harvest with community food appeal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident13 OctNew Portimão restaurant brings back spirit of the traditional petisco house
A new restaurant in Portimão is looking to revive the relaxed atmosphere of Portugal’s traditional casas de petiscos (tapas houses), with a menu built around sharing food, familiar flavours and The post New Portimão restaurant brings back spirit of the traditional petisco house appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News11 OctGreat places to eat in the Algarve
There’s definitely something about the Algarve that makes food taste better.