Lisbon – Portugal

Who was the Marquis of Pombal?

Was the Marquis of Pombal an iron-fisted visionary or an Enlightenment despot? One of the great Portugal’s History players.

Jeronimos Monastery – some questions, Lisbon, Portugal

Jeronimos Monastery: A timeless haven of architectural grandeur. Questions and answers about this fascinanting monument.

Salt cod, also known as bacalao, is a dried and salted codfish

Cod or codfish in Portugal

Codfish, or simply cod, is a significant icon of Portuguese gastronomy. Why? Which cod dishes are the most popular? Why do the Portuguese consume so much cod, and how did it all start?

Tram 28, Lisbon, Portugal

Tram 28 reigns as Lisbon’s favorite among tourists, likely due to exclusive promotion by tour operators. Unsurpassed choice for sightseeing.

Paragliders at Costa da Caparica, Portugal

While I was walking in the area of Costa da Caparica Fossil Cliff I came upon the scene of the featured photo … amazing.

Alheira and farinheira, are two distinct sausages.

Alheira or farinheira, two Portuguese sauseges.

Alheira and farinheira, two different sausages you can only find in Portugal. Find about their origins, differences, and how to ccok them.