A century of history: Lagos Municipal Market celebrates 100th anniversary
Lagos honours 100 years of culture and commerce, with ongoing events until the official January 15 commemoration – December 10, 2024 | Text Alexandra Stilwell With a long history dating back to the first quarter of the 20th century, the Lagos Municipal market is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The market has been a significant local landmark of the city and an iconic social hub for its people. Historical records indicate that the...
Thanks to Baptista’s website and free delivery service, shopping for the holidays has never been easier
Sit back and relax – December 9, 2024 | Sponsored content Thanks to the Baptista Supermarket website, you can cross “grocery shopping” off your to-do list this festive season and enjoy more time with your loved ones. Since Baptista has a wide range of products catering to all diets, you can safely welcome your health-conscious, gluten-free or vegetarian loved ones to your festive gatherings. Need some ideas for what to cook?...
Riverside dining: Arvad Wines launches a new experience for wine lovers
Discover native Algarve grapes over the idyllic Arade River – December 9, 2024 | Text Alexandra Stilwell Famous for its spectacular summer Sunset Sessions, picnics among the wines and delicious wine tastings with a view of the Arade River, Arvad is adding to this portfolio of exquisite activities with the new lunch experience at the Casa do Rio on the estate’s riverside deck. The experience was created to complement the wine...
The Crepes at Lagos Intermarché have new toppings that are sure to tantalise your taste buds
Fresh and sweet – December 2, 2024 | Sponsored content Customers at Lagos Intermarché are familiar with the feeling of being left with their mouths watering as soon as they walk by the shop’s patisserie counter. And with something new arriving, it’s going to be even harder not to give in to temptation. Whether you fancy a sweet treat or are simply looking for a new snack, you can’t miss out on the new crepes with...
Renature Monchique: Ryanair invests in Monchique’s reforestation
The Renature Monchique project has relaunched its reforestation efforts, supported by a new €400,000 investment from Irish airline Ryanair – December 2, 2024 | Text Michael Bruxo ©GEOTA – Planting team in the field Created in 2019, Renature Monchique aims to restore the areas devastated by Monchique’s 2018 wildfire and protect the endangered Monchique oak, a critically threatened species according to the Red List of Vascular...
Local healthcare experts share some of the best ways to protect your health on and off the course
How to enjoy golf in the sunny Algarve and avoid injury – December 2, 2024 | Text Beatriz Maio | Sponsored content The health benefits of golf are widely recognised, offering an enjoyable way to improve both physical and mental well-being. The sport encourages cardiovascular fitness, helps maintain a healthy weight, enhances lung capacity, and promotes muscle development. However, like any physical activity, golf requires attention to...
New The Court Resort development launched, offering state-of-the-art sports and leisure facilities
The Carvoeiro resort offers a lucrative investment opportunity along with top-of-the-line sports and relaxation facilities for holiday goers – November 30, 2024 Carvoeiro Branco real estate developer has announced the launch of The Court, a new project located in Salicos, Carvoeiro. The resort will feature 104 thoughtfully designed apartments, ranging from cosy studios to spacious two-bedroom units, along with state-of-the-art sport...
Local artist Anke Punt Bach unveils new ‘Angels’ exhibition in Lagoa
The exhibition will bring the magic of Christmas spirit to town – November 29, 2024 Local German artist and teacher at Escola de Artes in Lagoa, Anke Punt Bach, will inaugurate her new artworks on Monday, December 2, at 4.30pm at Lagoa’s library. The exhibition will also feature works by four of her students – Gonçalo, Maria, Lucas, and Martim (aged 8 and 9). The exhibition will feature 29 angel paintings, which “were born after...
Portimão is gearing up to welcome the Christmas Season
Santa Claus, street parades, Christmas lights, and even a natural ice rink! – November 22, 2024 Portimão is preparing to host its annual Christmas event, ‘A Christmas Dream’, which will start on November 29 and run until January 6. The festivities will begin with the arrival of Santa Claus at Praça 1º de Maio (the square in front of the town hall) on Friday, November 29, at 4.30pm. Afterwards, the city’s Christmas lights will be...
First Cycle of Jazz at the Wineries concerts starts this November 22
João Clara Winery to host two top jazz concerts not to be missed – November 14, 2024 Previous Jazz nas Adegas event The 8th edition of the Jazz at the Wineries (Jazz nas Adegas) concert series is restarting, with two concerts scheduled for 9pm on November 22 (Friday) and November 23 (Saturday) at the João Clara Winery in Silves. Organised by the Municipality of Silves, this event offers a remarkable and unique experience at each...
