Lagoa celebrates 20th anniversary of ‘Mostra dos Doces Conventuais’ sweets fair this August
As the main highlight of the annual Conventual Sweets event, the traditional sweets are sure to delight visitors – August 20, 2024 Lagoa is preparing to host its annual sweets fair, the ‘Mostra dos Doces Conventuais’, at the Centro Cultural Convento de S. José, from August 29 to September 1. Visitors can enjoy traditional sweets made by expert pastry-makers from across the country, as well as sweets crafted according to the recipes...
Wine Talk: Patrick Stuart weighs in on his latest discoveries
Explore 3 different wine options for this Summer – August 16, 2024 | Text Patrick Stuart Maria Izabel 2020 white I wrote about this wine back in 2017, having tried the 2015 vintage and it is interesting to see how this 2020 is significantly different. This used to be a wine with noticeable oak on the nose, but the producer has clearly moved with the times. Maria Izabel 2020 white The wine is now made from a blend of Cerceal, Viosinho,...
Lagos Modern Music Festival brings pop, rock, funk, soul and jazz to Praia da Luz this weekend
Lagos MMFest returns this August for its third edition – August 13, 2024 Praia da Luz sets the stage for the third edition of the Lagos Modern Music Festival starting this Thursday, August 15, until Sunday, August 18. The festival brings together different musical genres and offers a platform for emerging bands, celebrating musical diversity in a stunning seaside setting, providing the opportunity for everyone to enjoy a variety of...
Great success: Hundreds attended Lagos’ sweetest summer fair
A fusion of history, culture, and flavour characterised the 35th edition of Lagos’ traditional Arte Doce Fair this year – August 13, 2024 The 35th Arte Doce Fair in Lagos, held from July 24 to 28, was a great success, attracting hundreds of visitors to an incredible event that brought together tradition and innovation. This year saw an increase in participating businesses at the fair, attracting a large number of visitors and...
Turkish rider Toprak Razgatlioglu strikes new Superbike World Championship record
Algarve International Racetrack saw an historic victory last Sunday at the for Toprak Razgatlioglu from Turkey – August 13, 2024 Toprak Razgatlioglu Photo by WorldSBK Last Sunday, August 11, the Algarve International Racetrack (AIA) in Portimão saw history being made by the Turkish rider Toprak Razgatlioglu, who achieved his 13th straight victory in the FIM Superbike World Championship, making it a new Superbike record. Competing for...
A tourist at home: Away from the crowds, we explore a traditional winery and an ideal spot for a meal or snack for this season
Embrace the opportunity to be a tourist at home and discover the hidden treasures that lie just off the beaten path – August 13, 2024 | Text Marie Patterson | Photos Charlotte Cockayne/Open Media Group Although we spend most of the year looking forward to the warm summer days, sometimes the months of July and August can get a little too much, and some well-deserved serenity is needed, away from the bustling summer crowds. So, on this...
Quinta dos Sentidos winery is a bountiful estate near the Arade River sure to delight the senses
Owned by a Swiss-Danish couple, the estate produces exceptional wines, luscious olive oil and a cornucopia of extraordinary fruits – August 9, 2024 | Text Alexandra Stilwell For those who enjoy gardening, little is more satisfying than watching plants grow and flourish, especially when it comes to edibles. There is a particular delight in harvesting and consuming the fruits of our labour. For Beat Buchmann and Charlotte Toubro, what...
New four-star hotel to be built in Ferragudo
The new hotel will revitalise an area that is currently rundown and abandoned, transforming it into a high-quality reference point in the municipality of Lagoa – August 9, 2024 The Água Hotels Group has announced the construction of a new four-star hotel between Parchal and Ferragudo, near the Arade Congress Centre. With a total investment of €20 million, construction is expected to begin in 2025, and the hotel is scheduled to open in...
Silves Medieval Fair is back with unforgettable experiences
The highly popular event returns to Silves from August 9-17 – August 8, 2024 Starting this Friday, the iconic fair will bring back historical recreations to Silves for nine days of unforgettable experiences. There will be no shortage of entertainment, including historical shows with jousts on horseback and swordfighting, fire and belly dances, medieval processions, and many other performances taking place throughout the city at...
Breathe in: Quinta Alma provides connection with nature and unique experiences
A true refuge in the Algarvian hills, Quinta Alma is a vibrant hub of sustainable practices and human connection – August 6, 2024 | Text Beatriz Maio In the tranquil Algarvian hills lies Quinta Alma, a serene sanctuary where Joana Gorjão and Mário Silva have traded their bustling Lisbon life for a connection with nature that they now wish to share with all who believe in their philosophy. This refuge, located just a few kilometres...
