Browsing Month August, 2010

Hotel Bairro Alto – Chic & Historic in Lisbon

Hotel Bairro Alto – Chic & Historic in Lisbon

By | August 31, 2010 at 9:05 am | One comment

This sleek 55 room five-star boutique hotel sits in an enviable position where the trendy and fashionable Chiado, meets the artsy and bohemian Bairro Alto district.  Fine dining, bohemian bars, art gallery designer shops, and historical landmarks are all within a short walk of...

Posted in: Hotels, Lisbon

Santini’s Gelati – Frozen Gift of the Gods

Santini’s Gelati – Frozen Gift of the Gods

By | August 28, 2010 at 4:44 pm | No comments

Some consider Santini’s Gelati the best ice cream in the world.  Some Internet fans go so far to suggest it is “a gift from the gods.”  Either way, Santini’s shops in Cascais and São João do Estoril have been tantalizing Portuguese tongues for over 60...

Posted in: Cool Things

SMOOTH Chill-Out Lounge – Sunset Cocktails on the River in Lisbon

SMOOTH Chill-Out Lounge – Sunset Cocktails on the River in Lisbon

By | August 27, 2010 at 9:43 am | No comments

Busy day in Lisbon, huh?  You could really use a place to hang out, let the city drift away to the breeze off the water as the afternoon shifts into twilight.  Hmm, sounds like you need to check out Smooth at K Urban...

Posted in: Lisbon, Night Life

Serralves Museum & Gardens – Contemporary Art in the Old City

Serralves Museum & Gardens – Contemporary Art in the Old City

By | August 26, 2010 at 11:49 am | 2 comments

On first appearance, Porto is a town steeped in Portuguese history.  Yet, Porto is also home to a world-class museum of contemporary art. Opened in 1999, the Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art displays cutting-edge international art in a striking minimalist building by...

Posted in: Culture, Porto

Avenida da Liberdade – Designer Shopping in Lisbon

Avenida da Liberdade – Designer Shopping in Lisbon

By | August 25, 2010 at 10:17 am | 2 comments

Every world-class city has one—a shopping area who’s name alone is recognized for haute couture, high-end jeans and fine fragrances.  Rodeo Drive.  Fifth Avenue.  Mayfair. Champs-Elysees.  Ginza.  With this year’s introduction of a new Prada shop, Lisbon’s Avenida...

Posted in: Day Life, Lisbon, Lisbon, Shopping

Raw Fish in Portugal – Our List of the Top Sushi Restaurants

Raw Fish in Portugal – Our List of the Top Sushi Restaurants

By | August 22, 2010 at 5:36 pm | No comments

Without a doubt, the Portuguese love their fresh fish.  You can find it boiled, broiled, baked, grilled and fried.  However, it’s another challenge altogether to find fresh fish in its raw form….sushi!  Portugal Confidential makes an effort to provide a list of the best...

Posted in: Algarve, Dining, Lisbon

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