By Gregorio | August 16, 2010 at 7:51 am | One comment
Vila Joya is truly a heaven on earth. Yes, it is an amazing beach-front boutique hotel. Yet, this hotel experience allows you to please your palate at a world-renowned Michelin 2-Star restaurant, and pamper your soul at the Joy Jung holistic spa. And, you might also want...
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By Gregorio | August 15, 2010 at 4:00 pm | No comments
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Sintra is arguably one of the most beautiful areas of Portugal. In fact, the Portuguese monarchy used to vacation in the hilly village with views to the sea. Today, the...
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By Gregorio | August 15, 2010 at 10:49 am | No comments
Caniço is not a secret, but you really will have had to hear about it to know it. The restaurant does very little advertising. They don’t need to. It is very popular with the Portuguese who come here for the great food, party atmosphere, but primarily, its spectacular...
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By Pedro | August 9, 2010 at 10:25 pm | One comment
Pap’Açorda opened it’s doors in 1981 and quickly became the fashionable place for traditional Portuguese food in Lisbon. Still today, the restaurant is a favorite among locals and attracts a high-profile crowd. Located in the trendy neighborhood of Bairro Alto,...
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By Pedro | August 8, 2010 at 6:07 pm | No comments
Bica do Sapato (Portuguese for High Heel) is a unique restaurant that was fashionable when it first opened over 10 years ago, and remains very trendy today. It is a must go for those that loves great food, cool ambience and interesting people-watching. Actors John Malkovich...
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By Gregorio | August 6, 2010 at 2:06 pm | One comment
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Hungry for a good Portuguese meal? Well, you have your choice of two or three different restaurants down every calçada street. Now, are you hungry for really good,...
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