By Gregorio | May 2, 2012 at 7:13 pm | No comments
Many central Algarvians consider Couleur France a well kept secret. Perhaps it’s because it’s located slightly off the beaten path, in a quiet location on the west side of Almancil. Drive around that round-about slowly. Look for the Couleur France sign. Take the exit, and...
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By Gregorio | April 9, 2012 at 1:56 pm | No comments
Gisela Matthjis is synonymous with elegant dining in the central Algarve. After all, her company Fine Dining in Style has been serving personalized haute cuisine to private residences in the Golden Triangle for 15 years. So, we are thrilled to know that the Queen of Cuisine has...
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By Gregorio | March 7, 2012 at 6:14 pm | No comments
If you’ve spent any time in the central Algarve, you’ve probably crossed paths with popular chef Jonnie Pratt. Jonnie can be found making personal appearances at the local gourmet grocery store and luxury Leiken appliance shop. He’s also often spotted managing the kitchen...
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By Victor B | February 22, 2012 at 9:45 am | No comments
Paixa, located near the entrance to Vale do Lobo in the central Algarve, is one of those rare restaurants mixing modern, sophisticated décor with laid- back ambiance, and inspired cuisine in simple course formats . It is trendy and fashionable, yet comfortable and delicious. ...
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By Victor B | February 7, 2012 at 3:13 pm | No comments
Need to get away? Want a quiet, cozy, intimate hideaway, seemingly on the edge of the world, with a staff that’s quiet when you want them to be and on-hand when you need them to be? We think we’ve found that place. The Romantik Hotel Vivenda Miranda is a boutique hotel on...
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By Gregorio | January 31, 2012 at 10:36 am | No comments
Fresh air, stunning views, natural surroundings and good physical exercise. Ahhh, getting outside. It’s something we always think about doing, but often don’t take the initiative. Hiking is good clean fun. And, get this….it’s crisis-friendly! It’s free. The Algarve of...
Posted in: Algarve, Day Life