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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...
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...
Uruguayan steaks in the Algarve? Sure! Claro! Any hip foodie in the Algarve knows that for fine natural grilled beef from Uruguay, go to Gourmet Natural at the Ermitage. Yet sometimes, the popular al fresco eatery is booked solid or closed for winter months. So, to appease our...
Pizzaria Casavostra on Avenida 5 de Outubro in Almancil has always been popular with locals and visitors alike. But recently, they closed their small shop, moved down the street into the Al4uatro Interior Design building, and reopened as an ultra modern and hip restaurant, with...
You know Chakall. He is the turban-wearing TV chef who drives across the world in a mini service truck with his loyal dog Pulga. He is a quirky character perfectly suited for compelling and entertaining television. Yet, Chakall is also the innovator behind such successful...
Smack dab in the midst of all the action in the central Algarve is a quiet little oasis. You’ve probably driven past it numerous times, and never realized it was there. It hides behind a wall on the road between Almancil and Quarteira. The entrance is fairly non-descript and...
