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Ocean Restaurant – Two Michelin Star Cuisine of Hans Neuner

Greg Boegner — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:40:53 +0000

With two Michelin stars, an extraordinary oceanfront setting, and the culinary imagination of Chef Hans Neuner, Ocean Restaurant at Vila Vita Parc has established itself as one of Portugal’s most exceptional fine-dining destinations. Located within the luxurious five-star resort in the Algarve, Ocean offers an experience where sophisticated cuisine, impeccable hospitality, and a genuine sense of pleasure come together beautifully. The restaurant’s name could hardly be more appropriate. A magnificent picture window frames sweeping views of the Atlantic and the […]

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Pumpkin Market Algarve: Autumn Fun at Vila Vita Biergarten, 24 October

Greg Boegner — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:18:00 +0000

Autumn in the Algarve is about to get a little more colorful! On Saturday, 24 October, Vila Vita Biergarten in Porches welcomes the Pumpkin Market, a festive celebration of seasonal flavors, European traditions, live jazz, and family-friendly activities. Inspired by the charming autumn markets of Bavaria, the one-day event runs from 12:30 to 20:00, with free admission for everyone. Pumpkin markets have long been a popular autumn tradition across Germany and Central Europe, celebrating the harvest with colorful displays of […]

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Halloween at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve: Spooky Fun for Little Ghosts and Ghouls

Greg Boegner — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:55:00 +0000

Halloween is a time for costumes, candy, pumpkins, and a little spooky mischief. And this October 31, Viceroy at Ombria Algarve is inviting families to celebrate with an afternoon of Halloween fun, creative activities, and treats for the little ones. Set in the resort’s charming Village, surrounded by the rolling hills of the Algarve countryside near Loulé, the celebration promises a playful mix of Halloween traditions and family entertainment. Children are encouraged to arrive in their favorite costumes, whether they […]

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Thanksgiving Algarve, 26 November at Tribulum, Almancil –

Greg Boegner — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:50:03 +0000

Thanksgiving is one of the most beloved holidays in the United States. For most Americans, the mere mention of the day conjures memories of family gatherings, turkey fresh from the oven, pumpkin pie with a dollop of whipped cream, football on television, and stretching out on the couch with a full belly. Like the Pilgrims celebrating life in the New World, Americans (and their friends!) can celebrate life in the Algarve with a very special Thanksgiving dinner at Tribulum Restaurant […]

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Salicórnia: Chef Luís Anjos Celebrates the Eastern Algarve

Ann Abel — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:46:17 +0000

Chef Louis Anjos made a name for himself at some of the Algarve’s most prestigious fine-dining kitchens, including Vila Vita Parc, Bon Bon, and Al Sud, where he earned a Michelin star. But his latest act, Salicórnia, is something altogether different. He’s traded the western Algarve for the far eastern reaches, where he’s joined forces with Verdelago, an ambitious resort and residential development between Altura and Praia Verde. And he’s kept the skilled technique and passion for fresh local products […]

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Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience, Only at Tribulum, 17-19 November

Greg Boegner — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:21:00 +0000

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Three nights of delicious dining and hilarious entertainment–the Faulty Towers Dining Experience–17-19 November. Tribulum Restaurant in Almancil, Algarve, welcomes the world’s most sought-after interactive show, based on the iconic BBC series “Fawlty Towers”! Definitely one worth getting off the couch for! Allow Basil, Sybil and Manuel to serve up chaos as you are treated to a delicious 3-course meal, prepared by Tribulum chef Jonnie Pratt, as hilarity ensues! This is the show where you step […]

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Wellness by Moonlight – The Full Moon Ritual at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve

Greg Boegner — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:39:00 +0000

There’s something undeniably magical about the Algarve after sunset. The hills quiet down, the summer heat softens, and under the glow of a full moon, the landscape takes on an entirely different energy. This season, The Spa at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve is inviting guests to experience that transformation through a new series of immersive Full Moon Rituals. Inspired by the rhythms of the lunar cycle and the restorative power of nature, the evening wellness experiences are designed to encourage […]

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CIRO Fire Cooking Makes Guia a Contemporary Algarve Dining Destination

Greg Boegner — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:20:17 +0000

There is something quietly exciting happening in Guia. Long known for its traditional chicken restaurants, this small Algarve town has welcomed a striking new dining destination that feels refreshingly different. Rising on the site of a former ruin, CIRO introduces a contemporary Mediterranean fire-cooking concept that blends cosmopolitan style with the relaxed soul of the Algarve, creating a restaurant well worth seeking out from anywhere in the region. The latest offering from the culinary team at Vila Vita Parc, CIRO […]

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