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Confidentially Speaking…João Sousa

Greg Boegner — Mon, 06 Apr 2015 10:58:19 +0000

João Sousa is the most recognized Portuguese face on the professional tennis circuit. At only 26 years old, Sousa is already regarded as Portugal’s greatest tennis player of all time. Sousa grew up in Guimarães, in the far north of Portugal. His father, a judge and avid tennis player...

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Confidentially Speaking – Alexandre Farto aka Vhils

Greg Boegner — Sun, 01 Mar 2015 14:01:06 +0000

You’ve probably caught a glimpse of his work, somewhere in some city. The large mesmerizing faces sculpted into the exteriors of buildings from Lisbon to Los Angeles, and Ponta Delgada to Paris, have captured the attention of city dwellers and the international art community alike. His gallery works are scooped up by collectors, and his creative potential has been lauded by Forbes magazine.

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Confidentially Speaking…Diogo Morgado

Greg Boegner — Tue, 06 Jan 2015 13:45:21 +0000

A heart-throb on Portuguese TV since 1998, Diogo Morgado is now a bonafide international film and TV star, thanks in part to his role as "Jesus Christ" in the miniseries The Bible. With new film projects and an American TV series in the works, Morgado is on a rocket-powered career trajectory...

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Confidentially Speaking…José Avillez

Greg Boegner — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 13:20:05 +0000

Whether you’re a true foodie or a casual diner, we’re sure you’re familiar with José Avillez. Perhaps that’s because his business acumen is as sharp as the knives in his six respected restaurants in Lisbon and Porto. Or, maybe you’ve bought one of his three cookbooks, or seen him on ....

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Confidentially Speaking…..Joana Vasconcelos, Conceptual Artist

Greg Boegner — Thu, 06 Nov 2014 17:11:13 +0000

What do you appreciate most about art? Is it creativity? …innovation? …whimsy? …color? …the message it conveys? Well, if you enjoy any of these factors, then, no doubt, you’ll fall in love (just as we have) with the works of Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos. Born in Paris, but raised in Lisbon, Joana has become one the most respected and sought-after artists of the 21st century. Her forte is utilizing non-traditional materials to create monumental and expansive works that intrigue, inspire […]

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Confidentially Speaking… Nuno Gama, Fashion Designer

Greg Boegner — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 15:20:31 +0000

Nuno Gama is one of Portugal’s most dynamic fashion designers. His distinctive styles are embraced by celebrities, musicians and socialites. His fashion shows are crowd favorites, not only for the quality of design, but also for their surprises. His presence is regularly requested at important....

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Confidentially Speaking with…..CHAKALL

Greg Boegner — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 17:00:43 +0000

With his brightly colored turban and thick Argentine accent, Chakall stands out in a crowd. His inquisitive nature and exuberant personality adds to his unique character. Mix in a dashing appearance and a passion for cooking, and you have a tasty recipe for a perfect celebrity chef. Chakall grew up in Buenos Aires, in a family whose gene pool consisted of Galician, Swiss-German, French Basque, Italian and Argentinean heritage. Surely this mixed ancestry played a part in developing his innovative […]

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Herman Jose – Consummate Comedian & Cool Guy

Greg Boegner — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 13:37:01 +0000

For the last four decades, Herman has entertained Portuguese populations around the world through television, film, radio, publishing and live shows. His television shows are always funny, and often controversial, which is what makes Herman an intriguing personality indeed.

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