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Best Small Boutique Hotels in Lisbon

Ann Abel — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:28:59 +0000

From the recent hotel headlines in Lisbon, it would seem that bigger is better. Large international luxury brands, including Andaz and the Standard, as well as new independent players, have been descending on the capital, taking over entire city blocks in Baixa or grand edifices around Avenida da Liberdade. But within the shadow of all that, the city’s boutique hotel scene is also thriving. These small hotels offer a discreet alternative. In some cases, there’s not even a sign announcing […]

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JNcQUOI Fish: Lisbon’s Chic New Seafood Destination

Ann Abel — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:29:57 +0000

At JNcQUOI Fish, chef Filipe Carvalho has put together a beautifully designed presentation about the fish and seafood in Portuguese waters. The longtime chef, who previously held a Michelin star at Fifty Seconds, lovingly catalogued the species, their seasonality, and the precise cooking techniques to make their flavors sing. This presentation exists in the literal sense—a digital file meant to be studied by the restaurant’s employees (and curious diners)—but also in a more metaphorical way. It’s fair to say that […]

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Repsol “Soletes” Portugal – Awarded to the Best Everyday Food Spots

Greg Boegner — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Repsol, the Spanish energy company known not only for its fuel stations but also for its respected gastronomic guide, has unveiled additions to their Soletes awardees in Portugal. Launched last year, there are 100 new everyday eateries added to the list this Summer 2026—from cozy cafés and pastry shops to tapas bars, gelaterias, restaurants, kiosks, and stylish wine bars. This makes a total of 385 delicious spots now on the list in Portugal Unlike the Suns (Sóis), Repsol’s long-established Michelin-style […]

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Lamina: A Bold Portuguese Restaurant in Lisbon by Chef Vasco Coelho Santos

Ann Abel — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:51:33 +0000

The latest venture from Lisbon’s savvy Paradigma restaurant group (the folks behind unassuming foodie favorites like Ofício and Canalha), Lamina marks the return of chef Vasco Coelho Santos to the capital. While the chef worked in some of Spain’s top kitchens (Mugaritz, Arzak, and El Bulli among them) and earned his Michelin star in Porto for the Basque-accented Euskalduna Studio, his new Lisbon restaurant is proudly Portuguese. Strictly speaking, the food has a northern accent, as both Coelho Santos and […]

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The Best Serviced Apartments in Lisbon for Luxury Long-Term Stays

Ann Abel — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:45:57 +0000

Apartment hotels are flourishing in Lisbon like never before. The genre—serviced apartments with hotel-style services like front desks, concierges, and housekeeping—has been around for ages, but they make a special kind of sense for modern travelers. That’s especially true for families, grown-up digital nomads (35+), pre-relocation visitors, and remote-working professionals. And for research-minded “test the neighborhood” buyers on their moving-to-Portugal scouting trips, they’re a particularly obvious choice. (Photo at top: The Verse ©Francisco Nogueiro) Apartment hotels neatly split the difference […]

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Fado in Amália’s Garden: An Intimate Lisbon Music Experience

Greg Boegner — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:33:00 +0000

There are many ways to experience Fado in Lisbon, but few feel as authentic—or as moving—as an evening spent in the garden of Amália Rodrigues’ former home. For Portuguese people, Amália Rodrigues remains an almost mythical figure. Often referred to as the “Queen of Fado,” she introduced Portugal’s soulful musical tradition to audiences around the world and became one of the country’s most celebrated cultural ambassadors. More than two decades after her death, her voice and influence continue to define […]

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Tasca Bica: A “Neo-Tasca” Where Dry-Aged Chicken Takes Center Stage in Lisbon

Ann Abel — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:28:38 +0000

At a moment when Lisbon’s restaurant scene was feeling a bit copy-paste—another smash burger joint? more ramen?—Tasca Bica landed in spring 2026 in a blaze of originality, flavor, and fun. Some reviews call it a neo-tasca, and others say it’s a chicken shop, but chef-owner Victor Vieira’s fun-dining spot is in a category of one. Vieira, who made a name for himself in the kitchens (and Master Chef competition) of Shanghai, lands in Portugal with an arsenal of spices, a […]

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Buccellati’s Timeless Italian Craftsmanship in Lisbon

Greg Boegner — Mon, 25 May 2026 16:11:25 +0000

Buccellati brings a distinctly Italian sense of artistry to Lisbon’s Avenida da Liberdade, where the celebrated Milanese jewelry house presents a world shaped by craftsmanship, heritage, and timeless design. Founded in 1919 by Mario Buccellati, the maison has long been revered for its intricate goldsmithing techniques inspired by Renaissance-era Italian ateliers. Signature hand-engraving methods, delicate lace-like textures, and the use of rare colored stones define collections that blur the line between jewelry and art. The Lisbon boutique reflects that same […]

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