Posts by Simone Barbosa

[post-vues] Customs and traditions are very important in Portugal. They represent the cultural heritage and history of the Portuguese people. They are vectors of social cohesion for the entire Portuguese people. Discovering Portuguese customs and traditions during your stay in Portugal will give you an insight into the “real” Portugal, and you won’t regret it.…

From north to south, Portugal abounds in beautiful landscapes and magnificent towns and villages. Today, I’ve decided to focus on 6 Portuguese towns to visit around Lisbon. Throughout this article, we’ll be traveling to the Portuguese cities of : Cascais, a coastal town with beautiful beaches, Sintra, a historic town with castles, palaces and enchanting…

Portuguese gastronomy is made up of many dishes with different flavors. Among these, some Portuguese specialties have striking similarities, and today I’ve chosen to put them in competition with each other by introducing you to several must-try dishes of Portuguese gastronomy. Are you ready for this “Battle” of Portuguese specialties? Go for it! 1 –…

Do you love Portugal? Do you love Portuguese cuisine? But how well do you know Portuguese pastries? In Portugal, we talk much more about savory dishes than sweet treats. In the land of Camões, after a good meal, there’s not always room for a sweet ending… And yet, there are many Portuguese pastries. Today, I’ve…

If there’s one Portuguese artist I recommend you discover, it’s Bordalo II. A young artist who transforms garbage into works of art and exhibits them on the walls of buildings in the streets. Today, I’d like to tell you a little more about this artist, and present you with a tour of 10 of his…

Buying a second home in Portugal has been an option for many foreigners for several years now, whether : to live there for part of the year, for vacations, to do business with long or short-term rentals. Buying in Portugal is the wish of more and more foreigners, both within and outside the EU. In…

Many of you liked the article Top 5 of my favorite Portuguese dishes. So today I’ve chosen to reveal the Top 5 of my desserts in Portugal. It’s worth noting that we often talk about Portuguese gastronomy in terms of its dishes, but not so much about its desserts. Yes, unlike France, for example, which…

Numerous Christmas markets are held in Portugal at the end of the year, allowing locals and tourists alike to enjoy the magic of Christmas. From north to south, many Portuguese towns and villages are transformed into Santa Claus villages, all glittering with lights, delicacies and Christmas crafts. Here are a few Portuguese towns not to…

Christmas in Portugal is sacred! It’s a very important holiday for the Portuguese. And as you know from my blog posts, food is also very important to the Portuguese. So it was inevitable to tell you about traditional Christmas recipes in Portugal. I decided to choose 5 that are often present on Portuguese tables at…

Today, I’m taking you on a tour of several Portuguese cities to introduce you to some of the country’s culinary specialties. A wide variety of specialities: dishes, desserts, drinks… all part of Portugal’s gastronomic DNA. We’re off! 1: Cozido das Furnas in the Azores We often forget that Portugal comprises mainland Portugal and two archipelagos:…

Food in Portugal is an integral part of Portuguese culture and tradition. In fact, here on this blog, I regularly share articles about Portuguese gastronomy. Why do I do this? For several reasons: because, like me, you’re big gourmets, but also because, in my opinion, discovering a country through its food is very interesting, especially…

I talk about it regularly on this blog: food is at the heart of Portuguese culture. There are lots of markets in Portugal, and I strongly advise you to visit them if you’re traveling or living there. Markets in Portugal are the perfect place to immerse yourself in Portuguese culture. Why should you? The Portuguese…

Food in Portugal, I know you love it! I often tell you about the great food in Portugal, but not so much about breakfast. And yet … It’s a must in Portugal!!! What’s for breakfast in Portugal? What are the breakfast traditions in Portugal? That’s the subject of today’s article. It’s sure to be a…

Are you moving to Portugal? If so, you’ll need to take a number of administrative steps (see this article). One of these is obtaining a Portuguese social security number called NISS: a compulsory formality, especially if you wish to work in Portugal. Be careful not to confuse the NISS (social security number in Portugal) with…

Whether you’re living in Portugal or just visiting for a few weeks, you’re bound to find yourself driving on Portuguese roads. And unfortunately, you may find yourself involved in a road accident. What to do in the event of an accident in Portugal? That’s the question I’m going to tackle today in this article, because…

Do you have questions about electricity in Portugal? This article is for you! What are the different energy suppliers in Portugal? How much does electricity cost in Portugal? How do I open an electricity contract? 1 : Electricity suppliers in Portugal There are several electricity suppliers in Portugal. The best-known is EDP, which stands for…

Portugal is Europe’s oldest country. Its openness to the ocean and its many navigators led to the Great Discoveries. These enabled Portugal not only to enrich its culture, but also to “deposit” its culture in the 4 corners of the world: African, American, Asian influences… The traces of Portugal in the world are therefore inevitable.…

Portugal is Europe’s oldest country. Its openness to the ocean and its many navigators led to the Great Discoveries. These enabled Portugal not only to enrich its culture, but also to “deposit” its culture in the 4 corners of the world: African, American, Asian influences… The traces of Portugal in the world are therefore inevitable.…

Portugal is a small country, but a country of great achievements! There are many world records in Portugal, and the country is a pioneer in many fields. In this article, I’d like to take a look at some of Portugal’s world records. 1: World’s top scorer Portugal is a country where soccer is king. And…

If you’re getting ready to discover Portugal, whether for a trip or a new life project, there are a few must-sees you won’t want to miss! Listening to Fado in Portugal is one of them! After all, the best way to discover a country is through your 5 senses, and Portugal is no exception: >…

The loss of a loved one is a complicated time, and during this difficult period you also have to deal with numerous administrative formalities, particularly concerning inheritance in Portugal. This can quickly become complicated, and even more so when you’re not on the spot and the procedures are foreign. To be transparent with you, I…

Are you teleworking? Why not choose to telework in Lisbon? Just a few years ago, telecommuting was not very widespread, but today it’s exploding. It has grown considerably since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. It has even become the norm in many companies, changing the way we work. We’ve become more “nomadic”, with a…