Local artist Jérome Gay applies his multifaceted talent to sculptures, ceramics, and paintings
Turning feelings into art – September 14, 2023 | Text Beatriz Maio | Photos Charlotte Cockayne/Open Media Group Born in the UK, Jérome Gay came to live in the Algarve as a child with his English mother and Spanish father, where he grew up, made friends, and acquired a taste for the country. From an early age, he had a connection with the arts as his family had several paintings at home which, together with his good grades at school in...
From generation to generation, one family continues to pass on the traditions of locally produced regional liqueurs
A taste of the Algarve – September 7, 2023 | Text Beatriz Maio | Photos Charlotte Cockayne/Open Media Group It is in the heart of the mountains that some of the region’s most flavourful liqueurs and firewater are born, produced by a couple who have collected centuries’ worth of knowledge for their production. In this family, it is a tradition to provide for those who enjoy a drink at the end of the meal with the most distinctive...
Ferragudo is home to a trendy brunch spot that has already become a reference in the area
Brunch in Rio offers “a memorable experience for more than just the food” – July 31, 2023 | Text Beatriz Maio In a familiar, intimate and comfortable environment, Brunch in Rio offers a memorable experience, not only for the food – which is exceptional – but for its relaxed atmosphere and pleasing décor. It is a place that was missing in the Algarve and has been much appreciated by locals and foreigners who haven’t stopped...
How three friends decided to combine their skills to show the beauty of the Algarve Coast in a very particular way
Paddling away in an intimate, friendly and familiar environment, away from the crowds – July 26, 2023 | Text Beatriz Maio, Photos Xavier Madeira BrotheRootz Sup Tours was born in January of 2022 and began operating around Easter that year. It was a joint project by three friends who are passionate about the sea and, in particular, the Algarve coast. Having all grown up by the beach, since childhood, all they have always wanted is to...
Experience a breadth of emotions with ‘scenic flights’ over the Algarve coast
Explore the caves of Benagil, the Sagres Fortress, or the Vicentine Coast with the “largest general aviation company in Portugal and one of the largest in Europe” – July 19, 2023 | Text & Photos Bruno Filipe Pires / Open Media Group Getting to see the caves of Benagil, the Sagres Fortress, or the Vicentine Coast from an altitude of 1,000 feet (around 300 metres), aboard a small single-engine aircraft, is something you...
Vila Vita opens new Italian restaurant Giardino
Giardino shines the spotlight on “traditional classic dishes from Italy” – July 11, 2023 Luxury resort Vila Vita Parc in Porches, Lagoa, has a new Italian restaurant, Giardino – La Cucina Italiana. The restaurant shines the spotlight on “traditional classic dishes from Italy” and joins the selection of 11 restaurants that the resort has to offer. “Located on a covered Clubhouse terrace with an expansive ocean view,...
Marie Patterson unveils some local favourites and hidden gems not to be missed in Carvoeiro
A tourist at home – July 9, 2023 | Text Marie Patterson, Photos Charlotte Cockayne/Open Media Group Nothing screams “summer’s here” quite like a calming boat trip to the local caves, so on this particular Saturday I decide to head to the picturesque beach of Benagil for a tour with Taruga. Tickets can be purchased online to avoid disappointment and at their ticket office located immediately in front of Benagil beach. Trips run at a...
How a Local Dental Clinic helps the little ones feel at ease
Big tiny smiles – July 7, 2023 | Text Beatriz Maio Located in Lagoa, the Vitra Clinic dentist office came up with an innovative idea that arose from the need both to increase the physical space and to give children a place of their own, where they feel comfortable and break the stigma associated with going to the dentist. Not only do they have their own entrance, but also an unequalled waiting room full of joy and fun, making it...
