Tag: Portugal

Photographing Portugal: Where to capture fantastic photos in Northern Portugal

Portugal is renowned for its stunning coastal landscapes and kind, engaging people; which is much of the reason why Portugal continuously ranks as one of the top tourism destinations in Europe. That said, what many people haven’t experienced is the rustic interior of Portugal, where villages are hidden among the folds of terraced mountains, and […]

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Discover Jewish Heritage throughout Portugal and Spain

Gabriella Opaz

Orange trees scent a patio in Lisbon’s ancient Alfama neighborhood. Cilantro is used to season a seafood stew, made just like this for over a thousand years. Sausage made with bread stuffing hangs in a smokehouse and its true origin is hidden. A cook fries tiny fish in olive oil, unaware of the stories that

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The Undiscovered Sights, Sounds and Flavors of Portugal

Gabriella Opaz

Gail Aguiar is by far one of the most prolific travel bloggers in Portugal, which is why we’re so keen to feature her! Filipino by birth, Gail has spent most of her life traveling, working and exploring the world; hence her insight comes from a place of deep wisdom and experience. Today, she joins us

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The Jesuíta – You Sassy Portuguese Pastry You!

Gabriella Opaz

A few years ago, I was dining sozinho (alone) in a small neighborhood cafe in Porto when I caught sight of this gorgeous pastry in the display case. With crispy folds of puff pastry piled high under a hard, sugary crust of perfection, I thought “damn girl, you need that!” But what looked like a

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Your Ultimate Guide to Camellias in Porto

Gabriella Opaz

In the North of Portugal, parks radiate green under rain filled winter skies. Moss gently spreads along ancient stone walls, vines creep up porcelain tiles as Camellia trees burst in red, pinks and whites. It’s mesmerizing, beautiful and absolutely worth seeing for yourself! Camellias, however, didn’t originate in Portugal, like the cork oak or lavender

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Staff Picks: 5 New Experiences to Enjoy in Portugal this Year!

Gabriella Opaz

Happy New Year from the Catavino Team! With the year just kicking off, welcoming heaps of new opportunities, a trip to Portugal should be at the top of your list! Brimming with soulful foods, diverse wines and stunning natural wonders, it’s no wonder that Portugal has been rated as one of the top tourism destinations

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Highlights: Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal

Gabriella Opaz

With nine new Michelin stars added to last year’s 17, it’s an exciting time to indulge in The Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal. Our newly-released book shares with the world the exclusive, never-before-told life and food stories forgotten for 100 years inside Porto’s iconic Bolhão Market. The grandmother food stories we found in this

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Catavino Wrote a Book!!

Gabriella Opaz

It has been a long hard road, full of ups and downs, but today we are incredibly excited to announce that Catavino’s first book, The Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal, is finished. Sonia, Ryan and I are a bit tired, but we’re extremely thrilled that we have finally reached the end of a journey that took

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How are Women Uniting Portugal through Wine?

Gabriella Opaz

If I say fire fighter, what gender pops into your head? Doctor? Nurse? Taxi driver? Construction worker? Beautician? Historically, many of these professions were predominately occupied by one gender, but not both. In today’s world, there are very few professions that are solely occupied by either men or women. Unfortunately our perceptions haven’t altered. Ask

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New Portuguese Cookbook Brings Unexpected Recipes to the Table

Sonia Nolasco

Today, if you want to start a website called portuguesecooking.com — good luck! Ana Patuleia Ortins has owned it since 1997, just a year before Google was founded. For decades, Ana has been spreading the gospel about Portuguese food. Author of Portuguese Homestyle Cooking, she’s a pioneer in cookbooks written about Portuguese cuisine in America.

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Why is Porto Overtaking Paris for Shopping and Design

Gabriella Opaz

Chadner Navarro recently published a fantastic article in Bloomberg highlighting why Porto is surpassing Paris as “the” shopping capital of Europe. There’s a good reason for it. Porto isn’t just an architectural wonder, with its technicolored tiles and vaulting domes, it’s a hotbed of creativity! Just hang out at a party for a few minutes and

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The Undiscovered Sweetness of Portuguese Honey

Gabriella Opaz

When people think of Portugal, rarely do they think of its rich honey culture. Perfectly grilled fish, sumptuous breads and diverse wines are commonly touted as “must try Portuguese foods“, but honey never gets any play. It should, because Portuguese honey is not only delectable but is used in heaps of local cuisine. Therefore, to celebrate

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How I became a Knight of the Port Wine Brotherhood

Ryan Opaz

Recently, I was enthroned into the Confraria do Vinho do Porto (Port Wine Brotherhood) as a Cavaleiro (Knight) in “recognition for my dedication and service to Port Wine.” Understandably, I was incredibly honored, but my invitation also came with several questions as to what exactly occurred. For this reason, I wanted to share a short

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4 Must Eat Sandwiches of Porto!

Ryan Opaz

For me, the sandwich is the pinnacle of the food pyramid. Sure I love fine dining, a good seafood feast, or a perfectly prepared piece of roasted meat; but in the end, I will always long for the great sandwich. When you have 2 slices of the perfect rustic bread holding together a selection of

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Barry Hatton: 5 Historical events to understand the Portuguese

Gabriella Opaz

Editor’s Note: Several months ago, we stumbled upon Barry Hatton’s book, “The Portuguese: A Modern History,” and found ourselves captivated. Very few books cover Portuguese culture and history in English, and of those that do, even fewer bring to the light the incredible successes and struggles that plague the nation. As an AP reporter, and someone married

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Portugal

Photographing Portugal: Where to capture fantastic photos in Northern Portugal

Discover Jewish Heritage throughout Portugal and Spain

The Undiscovered Sights, Sounds and Flavors of Portugal

The Jesuíta – You Sassy Portuguese Pastry You!

Your Ultimate Guide to Camellias in Porto

Staff Picks: 5 New Experiences to Enjoy in Portugal this Year!

Highlights: Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal

Catavino Wrote a Book!!

How are Women Uniting Portugal through Wine?

New Portuguese Cookbook Brings Unexpected Recipes to the Table

Why is Porto Overtaking Paris for Shopping and Design

The Undiscovered Sweetness of Portuguese Honey

How I became a Knight of the Port Wine Brotherhood

4 Must Eat Sandwiches of Porto!

Barry Hatton: 5 Historical events to understand the Portuguese

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