LISBOA // Bar Pavilhão Chinês

LISBOA // Bar Pavilhão Chinês

by | Jul 29, 2021 | LISBON, PORTUGAL, Travel

A collection of small things, plus alcohol. Located in a former grocery store in the area of Principe Real, the Bar Pavilhão Chinês is one of the most unique and intriguing spots to have an aperitif in all of Lisbon. Reminiscent of the ‘wander rooms’ of the 16th and...
LISBOA // Memoria

LISBOA // Memoria

by | Jul 16, 2021 | Dog Friendly, LISBON, PORTUGAL, RESTO

Where everyone feels welcome, especially dogs. As part of the family-run Grupo Non Basta of restaurants located in Lisbon, Memoria is a unique dining experience with an ‘at home’ feel in the centre of Campo de Ourique, a thriving neighbourhood on top the tallest of...
LISBOA // Zappi Café + Pizzeria

LISBOA // Zappi Café + Pizzeria

by | May 22, 2021 | Dog Friendly, LISBON, PORTUGAL, RESTO

Café. Pizzeria. Brunch spot. Vegetarian friendly. All of the above apply to this stylish eatery in trendy Santos with a lively front patio and vibrant indoor seating. If you are looking for gluten-free Napolitano vegan pizza, a vitamin-packed fruit smoothie, Earl Grey...
CASCAIS // Da Pergola Boutique Hotel

CASCAIS // Da Pergola Boutique Hotel

by | Feb 16, 2021 | Cascais, LISBON, PORTUGAL, Travel

A centenary guesthouse located in the heart of Cascais. The Pergola is a small oasis where old-world Portugal meets modern luxury, surrounded by an intimate garden against the backdrop of the harbour. Consisting of 12 spacious rooms, the restored family home is the...
LISBOA // Baguettes et Cornets

LISBOA // Baguettes et Cornets

by | Mar 20, 2020 | LISBON, PORTUGAL, RESTO

A Slice of Paris in Lisbon. On an unassuming corner in the district of Sao Bento, in the center of Lisbon, is as close as you will get to a Boulangerie Parisienne. It’s the Coronavirus Pandemic and so my exposure is only to the boulangerie portion of the...
SETUBAL // Da Pedra e Sal

SETUBAL // Da Pedra e Sal

by | Jan 8, 2020 | LISBON, RESTO, Travel

Stuck Between a Rock and a Salt. We’ve been here several times, and no matter what time of year, time of month, or time of day — it’s always been a super delish experience.  To the point that as soon as the meal is finished, we think about the next...