LISBON / Santa Clara 1728 Hotel

LISBON / Santa Clara 1728 Hotel

by | Mar 6, 2017 | LISBON, PORTUGAL, Travel

Local architect Manuel Aires Mateus has transformed this former 18th century home into a quiet, nirvana-esque hotel of only 6 suites nestled among some of Lisbon’s most prized attractions and monuments.  With the Pantheon, the Feira da Ladra, and the...
LISBON / Tábuas Porto Wine Tavern

LISBON / Tábuas Porto Wine Tavern

by | Jan 2, 2017 | LISBON, PORTUGAL, RESTO

Tucked away off the main shopping district in the center of Lisbon, Tábuas Porto Wine Tavern offers traditional Portuguese tapas paired with vintage Portguese wines, specializing in Port labels that go as far back as 40 years.  Set in an old wine cave, the decor...
LISBON / Chapitô

LISBON / Chapitô

by | Dec 9, 2016 | LISBON, PORTUGAL, RESTO, Travel

Chapitô is non-profit and non-governmental organization for development, promoting professional training in the performing arts, including their well-known Circus school. Located just below the walls of the São Jorge Castelo, Chapitô is like a mini-village of terraces...
LISBON / Taberna Moderna

LISBON / Taberna Moderna

by | Nov 29, 2016 | LISBON, PORTUGAL, RESTO, Travel

The idea behind Taberna Modern is all about sharing — both dishes, and a fusion of Portuguese and Spanish cuisine.  Each dish is designed to be shared between 2 people and with about 30 dishes on the menu, it’s really hard to choose.  Set in a...
LISBON / x-rated at PENSAO AMOR

LISBON / x-rated at PENSAO AMOR

by | Nov 19, 2016 | LISBON, PORTUGAL, RESTO, Travel

Initially when you enter Pensão Amor form the high street of  Rua do Alecrim (which leads to the prestigious area of Chiado), you immediately think that this is a throw-back to 20th century Paris: red velvet sofas, chandeliers, a cornucopia of small framed...