There is something nostalgic about crossing the doors of Maison Albar – Le Monumental Palace. Perhaps it is simply my tendency to romanticize historical buildings with Art Deco traces, or maybe it’s…

There is something nostalgic about crossing the doors of Maison Albar – Le Monumental Palace. Perhaps it is simply my tendency to romanticize historical buildings with Art Deco traces, or maybe it’s…
Our followers know very well of my fascination about “bubbles” and the charm and versatility that good champagne can bring to a moment! I could name a series of houses and wines…
At the beginning of 2019, we went to Paris once again, the city that fulfils our soul (and our stomachs as well!). But this time we didn’t want to just see Paris…
A few months have passed since our last visit to Douro, however, it’s always good to notice that any excuse is good to return! Even more when returning to a riverside paradise – Six…
The Monte da Ravasqueira, very near to Arraiolos, is a project by the José de Mello family, that has been focusing for decades in developing a unique property, 3000 hectares of a…
In a time when the launch of the 2016 edition of Chryseia is for sure being prepared, it’s impossible not to say a few words about one of Douro’s greatest wines, even…
A sunny and warm morning in Porto was the preview of a nice trip to Douro, but not just any visit, a trip in a historic train, once used by kings, dictators,…
Some articles sin for being late, but at a month from the 2018 stars revelation, and since this year everything is very quiet as to the names that get or maintain stars…
Since its opening, Antiqvvm, has been the stage to a wide range of themed dinners, where Vitor Matos chooses an ingredient or invites another chef with whom he shares his kitchen. One…