The restaurant Mariñeiro in Ponta Delgada, is a current and exquisite distilled this space, decorated with images subject to maritime theme, where you can find the perfect intersection between the Galician gastronomy and the Azorean cuisine with a modern twist. This is the third restaurant of Chef Vicente Quiroga. The sea view complements the scenario, already quite pleasant. Let yourself conquer by tapas, but also by the dishes of fresh fish and seafood, such as Mussels in Galicia in escabeche, potatoes bravas, marinated tuna, scallop Peregrina Gratin with Iberian ham or grilled Prawns. The restaurant has its own nursery. Other …

The castro de Medeiros, also called Cabeço dos Mouros, is located between monte da Corujeira and Christian Carambos and is about 3 kilometres from the Centre of the village of Montalegre. Is a town surrounded by two rows of walls and a deep moat. The outer wall is visible from the South and west sides, about 2 metres wide, whose interior is filled with Earth and stone girl. At some points in the vast mountains, forks where are still visible some tears. On the West side there is a jumble of stone, from the collapse of the wall. On the …

It initially belonged to the Order of the Temple and passed, in the reign of King Dinis, to the Order of Christ. It is one of the main monuments of national architecture, where all the aesthetic stages, from the 12th to the 18th century, are profusely documented. The Cloister of King João III stands out, the main Cloister of the Convent of Christ, considered the most monumental and beautiful work of the Renaissance, carried out by the architect Diogo de Torralva. Also noteworthy are the Cloister of Washings and the Cloister of King Henrique, which date back to the first …

Although it is thought that this town, located on the bank of the River Soure, dates back to pre-Romanesque times, only Roman remains have been found in the region. In the XIV century it was already a very populated town, having been granted a new charter in 1513 by Dom Manuel I. In fact, Vila Nova de Anços would only cease to be the county seat in the 19th century (1836). The architectural heritage includes the Manueline pillory (Property of Public Interest), the Paços dos Duques de Cadaval with Gothic remains, the Cruz do Santo Cristo (18th century), the parish …

In one of the highest parts of the Francisco Gomes Square, where there's a garden with a view to a small marina, one can find the Arco da Vila (Village Archway), which is the entrance to the old Faro inside the medieval walls. Above the walls, one can see the small chapel of Our Lady of the Ó. Following the Município Street one reaches a nicely proportioned square where the see is to be found. It's worth to look attentively at the Bishop's Court with its rooftops shaped like scissors. As you stroll along the streets by the walls, you …

Mountain Hotel built from scratch, fully integrated in the landscape, living in harmony with nature, the H2otel is located in Unhais da Serra, near the Serra da Estrela Natural Park. It has 90 rooms, of which 17 are suites and duplex suites, very spacious and with a very sober decoration. The restaurant and bar, in addition to good food, have a privileged view, in which stands out the glacier Alforta. The Spa, now transformed into Mountain SPA Aquadome, offer a wide range of treatments. The hotel has an area of congresses and meetings with several rooms adaptable to the type …

One of the "links" of Portuguese golf, considered among the 10 best courses in Portugal. He gained international notoriety by hosting two European Tour events. Located just 20 minutes from Porto's International Airport and close to Póvoa de Varzim, a lively summer city, built along three kilometers of beautiful coastal dunes, offering stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Designed by Portuguese architect Duarte Sottomayor, it is a typical Scottish style "links", with the difference that the grass used is Bermuda. Two large lakes give it more beauty, but it can get very demanding when the wind blows. Erratic exit shots …

The Vinum restaurant integrates the imposing and historic caves Grahams, 19TH century. The best of the traditional cuisine of the Douro, Trás-os-Montes, the Minho and the Atlantic Ocean: Samosas de Moura and Apple, grilled Sausage with peppers, grilled fish of lota de Matosinhos and many old cow of Trás-os-Montes are the proposals of the Vinum restaurant, whose kitchen is in charge of Celme Teixeira. These traditional dishes, added a touch of innovation inspired by the most important references of the international cuisine, in order to offer a unique dining experience, as the Tartar Steaks, roast beef, Foie Gras Mi-Cuit or …

The restaurant La Terraza is located at Grande Real Villa Italy Hotel Spa in Cascais &. The restaurant offers a magnificent view to the sea, along with a kitchen full of flavor, well presented and with very competitive prices. At entrances, reference to the marinated mackerel fillets with pennyroyal Pomodoro, while in the main, among others, include the salmon tataki with grilled courgette and tomato paste; and the Roasted Pork Loin with Bacon and a stew of Fava Beans, chestnuts and scallions. Folders and risottos are also part of the offer. The atmosphere is cozy and informal with a professional …

The old area of Coimbra is characterized by narrow and steep streets that lead to the top of the hill, where the city was born. This tour begins at the Ferreira Borges Street, where the Almedina arch draws the boundaries of the old city. Climbing the Quebra Costa Street ladders, on the left you will find the Arch and the Palace Sub Ripas, from the XVI century, with a renaissance façade, a work of João de Ruão. Further ahead, the Anto Tower marks the memory of the poet António Nobre (1867 – 1900). In the middle of the slope, be …