Made in Portugal: 30 sustainable Portuguese fashion brands
While I talk a lot about food, travel and tiles here, I’m also super passionate about sustainable Portuguese fashion and ethical brands that produce things here in Portugal. This small, highly-educated country is one of the world’s top 10 shoemaking countries and is pushing innovation in textile technology and clothing. But of course, it takes […]
Best Lisbon fado shows (that I’ve seen) & guide to fado restaurants in Lisbon
After slinking through the dark back streets of Alfama just after 11pm, we knocked on two large wooden doors, and a gruff face appeared. Fado? He ushered us inside the small space, straight to the dimly lit bar at the back. With a red wine in hand, we swivelled around to take in the space […]
Best Lisbon day trips for wine & food lovers
There’s no mistaking that Lisbon is an incredible food city, but some of Portugal’s most memorable meals can also be found outside the city limits. Within an easy drive (or train) from the capital, you’ll find fishing towns stuffed with great seafood, wine villages with sandy soils, a UNESCO city with its own regional cuisine, […]
Where to Find the Best Pastéis de Nata in Lisbon – 2026 Edition
How many pastéis de nata could you eat on a holiday to Lisbon? Our friend Jayden smashed 30 on his trip to Portugal, but I will say that not all of them were prime pastéis. The man was on a mission to eat at least two Portuguese custard tarts a day, picking them up from […]
Lisbon’s best beach day trips
A stone’s throw from Lisbon’s pastel streets lie cool surf towns, quaint fishing villages and some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. Pack sunscreen and a swimsuit and swap cobblestones and city buzz for soft sand and a slower pace of life with one of these Lisbon beach day trips. From glamorous Cascais to […]
48 hours in Guimarães
Welcome to the birthplace of Portugal. Step back in time with this weekend guide of things to do in Guimarães.
Best day trips from Lisbon for history lovers
While Lisbon is a history-lover’s dream to explore, some of Portugal’s richest stories lie just beyond the city limits. Within an hour or so, you can wander medieval walled towns, stand before Roman ruins, trace the path of the Knights Templar, or get lost among the turrets of pastel palaces. I’ve lived in Lisbon since […]
My 14 favourite Portugal trips (and beyond) in 2025
As another year draws to a close, I’m excited to share a new round-up of my favourite adventures across Portugal. This annual post has become one of the pieces I most look forward to writing – an excuse to rewind the past 12 months and finally tell a few stories from the cool corners of […]
Where to stay in Lisbon: Best neighbourhoods & hotels
Lisbon – it’s a city of cobbled streets, clattering trams, tiled façades, and surreal light that I currently call home. Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, choosing where to stay in Lisbon can feel a little overwhelming – not because of a lack of good options, but because each neighbourhood has its own personality. […]
What to wear in Portugal – packing list and seasonal guide
You’ll find stacks of advice on the internet covering what to wear in Portugal, but few are written by people who actually live there. I’ve been based in Portugal since 2018, living through every month and season many times over, so I can tell you exactly what to expect in spring or summer and the […]
Where to eat in Baixa, Lisbon: Local’s guide to the best restaurants, snacks and bars
If you’re someone who finds joy in food, then Lisbon’s Baixa (bye-sha) may be one of the trickiest places to eat well – but don’t fear, I have some great local tips. The capital’s flat, grid-pattern downtown neighbourhood is a place where time both zips by and stands still. Here you’ll find historic 20th-century taverns […]
18 best Lisbon day trips
From castles to the coastline and vineyards to villages, here are the best day trips from Lisbon.