Where to go vintage and second-hand shopping in Porto
Porto is a gem for second-hand and vintage shopping. From hidden thrift shops to cool vintage boutiques, Porto’s segundo mão shopping scene throws up gold for those ready to bargain hunt. I’ve visited Porto probably more than a dozen times, and each time I leave with at least a few new items for my wardrobe. […]
4-day itinerary for São Miguel Island, Azores
Crater lakes, steaming hot springs, gushing waterfalls, tea plantations, wild dolphins and rolling green pastures make the Azorean island of São Miguel feel like it’s from another world. I’m based in Lisbon and I’ve visited this island, which some describe as a cross between Ireland, Hawaii and New Zealand, three times to uncover new gems […]
Where to eat on São Miguel Island, Azores
São Miguel Island is a fun place to eat. From steaming stews pulled from volcanic earth and little sweet pineapples grown in glasshouses, to cheese counters that feel like theatre and the world’s largest gin collection, you’ll find plenty of foodie experiences that make this Azorean island unique. I’ve visited São Miguel – the largest […]
3-day itinerary for Terceira Island
Terceira might not be the most talked-about island in the Azores, but that’s part of why it’s such a great destination. Volcanic landscapes, green patchwork fields, UNESCO-listed Angra do Heroísmo, lava tubes, and unique local traditions (like bull runs and colourful Holy Spirit impérios) make the third largest island in the archipelago like nowhere else […]
Where to eat on Terceira Island, Azores
Like many of the Azorean islands, Terceira might have more cows than people. So, despite being surrounded by seemingly endless ocean and super fresh fish, Terceira Island’s signature dish is in fact a fragrant and rich, slow-cooked beef stew known as alcatra. Terceira Island’s food scene took me by surprise. Having visited São Miguel Island […]
10 perfect days in Portugal: A fast-paced classic itinerary
If you have 10 days to explore Portugal, this classic itinerary ticks off Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve. Sharing a 10-day Portugal itinerary on Olá Daniela is no easy task. Why? Because trip planning is such a personal experience. Whether someone has 7, 10, or 14 days in Portugal, I know from helping others that […]
Where to eat in Tomar: Best restaurants, cafés & bars
It’s not just Tomar’s monuments that are layered with history. Tucked down its many streets, you’ll find taverns from the mid-20th century still serving the locals, a bakery that invented sweets now famous across Portugal, and a Bauhaus café open ‘til 2am. If you’re visiting Tomar and are wondering where to eat dinner, grab a […]
9 places to visit in Portugal this summer
Summer in Portugal is a sun-drenched dream with long beach days and wall-to-wall festivals and events, where every esplanada (terrace) is filled with happy people enjoying the weather and a few (too many) Super Bocks. While summer is a fun time to explore Portugal, it is peak season, so the most popular places will be […]
Hotel Review: A weekend at Hotel Convento de São Paulo
Alentejo sunsets always feel a little unreal – like someone’s nudged the saturation just slightly too far. That warm evening glow was our welcome to Hotel Convento de São Paulo, a place that had felt like a myth in my mind. We arrived as the sun was dropping low behind the Serra d’Ossa, after a […]
Where to eat in Lisbon this summer: guide to the hottest tables for 2025
While you’ll always be able to eat well (even without a reservation) in Lisbon, if you’re chasing a seat at one of its buzziest tables, or want to revisit the beloved classics that locals still swear by – you’ll need to plan ahead. I’ve lived in Lisbon since 2018 and spent years as a food […]
Explore Redondo, Portugal’s best-kept pottery secret
For more than 500 years the people of Redondo have dug their hands into the terra, digging up clay to make earthenware pottery with the heart and soul of the Alentejo. Both wine and pottery production flourished in Redondo in the 19th century, and it continues to be the Alentejo town’s most important artisan craft. […]
Bottomless wine and secret cellars: Redondo’s tasca and talha trail
Hidden tascas, endless vinho, and the soulful chorus of Cante Alentejano – was it just another Saturday afternoon in the Alentejo? When I want to really feel the heart and soul of Portugal, I like to dash out to the Alentejo region. Here in the villages, dotted between olive groves and forests of cork oaks, […]