Explore fascinating international events, celebrations, and cultural phenomena from around the world. All through the lens of learning European Portuguese. From Saint Patrick’s Day to Eurovision, and global awareness days to quirky curiosities, these posts offer insights, Portuguese language practice, and engaging audio content to expand your knowledge while improving your skills. They also highlight how these days are celebrated in Portugal.
This year, for International Women’s Day, we celebrate the achievements of remarkable women in Portugal. It is a day to recognise the contributions of women in society, culture, literature, music, and politics. In this short A1 reading lesson in European Portuguese, you can learn about three important Portuguese women: Follow along with the text to … Read more
Did you know that sugar packets in Portugal often feature fun sayings, cultural expressions, or historical facts? This series features Global Heroes and Visionaries. There are 12 in total but I have only found a few in total! If you find one (or a different series) please share it with me here or on FB! … Read more
Thanksgiving might not be a Portuguese tradition, but Portugal has its own way of honouring the harvest season through local festivals in September and October. These events showcase our country’s rich agricultural heritage, with local produce, wine, and traditions taking centre stage. However, as more Americans choose Portugal as a place to live or visit, … Read more
Do we celebrate Halloween in Portugal? In this free advanced Portuguese lesson, discover the unique traditions and cultural nuances! What you’ll learn in this video: Here, you’ll find more information about All Saints’ Day and Halloween in Portugal. Want to take your learning even further? 📚 Get access to the exclusive PDF with written exercises, … Read more
A Blend of Tradition and Catholic Influence Olá pessoal! Ever wondered how Halloween is celebrated in Portugal? As someone with both Irish and Portuguese heritage, I find this topic fascinating. When I moved to Portugal with my parents in 1990, Halloween in Portugal was unknown here. Over the years it gained popularity among children but … Read more
On the 26th of August, we celebrate World Dog Day! This special day is dedicated to our beloved four-legged friends. But did you know that Portugal has a rich canine culture worth exploring? I know that in many foreign circles, there is mostly the opinion that dogs are mistreated in Portugal. I wish I could … Read more
Every year no dia 17 de Agosto, we celebrate Black Cat Appreciation Day. In Portuguese, we call it O Dia do Gato Preto. I had known of this date before but didn’t know why it existed. The reason was eye-opening for sure. This event has its beginning in the United States but has since spread … Read more
Every year, on the 8th of August, we celebrate World Cat Day, also known as International Cat Day. This special day came about in 2002 by the International Fund for Animal Welfare to pay tribute to the most popular pet in the world – the cat. A Second Celebration Interestingly, people love cats so much … Read more
Hello, language enthusiasts! As we approach the 10th of June, we celebrate Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities. It’s a perfect time to appreciate how our language has influenced the world. One fascinating way to see this impact is by learning about Portuguese words in other languages. Portuguese Words in English Banana: Did you know … Read more
Olá a todos! Today, I want to take you on a journey through one of Portugal’s most cherished celebrations, O Dia da Criança. As a teacher who loves to weave Portuguese culture into language lessons, I find this holiday a perfect blend of fun and learning, especially if you have a young family. A Bit … Read more