Discover practical tips and insights for living in Portugal while improving your European Portuguese. This category covers daily life topics such as housing, transportation, shopping, healthcare, and navigating Portuguese bureaucracy. Ideal for learners and imigrants/expats, these lessons help you understand real-life Portuguese language, customs, and culture, so you can communicate confidently and adapt smoothly to life in Portugal.
Cozido à portuguesa, a quintessentially Portuguese dish, bursts with intense flavours, combining various meats and vegetables. It’s typically accompanied by plain rice. This dish is traditionally eaten for Carnaval (Fat Tuesday). Ingredientes – 4 Pessoas | Ingredients – 4 People Preparação | Preparation 1 – Lave bem as carnes e coloque-as numa panela de pressão. … Read more
Whether you are a Portuguese language learner, a new resident or an adventurous tourist exploring this enchanting country, it is crucial to inform yourself about Beach Safety in Portugal. Portugal’s coastline offers a world of adventure, and by equipping ourselves with knowledge and prudence, we can revel in its beauty while safeguarding against potential hazards. … Read more
Are you ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the Cascatas de São João in Porto? If you’re visiting this vibrant city during the São João festivities, you’re in for a delightful treat. The Cascatas de São João, intricately crafted miniature structures, are a sight to behold and an integral part of the … Read more
Buying bacalhau can be a little daunting if you’re not sure what you should be looking for. The shops have shelves filled with different types of bacalhau, different cuts and different formats (whole, packaged and frozen). o bacalhau (the codfish) If you know what Bacalhau Recipe you’re cooking will help tremendously in choosing what cut. … Read more
Olá pessoal! On the 31st of May, we gather to honour a special occasion – Siblings Day in Portugal. This day warms the hearts of siblings all over the country. irmãos (brothers) and irmãs (sisters) come together to celebrate their lifelong connections, reminiscing and expressing gratitude for their unique bond. Join us as we explore … Read more
Ever wondered what lamb in Portugal is? What’s it called and how old is it? It’s not just borrego! In this post, I’ll walk you through some aspects of the different stages. Firstly, you’re probably familiar with the term borrego 🐑 because that’s what you see in butchers and on restaurant menus. But there are … Read more
This year Spring in Portugal (a primavera) and in the northern hemisphere starts on the 20th of March. During spring, the days become longer, sunnier and warmer. The flowers and butterflies paint the fields in fountains of colour. The swallows and house martins arrive and the orange trees burst into bloom with their delightful aroma … Read more
The processionary caterpillar in Portugal is the pine processionary Thaumetopoea pityocampa. It’s a defoliating insect, which can parasitize pines and cedars. It’s called the processionary because of the way the stage 5 larvae move when descending from their nests to burrow in the ground to pupate. They move in a line resembling a procession. Growth … Read more
Father’s Day in Portugal is observed on the 19th of March. This day was chosen because it is also St. Joseph’s Day – the Patron Saint of Fathers. Is Father’s Day a Public Holiday? Father’s Day in Portugal is not a public holiday, so shops and services will function as normal. Origin of Father’s Day … Read more
Although the right for women to vote has been achieved, on the 8th of March, we celebrate International Women’s Day in Portugal to remember the achievements of women who, throughout history, have fought for their rights and against prejudice. Regardless of national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic or political divisions. The Date The date is not … Read more