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Toupeirinho Restaurant – Matosinhos, Porto Monica Tindall Ask any local where to go for seafood in Porto; the first answer is always Matosinhos! The coastal town lies just a short distance from Porto. It boasts some of the finest beaches and phenomenal res…
Daniel Restaurante – Home-style Portuguese Cuisine, Porto Monica Tindall One of the coolest things about hanging out with winemakers (besides fabulous company and great wine) is the “in” to restaurants that do both food and wine extraordi…
Exploring the Natural Beauty of Madeira – Top Things to See Monica Tindall Madeira is a Portuguese island in the Atlantic Ocean known for its verdant forests, dramatic coastline, and volcanic peaks. The island’s natural beauty is one of its biggest …
Quinta do Furão – Madeira Restaurant with Views Monica Tindall Madeira is certainly not short on views, and we are happy to take advantage of them at every meal. A table on the balcony of Quinta do Furão on the cliff top of Achado do Gramacho in Santana, on Madei…
Madeira Wine – Portugal Monica Tindall The enchanting island of Madeira beckons with its natural beauty and extensive cultural heritage. Also known as the “Pearl of the Atlantic”, Madeira offers rugged cliffs, lush mountains and breathtaking vi…
Terras do Avô Wines Monica Tindall In the scenic landscapes of Seixal, Madeira, we meet the Caldeira family and discover the beautiful story and wines behind Terras do Avô. Established in 2008 by Duarte Caldeira and his children, Sofia, Filipa, and Duarte, the wi…
Madeira Rum Monica Tindall The island of Madeira is known for its namesake wine, but its rum has also been gaining much attention in recent years thanks to strict production regulations and methods. Sugar cane cultivation and rum production date back to th…
Tipografia Funchal x Quinta do Sanguinhal – Wine Dinner Monica Tindall Hot off the heels of an incredibly delicious and informative tour of Lisbon’s Wine Region, we’re in Madeira for four nights. It seems good fortune is following us as our tr…
Quinta do Sanguinhal – Lisbon Wine Region Monica Tindall Quinta do Sanguinhal, in Bombarral in the Lisbon wine region of Portugal, is an inspiring destination for wine enthusiasts and history lovers alike. This unique estate, owned and operated by the Pe…
Dom José Restaurant – Bombarral Monica Tindall Located in Bombarral, in the wine region of Lisbon, Dom José Restaurant offers a memorable dining experience with traditional Portuguese family-style cooking and exceptional ingredients. The restauran…
Óbidos – Medieval Village, Portugal Monica Tindall Óbidos is a medieval village in Portugal, about 80 kilometres north of Lisbon. With its well-preserved historic charm and ancient city walls, Óbidos offers visitors a glimpse into the past. This quaint …
Quinta do Pinto Winery – Lisbon, Portugal Monica Tindall Quinta do Pinto winery, located in Alenquer, Portugal, is a family project rooted in a deep passion for wine and a solid connection to the land. The Cardoso Pinto family, with a lineage spanning five g…