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The Door – Porto, Menu & Review Monica Tindall Right in the centre of the historic district in Porto, The Door brings good times, great food and delicious drinks to visitors and locals alike. Despite being in the heart of the action, this is by no means a “t…
Casa de Vila Nova – Vinho Verde, Portugal Monica Tindall Hopefully, you’ve noticed that I’ve been diving deep into Portugal’s wine culture and recently became hooked on Vinho Verde and its suitability for the Southeast Asian market. …
Octant Douro – A Luxury Property in the Douro Valley Monica Tindall Octant Douro Hotel is a tranquil and luxurious retreat situated on the banks of Castelo de Paiva, Portugal. Its location provides guests with a sanctuary where the chaos of everyday life me…
Raiva Restaurant – Octant Douro Hotel Monica Tindall Located in the picturesque Douro Valley, Raiva restaurant honours the traditions and produce found along the iconic Douro River. Despite its name being rooted in the Portuguese word for “anger,̶…
The Yeatman – A Luxurious Wine Hotel in Porto Monica Tindall Perched gracefully on a hillside overlooking the meandering Douro River and the historic city of Porto lies The Yeatman, a luxurious wine hotel that has won numerous awards for its wine list, rest…
WOW: The Cultural District, Porto – World of Wine, Portugal Monica Tindall WOW: The Cultural District in Porto, also known as World of Wine, is a multi-faceted cultural destination that opened in 2020. Housed in the charming town of Vila Nova de Gaia, just a…
IN.FI.NI.TU.DE Wine Dinner -The Yeatman, Portugal Monica Tindall Weekly wine dinners with Portugal’s premium producers are nothing short of what you’d expect from a hotel with the acclaim of “Best Hotel Wine List in the World!” The Y…
Mira Mira by Ricardo Costa Monica Tindall Mira Mira, the brainchild of esteemed Chef Ricardo Costa, is a culinary treasure housed in World of Wine (WOW): The Cultural District in Vila Nova de Gaia. Chef Ricardo Costa, renowned for his innovative approach to Portu…
Golden Catch – WOW: The Cultural District Monica Tindall Golden Catch is an excellent seafood restaurant in the main square of Wow: The Cultural District in Porto. Offering both alfresco dining and an air-conditioned glass-walled indoor area, it’…
Douro Wine Region – Quinta da Soalheira, Portugal Monica Tindall Look at the header photo. Were you thinking, “Wow, those Asian rice terraces look dry?” The successive steps along the slope could easily be mistaken for parts of Asia. However…
Vinho Verde & Why It’s the Perfect Wine for Southeast Asia Monica Tindall Vinho Verde, the renowned Portuguese wine region located northwest of the country, is celebrated for its distinctive, young, and refreshing wines. Characterized by its hilly …
Torrié Coffee – Portugal Monica Tindall As a self-confessed javaphile, I’ve had the fortune of visiting several coffee plantations and roasting facilities around the world. However, most I’ve what I’ve seen have been smalle…