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The Yeatman – A Luxurious Wine Hotel in Porto

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

WOW: The Cultural District, Porto

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…

Michelin Starred Restaurants Porto, Portugal

Mira Mira by Ricardo Costa, Porto, Portugal

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

Golden Catch – WOW: The Cultural District

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&#8217…

Douro Valley Wine Region, Portugal

Douro Wine Region -Quinta da Soalheira, Portugal

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…

Torrié Porto - walk through the industrial factory

Torrié: A Trusted Portuguese Coffee Brand

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…

Toupeirinho Restaurant - Matosinhos, Porto

Toupeirinho Restaurant – Matosinhos, Porto

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…

Best places to eat in Porto, Portugal - where do the locals eat

Daniel Restaurante – Rio Tinto, Porto, Portugal

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…

Madeira Tourism

Exploring the Natural Beauty of Madeira

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

Quinta do Furão – Madeira Restaurant with Views

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…