Around Ervedosa do Douro
02
Dec
A bag full of olives
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So, we can eat them. Or, after a certain process, dip your bread in it. It transforms your sauces and salads. It goes into your cakes, ...
17
Nov
Scythes in schist
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Agriculture in Douro has been following the rhythm of time. And, according to each time, equipment changes. There was a time when cerea...
15
Nov
A Poncha from Madeira Island
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The story around a poncha is long and rather interesting. It is one of those details that leads us to the thought: "Well, maybe we real...
15
Nov
Hiking in Douro Valley
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Some may say that the wonder of walking is the process. It is absolutely true. However, there are also moments when the arrival is an i...
15
Nov
Lisbon – Óbidos – Douro
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Óbidos is a nice place to stop when moving from Lisbon to Porto. There is plenty to see and taste. Ginja liqueur is one of the delicaci...
13
Nov
Autumn flavours
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If we search well, it is still possible to see chestnut trees in Douro valley. They are not so common as they used to be in the past. N...
13
Nov
Olive trees in Douro – a Mediterranean heritage
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Olive trees are oliveiras in portuguese. Olive oil is azeite. The two words have two different origens: greek and arab. It is the medit...
13
Nov
A supper in Douro
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Not the last one, fortunately. Routines in the valley are still pretty much set by nature and work. It was Summer, the morning work had...
13
Nov
What to do in the north of Portugal
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Portugal is a small country with plenty to offer. In the north of Portugal there indoor and outdoor activities, natural landscapes, hi...
11
Nov
How to get to Douro Valley
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One of the possibilities to get to Douro valley is by train. Leaving from Porto, there are some departures happening at different hours...