Around Ervedosa do Douro
A bag full of olives
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, ...
Scythes in schist
Agriculture in Douro has been following the rhythm of time. And, according to each time, equipment changes. There was a time when cerea...
A Poncha from Madeira Island
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...
Hiking in Douro Valley
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...
Lisbon – Óbidos – Douro
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...
Autumn flavours
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...
Olive trees in Douro – a Mediterranean heritage
Olive trees are oliveiras in portuguese. Olive oil is azeite. The two words have two different origens: greek and arab. It is the medit...
A supper in Douro
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...
What to do in the north of Portugal
Portugal is a small country with plenty to offer. In the north of Portugal there indoor and outdoor activities, natural landscapes, hi...
How to get to Douro Valley
One of the possibilities to get to Douro valley is by train. Leaving from Porto, there are some departures happening at different hours...