Destination notes
Did you know there are more than 1,500 shoe factories in Portugal? I’m pretty obsessed with finding things made in Portugal, and I’ve dug deep to make this list of Portuguese shoe brands. Most factories are…
From classic styles to fashion trends, I’ve found a dozen women’s Portuguese shoe brands that offer premium quality for every occasion. This curated selection spans essential closet staples from butter-soft leather flats, statement platform sandals and…
While I talk a lot about food, travel and tiles here, I’m also super passionate about sustainable Portuguese fashion and ethical brands that produce things here in Portugal. This small, highly-educated country is one of the…
Porto is a gem for second-hand and vintage shopping. From hidden thrift shops to cool vintage boutiques, Porto’s segundo mão shopping scene throws up gold for those ready to bargain hunt. I’ve visited Porto probably more…
For more than 500 years the people of Redondo have dug their hands into the terra, digging up clay to make earthenware pottery with the heart and soul of the Alentejo. Both wine and pottery production…
I love meeting local artisans, watching them work, and hearing their stories. Here in Portugal, I regularly visit craft fairs and workshops to meet the people who work with their hands, often continuing a family trade…