Oktoberfest returns to Vila Vita Biergarten in Porches this September
Germany’s iconic Oktoberfest comes to the Algarve with plenty of beer, dancing, and traditional Bavarian treats – September 18, 2025 Vila Vita Biergarten in Porches will once again host Oktoberfest, the end-of-summer event in the Algarve, bringing the festive atmosphere of Munich to the region, taking place from September 24 to October 5. The Biergarten, run by the luxury resort Vila Vita Parc, will recreate the traditional German...
Svetlana Bakushina Fusion Project concludes its acclaimed tour with a final performance this September
An unmissable evening of jazz, rock, world music, and dance marks the grand finale of the Algarve tour – September 17, 2025 Led by pianist and composer Svetlana Bakushina, the Svetlana Bakushina Fusion Project will conclude its acclaimed Algarve tour with a final performance on September 27, at 9.30 pm, at the Lagos Cultural Centre’s Duval Pestana Auditorium. Following a series of sold-out concerts throughout the region, the show will...
Lagos to renew its National Railway Museum Centre
Restoring Lagos’s historic railway heritage – September 16, 2025 Lagos City Council has approved an addendum to the Shared Management Agreement with the National Railway Museum Foundation – Armando Ginestal Machado, to speed up the rehabilitation of the Museum Centre and enable the community to access history and a long-awaited heritage space is the main goal of this new decision made jointly by the two organisations. Housed in the...
Sharing the story behind Silves’s iconic restaurants
Inside explores three traditional restaurants serving Portuguese cuisine – September 16, 2025 | Text Beatriz Maio | Photos Hélio Ramos Ponte Romana, Silves Steeped in culture, tradition and authentic gastronomy, Silves boasts a number of historic and iconic restaurants serving Portuguese cuisine where guests feel at home whilst savouring dishes that will stay with them forever. One of Portugal’s oldest towns and the capital of the...
Zest Bistro: Homemade meals and live music in Praia da Luz
This laid-back bistro unveils seasonal menu – September 15, 2025 | Inside Promotion Zest Bistro, Praia de Luz With a new autumn/winter menu adapted to the seasonality, ensuring the quality and excellence of its ingredients, the Zest Bistro in Praia de Luz welcomes diners in an elegant yet laid-back atmosphere. Open for 25 years under the warm hospitality of owner James Wright, this fun family restaurant stands out for its fresh,...
17th-century Ponta da Bandeira Fort set for restoration
Ponta da Bandeira Fort monument classified as a Property of Public Interest – September 15, 2025 Ponta da Bandeira Fort, Lagos Lagos City Council has signed a contract to strengthen the east façade of Ponta da Bandeira Fort, a 17th-century monument classified as a Property of Public Interest. The €149,307 project (plus VAT) must be completed within 90 days and follows a technical inspection by Cultural Heritage I.P., which confirmed...
Known for its artisanal liqueurs and spirits, Bagamel has just launched a new and unique gin
Celebrating the authenticity and cultural richness of the Algarve, Bagamel crafts a diverse range of drinks for every occasion and mood, designed to inspire and stir emotion – September 15, 2025 | Text Beatriz Maio It all began in 1976 when José Varela, a producer from Silves and a visionary for his time, turned his passion for medronho into a business. He decided to start producing spirits and created Bagamel – Sociedade Industrial...
Preserving Lagos’s legacy: 19th-century manor transformed into an elegant boutique retreat overlooking Meia Praia beach
Historic charm and contemporary design blend seamlessly at the new Água Hotels Lagos Bay – September 15, 2025 | Text Beatriz Maio | Photos BIMERING An ancient manor house in the historic centre of Lagos has been reborn as a boutique hotel with a unique design and stunning views of Meia Praia. The renovation was carried out with meticulous attention to detail, making the most of the opportunity to preserve the history, heritage,...
Boavista announces new €50 million hotel
Scheduled to be ready in 2027, investment will create 170 jobs – September 12, 2025 | Text Bruno Filipe Pires Construction is already underway on the new hotel of Quinta da Boavista – Empreendimentos Turísticos SA, under the aegis of the Emerson Group. During a presentation ceremony to official bodies and partners during the summer, architect and project manager Luís Nóbrega explained this will be a hotel “that reinforces Quinta...
A fresh start: Café da Olaria, beside Porches Pottery, is under new management
With painted tiles all around to see, the café feels like stepping into a magical place – September 10, 2025 | Photos Charlotte Cockayne/Open Media Group Café da Olaria, now under new management, has reopened its doors beside the iconic Porches Pottery, welcoming guests Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm and Saturdays from 10am to 3pm. Following a thoughtful renovation, the terrace, bathrooms, and bar have been refreshed, complemented...
