Another spectacular meal at a local restaurant. Last night it was a multi course degustation with wine matching at a Michelin starred restaurant. Extraordinary anda bit Emperors New Clothes to be honest, with a price to match. Ah well, it wasn’t as if I had any firm plans to retire anytime soon. Continue reading “Lisbon September 28 – day trip to Sintra”
Lisbon September 27
At dinner last night we were introduced to another classic Portuguese dish that I can’t believe I haven’t tried before: pica pau. Continue reading “Lisbon September 27”
A note on Fado
I wrote a lot today but I completely forgot to describe our Fado night last night. Continue reading “A note on Fado”
Lisbon September 26
More heavy rain this morning. Continue reading “Lisbon September 26”
The streets of Lisbon
Simon finally fessed up in London that he’s no good with maps. Continue reading “The streets of Lisbon”
Lisbon 25 September
Lisbon September 24
Another early start for a foodie walking tour Rita had organised. Continue reading “Lisbon September 24”
Italy to Portugal September 23
An early start for a big day, leaving Italy for Portugal, a country I have never before been to. Continue reading “Italy to Portugal September 23”
Europcar Citroën thoughts
We’ve dropped off the hire car so just writing down some thoughts. Continue reading “Europcar Citroën thoughts”
Baveno September 22
We ate last night at an old converted post office. It was more upmarket than the pub we ate at the night before , but still mostly for locals. Continue reading “Baveno September 22”