Michelin-star legend Michael Deane: Restaurant Trends 2026
You might not immediately recognize him strolling through Vale do Lobo, but behind Michael Deane’s relaxed smile is one of Northern Ireland’s most respected chefs. For thirty years he stood at the very top of gastronomy, awarded with a Michelin star and invited to judge at the World’s 50 Best Restaurants…
Portuguese Coffee Culture: Bica
Starting your day in the Algarve with a steaming bica isn’t just a treat for the senses—it can actually lift your mood. A recent study from Bielefeld University shows that morning coffee has a strong positive effect on happiness and energy levels.
Making restaurant reviews in the Algarve. Why I Love What I Do: Brainpower! (Column)
Every time I sit down at my laptop or visit a restaurant, beach, or little town, something switches on in my brain. I observe, taste, listen, and turn it all into words. It gives me a kind of brain kick – as if I’m feeding my mind with fresh energy. You could call it my personal form of “brain training.”
Michelin Bib Gourmand Portugal 2025 – I’m angry. Angry at Michelin – Column
Does Michelin not take Portugal seriously? Do their inspectors skip the Algarve altogether? Anyone who lives here knows: the region is full of places that deliver everything a Bib Gourmand stands for – honest food, affordable prices, and unforgettable evenings…
Top 20 Bib Gourmand Restaurant list Algarve
We created our own Top 20 Bib Gourmand Algarve 2025 – a curated list of restaurants where you can enjoy outstanding food at a fair price. Mains between €15-€ 20…
Bib Gourmand Portugal 2025 | Complete Michelin Restaurant List by City
Discover all 28 Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants in Portugal 2025. Full list by city – Lisbon, Porto, Braga, Coimbra, Setúbal, Madeira & more. Affordable Michelin dining made easy.
Michelin Bib Gourmand Portugal 2025: Winners Across Portugal, But Not Yet the Algarve
Discover the best Bib Gourmand restaurants in Europe. Affordable Michelin dining, cozy evenings out & value-for-money food are reshaping fine dining in 2025.
When Is the Best Time to Visit the Algarve, Portugal?
The Algarve in southern Portugal is one of Europe’s top destinations. With more than 300 days of sunshine per year, golden beaches, and charming towns, the real question isn’t if you should go, but when is the best time to visit the Algarve …
Weather Summer Algarve 2025 : The Hottest and Driest in 94 Years
👉 Summer 2025 was unforgettable. For beach lovers, it was paradise. For locals, they missed some rain… But whether you visit in the peak of summer or in the growing spring and autumn seasons, the Algarve continues to deliver its unique mix of sun, sea, food, and lifestyle.
Why are Michelin-starred restaurants closing? – And 5 Ways They Can Survive
Michelin restaurants are closing as costs soar. Discover why fine dining is collapsing and the creative strategies chefs use to survive in 2025 and beyond.