Portugal Confidential

06/01/2026

In Lisbon, a city full of polished sushi counters, Kureiji Izakaya stands out for doing things differently.
This lively Cais do Sodré spot delivers exceptional Japanese cooking without the stiffness. Add DJs, neon art, and late-night energy, and you’ve got one of Lisbon’s most fun places to eat right now. See more at link in comments...

02/01/2026

Planning your program to reset and reenergize for the new year? The Integrated Therapies at Vila Vita Parc, utilizing ICOONE®, INDIBA® and HYPOXI® treatments, promote skin rejuvenation, body contouring and targeted weight management. Designed to enhance inner and outer body wellness and beauty.

Integrated Wellness Therapies at Vila Vita Parc in the Algarve include thoughtfully designed programs for skin, body and weight loss.

17/12/2025

Lisbon’s newest luxury hotel doesn’t announce itself — and that’s exactly the point. Set within a 19th-century mansion in Lapa, Tarabel Lisbon is a serene, design-driven retreat created by French interior designer Rose Fournier. With just nine suites, private gardens, a swimming pool, and a guest-only restaurant overlooking the Tagus, it’s one of the city’s most elegant new addresses.

At Tarabel Lisbon, it’s refreshing to find a luxury hotel that’s so discrete, there’s not even a name plate beside the front door.

16/12/2025

Looking for last-minute Christmas gifts—or simply a festive place to celebrate the season? From December 19 to 21, Vila Vita Parc hosts an elegant Christmas Market at the VLife Shops, bringing together upscale fashion and lifestyle boutiques, gourmet delights, holiday treats, mulled wine, and live entertainment. Set in the resort’s charming Piazetta, this three-day event is the perfect blend of sophisticated shopping and Christmas cheer in the Algarve. See more about VLife shops in the links below.

11/12/2025

Chef Olivier da Costa’s newest Lisbon restaurant, Mimi, Curated by Yakuza, elevates omakase to a dazzling level. Guests are seated around an intimate counter for a 12-course journey curated nightly by sushi master Alex Hatano. Expect artistry, technique, and a finale you won’t forget: a wagyu pastrami sandwich topped with caviar. Find out more in link in comments....

10/12/2025

How about something special to celebrate the holidays in the Algarve? Vila Vita Parc has curated a full month of activities, 6 December to 6 January. Their "Paradise in the Parc" program is packed full of workshops, treatments, experiences, fun for kids...and, of course, glamorous Christmas eve and day, and New Years eve and day dinners. Click to check out the brochure of activities.

Come celebrate Christmas and New Years at Vila Vita Parc. There is a full program of activities, workshops, markets and fine dining.

04/12/2025

Wonderland Village debuts this Saturday the 6th in the Market Square at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve. Get into the holiday spirit with a Christmas market, Santa's Corner and seasonal treats. Open from 3:00 to 7:00. Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:30. Free screening of "Home Alone" in the ballroom at 7:30. It's free to enter. Eats and drinks available for purchase. Visit Wonderland Village every Saturday afternoon in December.

Every Saturday in December, you are invited to the Wonderland Village at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve. It's a winter experience filled with fun.

02/12/2025

It's one of the largest nativity scenes in Portugal. The Persépio Gigante in Vila Real Santo António has over 6000 pieces across a 240 square meters. You can visit everyday through 6 January. Learn more in the link in comments below...

24/11/2025

As you probably know, Guia Repsol awards "Sols" ("Suns") to restaurants of high-caliber cuisine. But, NOW, for the first time, Repsol has awarded "soletes" ("small suns") to the very best "everyday eateries" across Portugal. The are 285 food spots--from cozy cafés and pastry shops to tapas bars, gelatarias, restaurants, kiosks, and wine bars. Click to see if your favorite spot is on this honored list.

Guia Repsol, the distinguished gastronomic guide, has unveiled its Soletes awards in Portugal, spotlighting 285 everyday eateries

17/11/2025

It's 10 days away! If you're in the Algarve on 27 November, you'll want to be at Tribulum Algarve for Thanksgiving dinner. A full set menu of traditional favorites. Limited seats remain.

It's Thanksgiving Algarve. 27 November 2025, at 19:00 presented by Portugal Confidential at Tribulum Restaurante in Almancil.