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Meals are colourful at Bica do Sapato

Restaurant review: Bica do Sapato

Dine among Portugal’s fashionistas, and marvel at their ability to maintain size-zero frames despite the treats on offer.

The deluxe rooms are individual bungalows

Hotel review: Choupana Hills Resort and Spa

Be seduced by the exotic luxury of this unique retreat – the perfect place for an unforgettable romantic getaway.

Xôpana uses local ingredients with an oriental twist

Restaurant review: Xôpana

For Portuguese dining with an oriental twist, try this gourmet restaurant at one of Madeira’s chicest hotels.

Restaurant review: Quinta da Bela Vista

Eat in a dining room that oozes the old-style grandeur of an English country home, located on sub-tropical Madeira.

Hotel review: Quintinha de São João

Relax at a deceptively laidback hotel that feels like a home from home, with plenty of luxury for good measure.

Winter Golf In Portugal

With over 55 18-hole courses now open, golfers are spoilt for choice.

Golf Looks To The Future

Portugal is green-lighting more quality golf developments.

The Last Kabbalist of Lisbon

Book review: This novel is the first of three books about an extended Jewish family living in Portugal.

Turning Portuguese

Wine merchant Nick Oakley, 48, tells how his decision to specialise in the wines of Portugal led to a steep learning curve...

A Taste of Portugal in the UK

Are you missing the real taste of Portugal? We show you which Portuguese restaurants in the UK let you relive those holiday memories...

The Art of Fine Wine

Roger Green steps back in time at a Portuguese manor house in the Minho where the English owners make you feel like one of the family.

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