What are the best places for bike rental in Porto?

Although Porto is a city notoriously inclined, the tendency to use bicycles is increasing. From the occasional bike rides, to…

Sara Riobom
April 6, 2016

Porto by Pedro Abrunhosa, a famous pop musician from Porto

Pedro Abrunhosa needs no introduction. From a classical education he plunged into Jazz currents to emerge years later as king of…

Sara Riobom
March 28, 2016

The story of Mercado Ferreira Borges in Porto

I already wrote about Mercado do Bolhão, the centenary market of Porto where all tourists head to. That article was…

Sara Riobom
March 14, 2016

Why is camellia the flower of Porto?

Although camellias are originally from Southeast Asia, from countries stretching from China to Japan, in Porto they found themselves at…

Sara Riobom
March 8, 2016

What is the oldest church in Porto?

Maybe you already read my article about the most beautiful churches in Porto, but today I am going to tell…

Sara Riobom
February 28, 2016

Why are Port wine cellars in Gaia?

To answer question I made a video (actually it is the first video of Portoalities, I am over the moon!…

Sara Riobom
February 22, 2016

Are there children bookstores in Porto?

After letting you know where are the best activities in Porto for families with kids and the best family restaurants…

Sara Riobom
February 17, 2016

These are the best second-hand bookstores in Porto

In addition to my article about the best bookstores in Porto and the only children’s bookstore that sells Literature in…

Sara Riobom
February 17, 2016

Street art in Porto with a local artist

Graffiti, street art, urban art; the borders are diluted between these recent forms of art, that coexist in perfect harmony…

Sara Riobom
February 9, 2016

The history of the fire boxes in Porto

Imagine that your house is on fire. There are no social networks, no internet and not even telephones with which…

Sara Riobom
January 25, 2016

What is the highest point in Porto?

I already told you where are the best views over Porto, and today I am sharing with you what is…

Sara Riobom
January 18, 2016

What is the sweet of Porto?

I already explained you how to pick a Port wine, unveiled the secret of Francesinha and even told you the best…

Sara Riobom
January 12, 2016

Why are there so many skylights in Porto?

I never thought about the skylights of Porto, ignorant of their silent presence during the day-to-day life, when the clock…

Sara Riobom
December 28, 2015

Why are Portuguese obsessed with cod?!

As strange as it may sound, the story of codfish is intimately connected with the history of Portugal. Behind this…

Sara Riobom
December 21, 2015

Where can I buy good chocolate in Porto?

In my daily to do list is the consumption of dark chocolate. Fortunately, there are many places to buy high…

Sara Riobom
December 9, 2015

What is the meaning of the Portuguese ceramic swallows?

Andorinhas, andorinhas… their delicate, flowery name immediately makes me think about the first Spring days, when the sun timidly shines…

Sara Riobom
December 2, 2015

Why is Dark Street, in Porto, called that way?

For me, it’s beyond interesting to study the streets of Porto. Silent witnesses of time, they were rarely given random…

Sara Riobom
November 26, 2015

Ultimate Guide to Understanding Port Wine

When you visit Porto you’ll probably want to take a bottle of Port wine to impress your dearest ones back…

Sara Riobom
November 16, 2015

The story of Bolhão market in Porto

When I write a story I always think how I can bring people into it: I impersonate the life of…

Sara Riobom
November 13, 2015

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