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Winter arrivals at Bomfim 1896 with Pedro Lemos

Winter arrivals at Bomfim 1896 with Pedro Lemos

Friday, 15 March 2024
Explore the latest winter novelties at Bomfim 1896 with Pedro Lemos! Discover the comforting dishes and carefully selected tasting options that highlight the authentic flavors of the Douro region.
March: the month of the "Dismantling of the Pig in Ventozelo"

March: the month of the "Dismantling of the Pig in Ventozelo"

Thursday, 14 March 2024
Cantina de Ventozelo, now under the leadership of new chef José Guedes, from Porto to the Douro, is launching an exciting gastronomic cycle from March. Committed to seasonality and Douro traditions, this month is dedicated to "Desmancha do Porco".
Grandes Escolhas Awards: Best wine of the year is from the Douro

Grandes Escolhas Awards: Best wine of the year is from the Douro

Monday, 4 March 2024
Grandes Escolhas chose the best wines of 2023. Douro, Bairrada and Távora-Varosa are the big winners.
Destinations, Spectacles and Essência: Wine & Travel Week Transforms Porto into a Wine Tourism Capital

Destinations, Spectacles and Essência: Wine & Travel Week Transforms Porto into a Wine Tourism Capital

Monday, 19 February 2024
From February 18 to 25, the city of Porto will be the epicenter of a week dedicated to wine tourism, wine and gastronomy during the second edition of Wine & Travel Week (WTW). This special event coincides with the twentieth anniversary of Essência do Vinho - Porto.
Lampreia Route goes up the Douro River to Cantina de Ventozelo

Lampreia Route goes up the Douro River to Cantina de Ventozelo

Thursday, 15 February 2024
On February 20, Cantina do Ventozelo is presenting a special menu as part of the Lamprey Route.
10th Soup Festival and Ranchos Meeting - Sernancelhe

10th Soup Festival and Ranchos Meeting - Sernancelhe

Wednesday, 14 February 2024
Promoted by the Municipality of Sernancelhe, the 10th Soup Festival and Ranchos Meeting 2024 will take place from February 16 to 18 at the Expo Salão.
Revista de Vinhos honors 'The Best of the Year 2023'

Revista de Vinhos honors 'The Best of the Year 2023'

Monday, 12 February 2024
João Portugal Ramos received the tribute, Juan Carlos Escotet was recognized as the 'Personality of the Year in Wine', Luís Cabral de Almeida received the title of 'Winemaker of the Year', and João Rodrigues was highlighted as the 'Personality of the Year in Gastronomy'. João Roquette was named 'Personality of the Year in Brazil', Quinta da Alorna received the award for 'Producer of the Year', Czar 2014 was elected 'Wine of the Year', Ferrugem won the title of 'Restaurant of the Year', and Marlene Vieira was acclaimed 'Chef of the Year'.
Excellence Awards in Revista de Vinhos: Best of the Year 2023

Excellence Awards in Revista de Vinhos: Best of the Year 2023

Wednesday, 7 February 2024
Revista de Vinhos is preparing to hold its prestigious annual awards ceremony, the Best of the Year 2023, in its 27th edition.
Cozy Refuges: winter coziness in Douro

Cozy Refuges: winter coziness in Douro

Monday, 15 January 2024
The Douro reveals a special charm on cold winter days. Here are a few options for refuges in the Douro, offering cozy stays, warmth by the fire and mesmerizing views.

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