Archive for December, 2009

Lisbon people: Sandra Guerreiro & her wonderful designs by reusing plastic bags

Sandra Guerreiro was born in Lisbon, where she still lives. Graduated in Fashion Design, she soon started to do what she really loves, reusing materials to other purposes, instead of designing clothes…

Starting with recycled paper, cardboard and other materials, ended up reusing plastic bags to create new bags, wallets, lamps, laptop cases and much more… Sandra’s Myspace

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Lisbon at Christmas time: kitsch, a giant tree, eco-decoration, lingerie and Maria & Jesus

In December, thousands of colourful lights decorate Lisbon. Portuguese people love ‘the most wonderful time of the year’, celebrating Christmas with a lot of X-mas kitsch. Everywhere you look you see blinking neon lights, Christmas markets and decorated shops. If you are a Christmas hater, maybe it’s a better idea to visit this fascinating city [...]

Superb seafood: Cervejaria ‘RAMIRO’, one of Lisbon’s best seafood restaurants, open on Sundays

Cervejaria ‘Ramiro‘ is not just a restaurant in Lisbon. If you look for superb fresh seafood at a really good price, this “Cervejaria” (litt. beerhouse) is the place to be! It’s always crowded and rather noisy, with tables full of locals, all having a great time. The atmosphere is loud and exciting. But if you [...]

Walking around: favorite places in Lisbon, dogs, beggars & Obama’s Portuguese Water Dog

There are lots of dogs in Lisbon, and most of them are quite happy…

“” Passeio o seu cão de saquinho na mão!” ‘Take your dog for a walk with a poop bag in your hand!”
I saw this funny poster near one of my favorite places in Lisbon,  Miradouro da Graça. a splendid viewpoint offering a [...]