Author Archives: Todd C.

But first a confession. The main focus of today’s post will be my visit to the Museu Nacional do Azulejo (The National Tile Museum) a relatively flat walk along or near the Tejo of about three-and-a-half kilometers each way from …

In recounting my previous extended stay in Lisboa, a substantial section of one post was essentially a paean to Organic Maps. It works offline without tracking the user and it was almost universally more efficient than the more common alternative …

When I First Saw You. On my walk near the river the previous Thursday I passed a building I’d previously seen and made mental notes to visit because I was intrigued by its exterior, its name, and its contents. I …

And make me aware of being alive. Although their flight left a bit later in the morning than my family’s had, K, P & I said our goodbyes Tuesday night and when I awoke Wednesday morning not only was I …

In these food related posts, I hope you’ve been surprised to learn how the Portuguese brought tempura to Japan and Vindaloo to India and you’ve met some typical Portuguese preparations such as bifanas and alheira. A few more remain. Good …