Returning to Portugal and Seeing the Changes
Thoughts on returning to Portugal, seeing the changes, and researching a historical novel that takes place there in 1966.
Why Haven’t I Covered Shopping in Lisbon?
New and cool shopping destinations in Lisbon, both neighborhoods and stores, including one of my favorite independent bookstores.
Richard Lachmann’s 2015 Dining in Lisbon
Reviews of innovative, traditional, and specialized Lisbon restaurants, along with dessert places including an unexpected reunion.
Richard Lachmann’s Dining in Lisbon, 2014 Edition
Richard Lachmann updates his popular "Dining in Lisbon" blog post with reviews of new restaurants and old favorites.
Lego Fan Event Lisbon
A description of the LEGO Fan Event in Lisbon in April 2014, along with photos of elaborate models of cities and castles.
Trendsetter and Hipster’s Guide to Enjoying Lisbon
In Portugal it's easy for visitors to enjoy special events and become part of the life of the country, as we found at a 10-day fish festival.
Return to Portugal: Not a Garret…But a Great Location Anyway
I arrive in Portugal and reflect on the legend of the Adamastor in the Lusiadas and the warm welcome that I have received in Lisbon.
A Portuguese Visitor
A Portuguese visitor speaks at the University at Albany about the current crisis in Europe and invites us back to Lisbon.
Dining in Lisbon: A Guest Post by Richard Lachmann
My husband's take on the food in Portugal.
