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This week we shine a Spotlight on Sesil Home on Rua do Comercio in Almancil.
This shop is a bit of a hidden gem for home decor enthusiasts; its exterior has an elegant beach feel to it, but you won’t realise how big the shop is until you walk through it. It really is a multi-room wonderland of home decor. 

This week we visited Natura Garden Centre in Almancil, they stock the biggest collection of plants in the Algarve which is very impressive, they provide landscaping services, and have a pop-up restaurant nestled within the gardens in Spring & Summer months.

Adrienne & her little Dachshund Hubert appeared for today’s Spotlight to share some information about the dog care facilities in the Central Algarve, and some tips for travelling with your dog. The Algarve has a lot of fantastic amenities for pets, so if you are coming to Portugal with your dog, or already living in the area, we hope these tips will help!

The Easter Festivities are beginning in Quinta Do Lago and there’s loads to do this beautiful, sunny weekend!

The list of things to do in the Algarve is endless; we are so lucky to have incredible weather for lots of sports, outdoor activities, and relaxation here.

There is nothing like Portuguese cuisine, and Quinta do Lago is home to some of the best restaurants in Portugal! We feel truly lucky living here with so many genuinely incredible restaurants to choose from. You definitely don’t want to miss out on what this area has to offer.

A brand new Pretzel shop has opened in Loulé beside the market hall, just off the roundabout. @bom.pretzel is the only Pretzel stand in the Algarve, and actually possibly the whole of Portugal!

If you're visiting the Algarve region in Portugal and looking for a top-quality dining experience, be sure to check out 2Passos Restaurant in Praia do Ancao, Algarve. Minutes walk from Vale do Garrao and Quinta das Salinas, and a short drive from Varandas do Lago, Quinta do Lago, and Vale do Lobo.

This week I dropped into United Kitchens of India, the recently-opened Indian restaurant on the road from Almancil to Vale do Lobo, just past The Village. What an absolute treat! I love this restaurant because the food is really packed with flavour. 

Mrudula brought me into the kitchen to show me how the food is made, come see whit me !

This week we spoke with Karina, an interior designer who specializes in home staging for the purpose of house rentals & sales! Karina says the goal of home staging is to ‘create a dream of the Algarve’ for the potential home buyer.

This week we visited Tribulum Restaurant. They’re hosting a special Valentine’s Day Dinner menu this  Tuesday evening with welcome drink, starter, main course, and dessert.

Vendici is joining the Algarve Charity Cycle by Spinal Injuries Ireland this May and we’d love to you to participate with us! Whether you’re a leisure cyclist or an experienced cyclist looking to push yourself, everyone is welcome, including hand cyclists. Have fun in the sun from 14th - 20th May 2023.

Check our informative video!

It’s coming to that time of year when processionary caterpillars are commonly seen in Portugal. The lines they form can be quite striking, but take caution with these eye-catching insects! If touched, the bristles on their body can cause skin irritation, eye inflammation, and difficulty breathing in both humans and dogs.
Here are some points worth keeping in mind and sharing with others, especially for newcomers to Portugal who may not have happened upon them before.

The Vale do Lobo Christmas Market/Mercado de Natal is back today - with its fantastic selection of Algarve suppliers selling Christmas gifts, products, food, and drink. It’s a must-do day out coming up to Christmas if you live in the Golden Triangle area and are ready to get into the festive mood.

We have compiled a list of the Central Algarve restaurants in The Golden Triangle area which are open during the Christmas and New Years Season this year.