Economy · CultureFrom Math Student to Pastry Pioneer: Bringing Pastéis de Nata to NYC
Lisbon grad Manuel Portugal launched Nata NYC, importing Portuguese butter, hiring bilingual staff and turning pastéis de nata into a staple for NYU students.
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CultureAlcoutim Launches Free Friday Music Lessons for Rural Algarve Kids
Alcoutim funds free Friday music classes for public-school children in rural Algarve. Save on tuition and enrol easily—reserve your spot in Portugal’s newest community arts programme.
Culture · National NewsScholar’s Death Leaves Portugal’s Post-Colonial PhD Candidates in Limbo
After Maria Paula Meneses’s death, dozens of post-colonial PhD projects in Portugal are suddenly without supervision or funding. See key deadlines and new support options.
Culture · TourismLoulé’s €2 Superhero Carnival Fuels Algarve’s Winter Economy and Charities
Join Loulé’s Feb 15–17 Superhero Carnival—€2 tickets aid Algarve charities and winter tourism. Enjoy 13 floats, 600 performers and an 80k-visitor economic boost.
Economy · CulturePortugal’s Book Sales Rise 6.9% in 2025, Led by Kids’ Titles and Coloring Craze
Portugal’s book market grew 6.9% in 2025 as children’s titles and adult coloring books surged. Stable prices and local livrarias point to steady growth—learn more.
Culture · EconomyPortugal’s February Book Picks: Manuel Alegre, Limited Editions & Award Winners
Explore Portugal’s February book lineup: Manuel Alegre’s new poetry, rare limited editions and translated award-winning novels hitting stores. Pre-order now.
Culture · National NewsPorto’s Livraria Lello Wins Monument Status: New Funds, Stable Tickets, Crowd Limits
Porto’s Livraria Lello is now a national monument, unlocking EU grants, keeping the €10 fee steady and limiting visitors—plan your trip while slots last.
Culture · PoliticsParis Honors Portuguese Legacy with New Jardim Mário Soares Park
Paris City Hall renamed a 20th-arrondissement park Jardim Mário Soares, celebrating Portuguese democracy and deepening France-Portugal ties. Metro 11 Télégraphe.
CultureGrito Coffee Gallery Brings Specialty Roasts and High Art to Almada
Grito Coffee Gallery: Specialty Coffee & Art in Almada