Olive oil is produced extensively in Portugal and has been an integral part of the history and culture. You’ll be surprised by the number of diverse uses for this precious oil. Here’s a longer Shorty for you (a Longy?) at about 8 minutes!
Ouro Líquido… ou Azeite?
Liquid Gold... or Olive Oil?
Os Animais De Estimação Da Isabel
Isabel's Pets
Who says dogs and cats have to be enemies?
Materiais de Construção
Construction Materials
César is doing some home renovations and stops by the builders’ merchant to purchase supplies.
Um Livro Para Uma Adolescente
A Book For A Teenager
Ana visits a bookstore to find a book for her teenage daughter.
Um Homem Desorientado
A Disoriented Man
Marco is lost! In more ways than one…
Viva o Português!
Hooray for Portuguese!
Adapted and translated from an article written by Lena Strang which was published in the latest issue of Tomorrow Magazine.
Lena Strang, originally from Finland, now lives in sunny Algarve. As a journalist for a community magazine, she has interviewed local people about their lives and researched intriguing histories behind abandoned buildings. These stories form part of two books available both in English and Portuguese: “Touching Lives/ Vidas que nos Tocam and Crossing Cultures / Culturas que se Cruzam.
You can connect with Lena and learn more about her work here.
Simone de Oliveira
Simone de Oliveira
Learn more about Simone de Oliveira, an iconic Portuguese singer and actress, who is known for her strength and boldness in the face of adversity.
O Reencontro
The Reunion
Cláudia and Tiago catch up after meeting unexpectedly in Lisbon.
Rio Tejo
Tagus River
Emerging from the mountains of Spain and flowing toward Lisbon, the Tagus River provides beautiful landscapes along its shores. Learn more about the longest river in Portugal!
Diário De Uma Quarent(o)ena V
Quarantine Diary V
Determined to make the most of another day in quarantine, a woman and her boyfriend prepare a delicious meal and “go out for lunch” on the balcony.
O Vício Do Café
The Coffee Addiction
With a long day ahead of him, a man stops by a coffee shop to get his caffeine fix.
Ladrão que Rouba Ladrão Tem Cem Anos de Perdão
Thief Who Steals From Thief Has 100 Years of Forgiveness
Leonel’s house was robbed! Or was it…?
Cristina Abre Uma Conta
Cristina Opens an Account
Cristina opens her first bank account in Portugal.
Diário de Uma Quarent(o)ena IV
Quarantine Diary IV
A woman reflects on her experiences in quarantine as she begins another morning.
Diário De Uma Quarent(o)ena III
Quarantine Diary III
A woman adjusts to a difficult new reality by developing a more peaceful way of life and appreciating the humanity of her neighbours.
Visitar a Ponta da Piedade
Visiting Ponta da Piedade
Learn more about Ponta da Piedade, a beautiful place to visit in the south of Portugal!
Liberdade em Portugal
Freedom in Portugal
The 25th of April is Portugal’s Freedom Day! Learn more about the revolution that restored freedom to the people of Portugal.
Cuidado com a Tempestade
Watch Out for the Storm
In the midst of a hurricane, the residents of a small town are facing one disaster after another. The streets are flooded and João’s house is on fire! A reporter is live on the scene to follow the events as they unfold. If only someone would get help…
Inês e Ricardo em Quarentena
Inês and Ricardo in Quarantine
Follow along as Inês and Ricardo search for something fun to pass the time at home. Please excuse the (not very) “punny” wordplay…
Um Vegetariano Improvável
An Unlikely Vegetarian
After questioning her eating habits, Carla announces to Pedro that she’s going to try out a vegetarian diet. Will she have the willpower to stick with it?
Cremilde e o RostoBook
Cremilde and "RostoBook"
Learn some useful vocabulary for using the internet as Vasco patiently helps Cremilde set up her first “Rostobook” account.
A Arte de Combater o Aborrecimento Durante uma Pandemia
The Art of Fighting Boredom During a Pandemic
Discover the art of fighting off boredom during a pandemic. Do you have any other tips to share?
A Arte de Fazer Exercício Durante uma Pandemia
The Art of Exercising During a Pandemic
No gym? No problem! Learn some new exercise-related vocabulary and get some tips for working out at home.
A Arte de Trabalhar em Casa Durante uma Pandemia
The Art of Working at Home During a Pandemic
Discover the secret art of working at home during a pandemic.