Diogo is in a bad mood and just wants some breakfast. Unfortunately, everywhere he goes seems to be closed. Listen for regular -ir verbs in the present tense throughout the story, including abrir, desistir, vestir, and decidir. Remember, they’re conjugated with almost the same endings as regular -er verbs!
Eu Só Queria Tomar o Pequeno-Almoço
I Just Wanted To Have Breakfast
A Ilha do Pico
Pico Island
Learn about Pico, one of the beautiful islands of the Azores and home to the highest peak in Portugal.
Being a Vegetarian in Portugal
What’s it Like to be a Vegetarian in Portugal? In a country of meat and fish-lovers, many wonder if it’s easy to be a vegetarian (or a vegan) in Portugal. As you may have realized, much of traditional Portuguese cuisine is very meat-centric. Many of these dishes are tied to the history and traditions of […]
O Roubo do Caril
The Theft Of The Curry
Practice the imperative mood as Carlos tries to keep up with Sara’s cooking instructions!
Compras Para a Passagem de Ano
Shopping for New Years Eve
A mother and son make a shopping list for their family New Year’s celebration.
The 2020 Holiday Party
We wrap up 2020 with the spotlight on our members from all over the world, as they describe their favourite traditional holiday foods and drinks. You’ll also get to meet more of the Practice Portuguese team (with an appearance from Avó Odete), while our set (and post-rum-cider Joel) start falling apart. A huge “obrigado” to all […]
Tipos de Farinha
Types Of Flour
A customer asks a grocery store employee for help finding the right kind of flour.
Na Reforma Agrária
At The "Reforma Agrária"
Listening Practice! Dona Rosa discusses her experiences selling crops at the farmer market, known to locals as the Reforma Agrária. This name is based on the Agrarian Reform which came about in Portugal following the 1974 Carnation Revolution. Through this reform, the government set up collective farms in the Alentejo region and gave subsidies to […]
Ordering a Beer in Portugal
Wine is clearly the most popular beverage in Portugal, but let’s not forget about !Ordering a draft beer in Portugal will typically cost you about 1€ – 3€ (or even less if you go with a bottle)!
Portuguese Cheese
Portuguese cheese is a frequently found on the table, both at homes and in the restaurants of Portugal. Slices of regional cheese and ham are often served together with bread, olives and pates as starters. Although today there is a huge variety of cheeses and most are made on an industrial scale, traditional cheeses are […]
As Papas De Aveia Da Avó
Grandma's Oatmeal
João asks his grandmother to teach him how she makes her delicious oatmeal.
Um Domingo Numa Mesa Portuguesa
A Sunday At A Portuguese Table
Teresa and her son Adriano enjoy their usual Sunday lunch together.
Fãs de Pão
Fans Of Bread
Vera and Duarte start getting hungry while discussing what they like to eat. Notice how the regular -ar verbs, such as ficar, precisar, gostar, comprar, apanhar, and chegar are conjugated throughout the dialogue.
Guide to Portuguese Fish
With almost 1000 km of coast (not even counting the islands) and at 200 km wide, it’s only natural that Portuguese cuisine contains an abundance of fish dishes. We are, after all, the country that eats the most fish per capita in Europe! The most emblematic Portuguese fish is , which has been part of […]
Pedir uma Cerveja
Ordering a Beer
Vitória goes out for drinks with her brother and a friend. Follow along as she orders beer in Portugal.
Hugo e Patrícia à Mesa de Jantar (ANIMATED!)
Hugo and Patricia at the Dinner Table (Animated!)
As dinner is served, Hugo reveals some unusual eating habits…
Comer ou Dormir, Eis a Questão
Eat or Sleep, That's the Question
Do you struggle with insomnia? Some believe that avoiding certain foods can make a huge difference in your sleep patterns.
O Que é Isso?
What is That?
Telma and Filipe practice their Portuguese skills at the dinner table.
Gustavo Aprende a Fazer Cheesecake
Gustavo Learns to Make Cheesecake
Gustavo’s mother teaches him how to make his favourite dessert.
Entre Marido e Mulher Não Se Mete a Colher
Don't Put a Spoon Between Husband and Wife
Tensions are running high as João and Alice arrive at a restaurant for their lunch reservation.
Uma Nova Pizzaria
A New Pizzeria
João and Bianca decide to try out a new restaurant for lunch!
Diário de Uma Quarent(o)ena VIII
Quarantine Diary VIII
A woman continues the healthy routines she established during quarantine and finds more ways to enjoy time with her boyfriend as restrictions slowly begin to lift.
Common Herbs & Spices in Portuguese Cuisine
Before we go any further, it’s best to explain the difference between and . Simply put, herbs are leaves while spices are seeds, bark, roots, and flowers. If you love food like we do, or want to understand the menu at a Portuguese restaurant, we think you’ll enjoy this guide to vocabulary for herbs and […]
Deixa-me Dormir!
Let Me Sleep!
Another day at home begins and Martim is already hungry and bored. Lara has to get creative if she wants to sleep in.