Follow Anabela as she orders various cuts of meat from the butcher.
Ida ao Talho
Going to the Butcher's Shop
Dividir para Conquistar
Divide (and) Conquer
Ricardo and Ana go to the supermarket together to buy groceries. Will dividing up the tasks make the shopping trip go faster?
Learn Portuguese by Cooking
How about a lesson that ends in a tasty reward? For all you omnivores out there, let’s explore some vocabulary in context for different types of meat, vegetables, and other ingredients with these family contributed by one of our team members and his mother. Thanks Eduardo and Fernanda! 🙌 Learn the vocabulary in the ingredients […]
Diário de Uma Quarentona VI
Quarantine Diary VI
A woman decides to start an exercise plan to make room for all the food she plans to eat. These days stuck at home are making it impossible to resist the temptations of homemade Portuguese cuisine!
Ouro Líquido… ou Azeite?
Liquid Gold... or Olive Oil?
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!
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.
Diário de Uma Quarent(o)ena IV
Quarantine Diary IV
A woman reflects on her experiences in quarantine as she begins another morning.
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?
A Páscoa
Easter
Easter is widely celebrated in Portugal as a time for the family to get together and enjoy an abundance of delicious food. Learn more about the history of the holiday and how it is observed today.
A Reclamação da Lúcia
Lúcia's Complaint
Lúcia has a problem with a cake she bought, so she returns to the shop to file a complaint!
A Lista de Compras
The Shopping List
Paulo and Rute are taking stock of the food and supplies they have in their kitchen. Time to make a shopping list! As you follow along, notice how the word “há” from the verb “haver” is used in different contexts.
A Avó e as Plantas
Grandma and the Plants
Grandma is cooking a delicious meal that makes her grandson wonder how she makes her food so tasty!
No Supermercado
At the Supermarket
Susana is at the supermarket buying groceries to make food with Maria. On her way to the checkout, she calls Maria to make sure she got everything they need for their snack!
A Peixeira
The Fishmonger
Mário goes to the fish market to buy some fresh fish for his lunch!
Alguém Pediu uma Francesinha?
Did Someone Order a Francesinha?
Are you a fan of the Francesinha? Discover what makes this iconic Portuguese dish so delicious!
A História de Amor da Avó Odete
Grandma Odete's Love Story
Before we usher in the New Year, Avó Odete wants to wish you a (belated) Feliz Natal! Recorded on Christmas Eve, Rui’s grandmother reminisces about how she met her husband, and shares her latest crochet projects with her fans. You’ll also learn the names of several traditional sweets and other food served during the holidays.
O Bolo Rei Tradicional
The Traditional King Cake
There’s a story behind Bolo Rei, a colourful cake that is always present at Christmas Eve dinner. Discover the meaning behind each component of this festive treat!
Ninguém Quer Esparguete Doce
Nobody Wants Sweet Spaghetti
‘Tis the season… to spread misinformation about the origins of Christmas and Santa Claus! In this special holiday episode, Rui and Joel explore the food and other traditions of Christmas in Portugal, while featuring one of our latest Shorties, “a Consoada“. Boas festas a todos! 🎄
A Consoada
Christmas Dinner
Christmas dinner is a sumptuous meal that brings the whole family to the table for socialization and celebration. Learn more about the treats and traditions of Christmas Eve in Portugal.
Doces Deliciosos
Delicious Sweets
António and Marta meet up and decide to go to a pastry shop. Learn the names of some common Portuguese sweets!
À Busca de Doces
In Search of Sweets
Maria has an unusual craving for sweets, so she decides to create her own candy!
A Lasanha Da Isabel
Isabel's Lasagna
Isabel invites Tiago over for dinner. Will one lasagna be enough?
Um Bom Restaurante
A Good Restaurant
Natália and Pedro decided to enjoy a nice lunch together. Find out what they ordered!
Na Pastelaria
At the Pastry Shop
Luís and Manuel are having breakfast at a pastry shop on a Monday morning. Follow along as they order drinks and sweets and pay the bill.