Snoooow day! Crossclimate 2: Approved!
January 15, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Snoooow day! Crossclimate 2: Approved!
Summer Strike. The surge of isekais reflects on society's collective fatigue. We're all tired. Who doesnmt want a reset in this rat race? To see someone actually what we're longing for, do things we wanted but feared - earn less so we earn more time, and ultimately, be truly happy. Catharsis. 8.5
January 7, 2026 at 2:53 AM
Summer Strike. The surge of isekais reflects on society's collective fatigue. We're all tired. Who doesnmt want a reset in this rat race? To see someone actually what we're longing for, do things we wanted but feared - earn less so we earn more time, and ultimately, be truly happy. Catharsis. 8.5
Our Unwritten Seoul. For a Slice of life this didn't have a scene that's dragging. Nothing over the top, everything's too real. And anyone will find a piece to connect with, as everyone's struggling in their own way. Hope we all learn to be selfforgiving and find the healing we all deserve. 9.5
January 7, 2026 at 2:44 AM
Our Unwritten Seoul. For a Slice of life this didn't have a scene that's dragging. Nothing over the top, everything's too real. And anyone will find a piece to connect with, as everyone's struggling in their own way. Hope we all learn to be selfforgiving and find the healing we all deserve. 9.5
Bacalhau com natas and bacalhau à Lagareiro. Manteigaria pastel. Yum!
Everything we had was great. Food like everything else always included tax, prices are cheaper than Toronto's ane best of all, tips aren't mandatory. What's not to like? Probably the fact that we couldn't bring home pastels.
Everything we had was great. Food like everything else always included tax, prices are cheaper than Toronto's ane best of all, tips aren't mandatory. What's not to like? Probably the fact that we couldn't bring home pastels.
January 1, 2026 at 10:23 PM
Bacalhau com natas and bacalhau à Lagareiro. Manteigaria pastel. Yum!
Everything we had was great. Food like everything else always included tax, prices are cheaper than Toronto's ane best of all, tips aren't mandatory. What's not to like? Probably the fact that we couldn't bring home pastels.
Everything we had was great. Food like everything else always included tax, prices are cheaper than Toronto's ane best of all, tips aren't mandatory. What's not to like? Probably the fact that we couldn't bring home pastels.
Just before new year's, we dined at 10pm somewhere near the shore. Again, I was shocked - it was the best salmon I've ever had all my life. A huge belly portion, grilled to perfection. Juicy, succulent and buttery. Also got fish soup and calamari. Wish I could just always get fresh seafood anytime.
January 1, 2026 at 10:13 PM
Just before new year's, we dined at 10pm somewhere near the shore. Again, I was shocked - it was the best salmon I've ever had all my life. A huge belly portion, grilled to perfection. Juicy, succulent and buttery. Also got fish soup and calamari. Wish I could just always get fresh seafood anytime.
This one I can't forget. Just a small family resto at Cascais, we got carbonara and it wasn't traditional Italian, and grilled fresh sardines. I have never eaten sardines that good in my life. I'd eat it everyday if only.
January 1, 2026 at 10:05 PM
This one I can't forget. Just a small family resto at Cascais, we got carbonara and it wasn't traditional Italian, and grilled fresh sardines. I have never eaten sardines that good in my life. I'd eat it everyday if only.
Posta de bacalhau assada no forno com grelos e batataninhas and steak. Unfortunately, while cheaper in Portugal, Toronto's steaks are just next level.
January 1, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Posta de bacalhau assada no forno com grelos e batataninhas and steak. Unfortunately, while cheaper in Portugal, Toronto's steaks are just next level.
Pataniscas de bacalhau, camarão frito. Couldn't forget how it took more than an hour for food to arrive but all was well as food was as expected, deliciosa.
January 1, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Pataniscas de bacalhau, camarão frito. Couldn't forget how it took more than an hour for food to arrive but all was well as food was as expected, deliciosa.
Burras c/ migas de tomate, vazia c/ molho de manteiga e presunto, cocumelos em molho de amendoim. And a complementary bottle of basil flavoured liqueur. We were reminded that everything is for sharing.
So far this has been my fave so we're remembering it - Taberna Sal Grosso Évora
So far this has been my fave so we're remembering it - Taberna Sal Grosso Évora
January 1, 2026 at 9:51 PM
Burras c/ migas de tomate, vazia c/ molho de manteiga e presunto, cocumelos em molho de amendoim. And a complementary bottle of basil flavoured liqueur. We were reminded that everything is for sharing.
So far this has been my fave so we're remembering it - Taberna Sal Grosso Évora
So far this has been my fave so we're remembering it - Taberna Sal Grosso Évora
Arroz de pato - duck rice and steak at a random resto which turned out to be famous for having gluten free options which is rare in the city. Also was starting to see a trend with small restos being normally understaffed and orders taking a long time to get served.
January 1, 2026 at 9:43 PM
Arroz de pato - duck rice and steak at a random resto which turned out to be famous for having gluten free options which is rare in the city. Also was starting to see a trend with small restos being normally understaffed and orders taking a long time to get served.
At Timeout, I was misheard and got this Pastéis de Bacalhau com Arroz de Tomate, which apparently is common fare here. Not complaining, it was really good. If only I could say that to food courts in Canada and the Phils.
January 1, 2026 at 9:39 PM
At Timeout, I was misheard and got this Pastéis de Bacalhau com Arroz de Tomate, which apparently is common fare here. Not complaining, it was really good. If only I could say that to food courts in Canada and the Phils.
I ate pastéis de nata at least thrice a day against the general advice of any health professional but how could anyone not?
January 1, 2026 at 9:34 PM
I ate pastéis de nata at least thrice a day against the general advice of any health professional but how could anyone not?
Not counting hotel breakfast as it's standard fare across three municipalities - buffet with eggs, bacon, mushrooms, breads, fruits, cheeses. Would've loved fish but they don't do peixe for brekkie.
Petiscos with presunto, bacalhau and Chouriço. Part of our gastro tour.
Petiscos with presunto, bacalhau and Chouriço. Part of our gastro tour.
January 1, 2026 at 9:31 PM
Not counting hotel breakfast as it's standard fare across three municipalities - buffet with eggs, bacon, mushrooms, breads, fruits, cheeses. Would've loved fish but they don't do peixe for brekkie.
Petiscos with presunto, bacalhau and Chouriço. Part of our gastro tour.
Petiscos with presunto, bacalhau and Chouriço. Part of our gastro tour.
It's our last night. Will miss this place but we really miss our babies more. Time to talk about food. I guess we weren't off to a good start when we came as we ordered bitoque from a deli near our first hotel. It was exactly what it said in the description - beef ot chicken, fries, rice and egg.
January 1, 2026 at 9:21 PM
It's our last night. Will miss this place but we really miss our babies more. Time to talk about food. I guess we weren't off to a good start when we came as we ordered bitoque from a deli near our first hotel. It was exactly what it said in the description - beef ot chicken, fries, rice and egg.
Worst time to be in Lisbon is Dec 31st-Jan 1st. Museums, castles, stores are closed. Bonus when the weather's dreary. Guess when we're actually here. 😅
Not all too bad but wished at least the supermarkets are open.
Not all too bad but wished at least the supermarkets are open.
January 1, 2026 at 9:16 PM
Worst time to be in Lisbon is Dec 31st-Jan 1st. Museums, castles, stores are closed. Bonus when the weather's dreary. Guess when we're actually here. 😅
Not all too bad but wished at least the supermarkets are open.
Not all too bad but wished at least the supermarkets are open.
We just wanted to check what they planned for midnight and ended up seeing multiple fireworks shows over the Atlantic from our high vantage point. Hope the new year can bring unexpected pleasant surprises like this.
January 1, 2026 at 2:43 AM
We just wanted to check what they planned for midnight and ended up seeing multiple fireworks shows over the Atlantic from our high vantage point. Hope the new year can bring unexpected pleasant surprises like this.
Ola 2026, from Cascais
January 1, 2026 at 1:06 AM
Ola 2026, from Cascais
Had a lot of pains this year, and I wasn't alone. Even today, I couldn't even wish people back home a Happy New Year. Nonetheless, I pray everyone gets better, and comes out stronger and on top of whatever life brings this 2026. And yes we reaaaaallly miss our babies already. Be home soon!
December 31, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Had a lot of pains this year, and I wasn't alone. Even today, I couldn't even wish people back home a Happy New Year. Nonetheless, I pray everyone gets better, and comes out stronger and on top of whatever life brings this 2026. And yes we reaaaaallly miss our babies already. Be home soon!
Cascais. The idyllic scene of what I used to imagine growing up and reading on European small fishing town culture. I know it's pretty much shifted to a tourism economy but still...
Not much to do but to soak up the sights. Cold and water's cold rn and I imagine how bad it could get during summer.
Not much to do but to soak up the sights. Cold and water's cold rn and I imagine how bad it could get during summer.
December 31, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Cascais. The idyllic scene of what I used to imagine growing up and reading on European small fishing town culture. I know it's pretty much shifted to a tourism economy but still...
Not much to do but to soak up the sights. Cold and water's cold rn and I imagine how bad it could get during summer.
Not much to do but to soak up the sights. Cold and water's cold rn and I imagine how bad it could get during summer.
Where computational photography still shines.
December 31, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Where computational photography still shines.
Boca do Inferno. My cam couldn't properly expose so switching to video 😅
December 31, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Boca do Inferno. My cam couldn't properly expose so switching to video 😅
Last leg. Got to Cascais after a long journey from Évora. A huge change of pace to a sunny seaside town. First impressions when we went for an early morning walk - damn it's so fucking nice out here! Felt like a better Carmel by the Sea. Roads made for people and cyclists, not for cars!
December 31, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Last leg. Got to Cascais after a long journey from Évora. A huge change of pace to a sunny seaside town. First impressions when we went for an early morning walk - damn it's so fucking nice out here! Felt like a better Carmel by the Sea. Roads made for people and cyclists, not for cars!
Capela dos Ossos literally Chapel of Bones. These are actual people before and honestly it didn't feel as creepy as I thought it'd be. A memento mori, and people even wanted to have their bones in there.
December 31, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Capela dos Ossos literally Chapel of Bones. These are actual people before and honestly it didn't feel as creepy as I thought it'd be. A memento mori, and people even wanted to have their bones in there.
Wine tasting at Ervideira. Went through a long ride thru the Alentejo countryside and saw endless farms of almonds, cork trees, grapes, olives. Would've loved to drive myself. Might seem that I enjoyed it more but the wine tasting was also excellent esp the food pairings and the host's dark humor.
December 31, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Wine tasting at Ervideira. Went through a long ride thru the Alentejo countryside and saw endless farms of almonds, cork trees, grapes, olives. Would've loved to drive myself. Might seem that I enjoyed it more but the wine tasting was also excellent esp the food pairings and the host's dark humor.