Tiesto in Albufeira, Algarve

“Tiësto”, one of the world’s top DJs, will be performing his magical electronic mix at Albufeira’s Praia dos Pescadores in a free event that is sure to attract thousands of partygoers.

Last year’s event, where Bob Sinclair performed on the same beach, attracted 80,000 plus. And this year, Tiesto with his international following, has the possibility to attract that many people again in Praia dos Pescadores as a free event.

Tiësto in Albufeira
Date: August 10, 2008
Time: 10pm
Location: Praia dos Pescadores, Albufeira
Cost: Free event “open to all”

About Tiesto
Tiësto is the artistic name of Tijs Verwest (born on the 17th of January of 1969). He is a musician and trance DJ from The Netherlands and one of the most famous DJ’s of today. More about Tiesto on Wikipedia.

Diana Krall Albufeira Concert

The incredible Jazz artist, Diana Krall will be performing live in Algarve’s Marina de Albufeira on Tuesday, July 29th.

Diana Krall Algarve Concert

A musical sensation from Canada and four time musical vocalist of the year, Diana Krall’s voice is best described as colorful, engaging and inviting.

We’re excited to hear her perform live classics such as Fly me to the moon, the look of love, S’ Wonderful and many more.

Diana Krall Albufeira
Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Location: Albufeira Marina
Cost: 30 Euro
Tickets: fnac, Worten and www.ticketline.pt

Garage Band Contest - Abril Bandas Mil, Olhao

Ever dreamt of being a RockStar?

If you’ve ever secretly played air guitar in your room or dreamt about actually having a band perform on stage, well you might just get your chance this April. If your air guitar has turned into a real guitar or any instrument for that matter, the city of Olhao along with the Associação Movimento Juvenil (MOJU)/ Youth Movement of Olhao is sponsoring a contest for “garage bands” called “Abril Bandas Mil”. Giving garage bands of all types the opportunity to jump on stage and make their dream a reality. Read more

Allgarve 2008 - Concert List

Hot off the press- Algarve Summer Concerts!

The first concert listings for this summer have been announced. We love Jazz, so looks like we’ll be sipping something cool and listening to something even cooler, with this summer’s line up of incredible artist!

July 29th: Diana Krall - Marina de Albufeira

August 9th: Vanessa da Mata - Lake Resort, Vilamoura

August 16th: Camané, Mário Laginha & David Fonseca - Tivoli Almansor, Carvoeiro

August 29th: Mariza & Guests - Vale do Lobo

ALLGARVE JAZZ FESTIVAL

July 4th: Lucky Peterson - Portimão

July 5th: Herbie Hancock - Loulé

July 6th: Maria João & Mário Laginha - Fortaleza de Sagres

July 11th: Dee Dee Bridgewater - Golfe da Balaia, Albufeira

July 12th: Manhattan Transfer - Portimão

July 13th: Patti Austin - Sítio das Fontes, Lagoa

Marias da Malhadinha – Portuguese Table Wines

A couple of weeks ago we attended the Lisbon Wine & Food Show with the gang from Adegga. Not only did we have a great time, but also got to try some really incredible Portuguese wines. As expected, there were wines from all over the country, varying in taste and budgets.

Marias da Malhadinha

What impressed me the most was the diversity of the Portuguese wines -Vinho verdes, whites, reds all the way through ports, madeiras, etc. The selection of Portuguese wines is truly dynamic, impressive and makes me proud. So, it’s really a shame that formidable wines like these are not better known outside the country. The most popular Portuguese wine I remember in my travels abroad has consistently been Mateus Rose, although a nice commercial wine, it’s a pale comparison to the serious contenders we have nationally. Like Marias da Malhadinha, Palacio da Brejoeira, Cortes de Cima Reserva, Marques de Borba Reserva - these are pure heaven, and just a few of the many hundreds of Portuguese reds. Read more

Portimão Hosts Opera Nights

Portimao Opera Nights The city of Portimão is hosting a fantastic event for Opera fans from October 16th to October 27th. This will be the first Opera Festival to be held outside Teatro Nacional e Carlos in Lisbon, which is Portugal’s top opera house.