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12 February 2021 ● 3 minutes

Portugal is known more for its sunny sights, luscious beaches, and warm vacations, but our small country is exceptionally diverse in terms of scenery. Three or four hours by car…

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Jacquard Fabrics: The History and How They Came to Be

15 July 2020 ● 3 minutes

Have you ever wondered what is the difference between jacquard fabrics and all other fabrics? Have you ever touched the embroidery and marveled at the incredibly precise patterns? Every jacquard…

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The Makings of Portuguese Azulejo

19 June 2020 ● 3 minutes

As one of the key aspects of Portuguese cultural identity, Amalia Home Collection tries to bring the aesthetic sensibility of our forebears to every product. There is a distinctive Portuguese…

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Mindful Quotes About Hope From Portuguese Authors

04 June 2020 ● 2 minutes

Words can lift our spirits, even when we don’t expect it. As we are living unprecedented times it is important to take care of ourselves mentally, physically, and emotionally. Amalia…

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Getting Out of Lisbon Part 2: Sintra

31 March 2020 ● 3 minutes

Lisbon is a gorgeous city that you could spend months exploring. Nevertheless, Portugal has so much to offer, and there are so many truly gorgeous sights to explore that we…

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5 Portuguese pastries that aren’t custard tarts

02 March 2020 ● 3 minutes

We love pastéis de nata! They are one of the crown jewels of Portuguese cookery, and they have become a true global icon. But Portuguese pastry tradition is rich, storied,…

How To

How to perfect your home’s interior design

02 March 2020 ● 3 minutes

You could always hire a professional, but sometimes the look and feel of your home can be too personal to hand off to somebody else.

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The Five Most Stunning Bookstores in Portugal

04 February 2020 ● 4 minutes

Portugal has an undying love for both books and architecture. The Portuguese language is one of the ten most spoken languages in the world, and despite being a small country,…

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Day Trips from Lisbon Series: Queluz

30 January 2020 ● 3 minutes

Lisbon is the capital of Portugal, so when most people visit they never make it out of the city. We are very much in love with our country and want…

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10 Unique Guest Bedroom Ideas

13 December 2019 ● 5 minutes

Make the most of your spare bedroom as a getaway for your houseguests this holiday season. From luxury bedding to basic amenities, when relatives are staying over you want them…

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