Tomorrow july 2015 edition

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A community newsletter for the western Algarve

JULY 2015

In this issue...

Community: Flying High with Roland Wennström

What's On: Praia da Luz Summer Sardine Festival

Business: Dolphin watching in style with Days of Adventure

Outdoor: The colours of Summer

And so much more...

Calling out to foodies burgers, kebabs, and bagels reminiscent of those from New York.”

There’ll be old VW’s that have been transformed into Caipirinha bars as well as a horse trailer that has been converted into a pizzeria and many more quirky offerings at the event in the Jardim da Constituíção, in the Avenida.

Around 15,000 visitors are expected to head to the first ever Lagos Street Food Fest which is being held at the beginning of July.

It’s the first time in Portugal that the event has ever been staged in the south and it’s causing great excitement amongst the locals and tourists alike.

The event co-ordinator, Maria Nobre de Carvalho, said: “There has been a huge amount of interest in the Lagos Street Food Fest and we are expecting up to 15,000 people to come from all over Europe.

“There will be about 30 food trucks in the town offering everything from bistronomique

No money as such can be used at the event, which takes place on July 3rd, 4th and 5th, so you will need to exchange euros for tokens called ‘foodies’. Simon from the Little Kitchen Co said: “We're excited to be participating in the Food Fest, this is our first festival! Street food, especially foreign options and food trucking isn't very developed in Portugal, so it's great to be part of that movement.”

Part of the money raised will go to the charity Vela Solidária which teaches disabled people to learn to sail. www.velasolidaria.pt Email lagosfoodfest@gmail.com for more details.

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Another busy month ahead and one of the hottest of the year.

I am extremely pleased to report the huge success of the first annual Tomorrow Masquerade Ball at the Tivoli Hotel on June 20th.

200 people attended this superb event and enjoyed the music of Ashlene, Wendy and Adam, the western Algarve choir and the tap and jazz group, followed by DJ Jimmy.

The Tivoli Hotel made it a memorable evening with their high standards.

Hearty thanks go to the principle organiser, Steven Sutton, who made this such a roaring success and many thanks to Luc St. John Webb our master of ceremonies and auctioneer who showed his skills as an orator and cool operator!

We are already planning the Christmas Ball on December 11th at Boavista so if you want to book your tickets please email Steven at stevensuttonportugal@gmail.com Thank you for your interest in the Railway Museum, it will be a slow process but one we have faith that we can achieve a result, thanks to local architect Antonio Marques who has already contacted the Railways Museum’s Authority.

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OTHER USEFUL NUMBERS:One of our new initiatives is to start a group called ‘LYNCUP’ for people to join and find new activities that encourage them to participate and find new friends through hobbies and pastimes. Email Tom on tom@tomorrowalgarve.com Let’s all have a great summer with family and friends. To contact me please call 919 918 733 and for editorial please email amber@tomorrowalgarve.com Best wishes, Tom and the rest of the team.

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Time for a Dive in the Algarve

By Lena Strang

Lena completing her scuba review

practice I think I’ve got it. At least I know I’ll be in safe hands.

Under water

Plunging into the depths of the waters off the Algarve coast, ready to explore the wonders of the deep…. yes, that’s going to be me. For a long while I have wanted to write about scuba diving here but really needed first hand experience. Not having dived for 15 years I am a little unsure about this particular venture.

‘Dive-Time’ centre in Lagos is the answer.

Prior to doing any diving, a scuba review has been arranged for me as my skills are bound to be somewhat rusty. The five star PADI centre has just moved into its new premises by the fishing harbour and I am taken in by the spanking new facilities. Jana Rengstorf, the cheery receptionist who takes down all my details, points out the advantages of the new venue, “Everything is efficiently organised with different functions kept separate.” I can see what she means.

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From the reception area and the wellstocked shop, I peer into the adjoining room separated by a glass partition, where wet suits are hanging up on rails and equipment is neatly stored. Stairs leading up to the second floor house two classrooms and a workshop. First impressions are positive.

29-year-old Chris Hansen, owner and instructor, is also there to greet me. Fit looking, with beard and unruly blond hair, he has a calm and friendly manner to soothe any jittery nerves. “For anyone who hasn’t dived for a long time we have a Scuba Review programme,” he explains,” This is for the client’s own safety. We go through skills and safety procedures.” He drives me to a large private pool nearby to brush up on my skills … buoyancy control, mask clearance, emergency ascents etc. Chris is patient throughout and after two hours of intensive

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Two days later I am back for the real thing. To my surprise Chris has decided that instead of the anticipated shallow shore dive I am ready for a wreck dive. The butterflies in the stomach make themselves known again and the shallow shore dive beckons. But I can’t really turn back now, can I? We are to dive on the Ocean Revival Park, a huge artificial reef, near Portimão where four ex-navy ships have been sunk. This was the dream of a Portuguese businessman, Luís Sá Couto from Portimão Subnauta Dive Centre, who eight years ago had the idea of making the Algarve a prime diving destination. The Portuguese government was persuaded to donate a flotilla of former naval vessels to create an underwater park. Assisted by Canadian Artificial Reef Trading Consultants (CARC) and the Portuguese navy, the first ship was sunk in October 2012 followed by another three shortly after. “The ships were cleared of any environmentally dangerous material and made diver friendly. They sit upright in the sand and are in perfect condition,” Chris says,” The park has added immensely to diving in the Algarve.”

Having assembled all our gear, I accompany another three divers along with Chris and Aaron, our instructors, on a short ride to the

Community... quayside where the dive boat is awaiting.

It’s hot and sunny with only a mild breeze – perfect for diving.

After a pleasant boat ride we arrive at the dive site and cast anchor. I can see the shoreline of Portimão two miles away in the distance. Being a protected zone it’s safely out of bounds for any fishing vessels.

Chris goes through the dive plan and outlines all safety aspects involved. My fellow diver Cathy Davis, an experienced diver from Dublin on holiday in Lagos, is impressed,” Wherever I dive I want to know about safety procedures and here I don't even have to ask. We know what to expect and are made aware of first aid kits and spare air tanks on board,” she tells me.

And then the countdown begins. Assemble the kit. Attach weight belts around the waist.

Attempt to get into the BCD (buoyancy control device jacket) with the air tank attached – luckily there are many helping hands to assist. Fins. Mask. Check air supply.

Chris, who will buddy me throughout the dive, helps with the final checks. A ‘giant stride’ from the back of the boat, holding firmly onto my regulator mouthpiece and mask, marks the beginning of the adventure.

Giant stride into the water

We descend slowly down the anchor rope and as we reach a depth of 20 metres, I can spot the corvette ‘Oliveira e Carmo’ as it emerges ghostlike in front of us. There are small particles floating in the water but through the haze I can see the structure of

the ship quite clearly. Amazing to think that a few years ago it was patrolling the seas above and now it’s stationary down below, creating a new world of wonder. It has given a home to many sea creatures. I see small triggerfish flitting about, big shoals of giltheaded bream, sea bass and sardines gliding past and the odd octopus giving us the eye.

Hidden in the crevices inside lurk plenty of lobsters.

And what of the wreck itself? Chris has kept my first dive simple and we don't go very far inside. But as we make our way along the middle of the ship, I can see large encrusted winches and anchor chains along with a number of capstans. In the engine room, the twin 12-cylinder engines with their pistons visible seem almost ready for action.

Curiously, the rear end of the ship has been shorn off, apparently victim to a heavy storm, and rests some 80 metres away on the sand.

With its helicopter deck it makes another interesting site to visit.

After lunch on board the dive boat – how can a cheese sandwich and a cup of tea taste so divinely? – we have our second dive. This time it is the frigate ‘Hermenegildo Capelo’.

The first thing that confronts you as you come down the anchor line is the enormous encrusted deck gun pointing straight at you.

Chris has obviously decided that we can be more adventurous and this time we do go into the interior. Although this wreck has been on the bottom less time than the first, the fish life is equally prolific.

Throughout both dives, Chris keeps checking on me constantly to make sure I am fine. And yes, I am very much ok. I enjoyed the dives and the feeling of moving effortlessly in a different fantastical world that I have been given the privilege of visiting. >> Continues on page 6

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Time for a Dive in the Algarve >> Continued from page 4 My dive companions are fulsome in their praise. Joachim, on holiday from Berlin, is a Master Scuba Diver and has done extensive wreck diving around the world. “I was very surprised,” he says, “The diving in the Park is excellent and compares well to any other wreck sites I have visited.” The dive bug must have caught hold of the rest of his family as his daughter is doing a ‘Discover Scuba Diving’ session later in the afternoon.

Cathy is enthusiastic too.” My friend who decided to stay in bed this morning instead of coming diving will be very jealous when I tell her how good it was!”

Later over a cup of coffee Chris tells me more about diving in the Algarve. There are large numbers of reefs to explore to suit all levels of diving. “In this part of the Algarve we have a very interesting Atlantic ecosystem with amazing rock structures that have been created under water,” he explains, “There are many caves, nooks and crannies to explore with plenty of fish and plant life.” A perfect site for beginners to learn is ‘Dona Ana Stack’. Here they can explore the rock reef surrounding the

stack at shallow depths and marvel at the plentiful wrasse, bream and nudibranche.

A popular site for more advanced divers is ‘Ancoras’, a large rock reef with several swim-throughs. Apart from spotting octopus, conga eels and spider crabs amongst others, a 17th century anchor lodged on top of the reef provides interest.

This sounds all very appealing but is diving really for everyone? “Yes,” Chris maintains, “As long as you don’t have medical conditions that prevent you from diving, it is suitable for all.” He tells me children can start diving in the pool at 8 and in the sea at 10 and mature age is no hindrance: “My oldest student was 76. Learning to dive has opened new doors for him and his wife.

Now they go on active holidays where they can experience something new.”

Chris is adamant that in order to keep going you have to innovate. Hence a new pontoon bridge will be built next to the premises with direct access to the sea; a separate department for snorkeling with its own boats, equipment and staff is being established and a Dive Club with regular events and special offers for members will start soon.

There is certainly potential for the Algarve to become a prime dive destination. With dynamic dive operations, easily accessible sites and highly affordable prices, the word is bound to get out. I am sure there will be many more taking the plunge. http://www.dive-time.net/en/ Facebook: dive time http://www.oceanrevival.pt/en/ The Dive Time team (From left, Ashley Smith, Aaron Clarke, Matti Burgau, Chris Hansen, Jana Rengstorf, André Ferreira)

Dive-Time has also provisions for disabled divers with qualified instructors providing specialist instruction.

Being the longest established five star centre in the Algarve, Dive-Time offers a wide range of courses, including instructor training. A new innovation is Boot Camps, providing one month’s intensive training for divers who want to achieve Dive Master level and work within the industry. And the September course is already full!

The History of Diving in Portugal From 16th century dive bells, underwater treasure hunting to modern day scuba, diving in Portugal has an interesting past.

1580 Historical reference to military manoeuvres involving Portuguese divers damaging hulls of Spanish ships sunk in the river Tejo, Lisbon.

1583 First record of using diving equipment.

Guiseppe Bono, involved in the coral business in the Mediterranean dived successfully in the river Tejo. Ability to stay in bell for 15 minutes made it possible to retrieve anchors lodged in riverbed. Later diving bells were equipped with small drum with handle for divers to control ascent and descent via cable at surface.

1628 Captain Estácio da Silveira from Lisbon became known for his diving skills.

Worked for the Spanish to recover precious metals and armaments.

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1715 British wool merchant John Lethbridge invented ‘diving machine’ – airtight oak barrel used to salvage valuables from wrecks. Diver’s arms extended through two holes in barrel. Air conveyed by bellows into airholes. Could stay under water for 30 mins.

1725 – 1733 Lethbridge was employed by the Dutch consul in Lisbon to recover hundreds of bars of silver and two canons from the Dutch East India company ship ‘Slot ter Hoog’, shipwrecked off Porto Santo, Madeira.

1899 First ‘Escola e Serviço de Torpedos’ and a department for ‘Swimming and Diving’ established. Divers became part of the Armed Forces.

1942 Emile Gagnan and Jacques Cousteau co-invented the modern airflow regulator and diving suit. The Aqua-Lung was created and recreational diving was born.

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1974 Belgian diver Robert Sténuit continued search for the ‘Slot ter Hoog’ 250 years later and recovered remaining items.

Portuguese government wasn’t happy and confiscated some of the spoils. Contested in court as Dutch East India Company had ceded all rights to Dutch government.

Dutch given 25% of value. Underwater treasure hunting in Portuguese territorial waters prohibited.

1990 José Tourais, ‘father of diving in Portugal’ established first Diving School ‘Nautilus Sub’ in Sesimbra. Recreational diving had arrived.

2012 According to Sá Couto, Portimão Subnauta, diving in the Algarve earned 2,6 million euros that year with potential of earning 70,5 million in 2022. (Source: Público.pt) 2015 Total of 150 Dive Schools in Portugal.

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Roland Wennström: Flying High By Lena Strang Did you see any combat action?

No, Sweden is a neutral country but in the 80s we patrolled the borders and hunted the odd submarine or two!

What was it like to fly an aircraft like that?

Simply exhilarating. To be able to manage such a powerful machine was always a challenge but immensely satisfying.

There were tricky moments and I’ve seen accidents happen. I’m thankful that I’m still alive and well!

Roland Wennström

During the recent 50-year anniversary celebrations at Lagos Aerodrome, a yellow Vans RV4 light aircraft could be spotted doing one of the impressive flybys of the day. The pilot, Roland Wennström originally from Sweden, knows a thing or two about flying and as he has now moved permanently to Praia da Luz, Lena Strang went along to find out more.

Where were you born?

In Stockholm but I moved early on to Skåne, in southern Sweden.

And you are a pilot?

Yes, I worked as a fighter pilot flying the supersonic jet fighter ‘Saab Draken’ and taught other pilots too.

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Did you do any other kind of flying?

Yes, most fighter pilots end their careers at about 30 and so did I. I went on to do commercial flying for the Scandinavian airline SAS. When I was offered retirement six years ago I gladly accepted – time for something new.

And this is how you came to Portugal?

I considered other countries too but Portugal appealed to me most. I already have friends in Lisbon but wanted to explore the coastal areas in the south and really liked it.

Why did you choose Praia da Luz? It’s funny the way it happened. I popped into Lagos aerodrome on a visit here to see what was there. I got talking to a Portuguese man who flies light aircraft but also builds houses. And before I knew it, I was settled into a lovely house in Praia da Luz!

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What do you think of life here?

Love it. I’ve only been here since the autumn but have enjoyed every minute. I like to be near the sea and need open views to feel comfortable – I suppose it comes from flying.

The people are friendly, food and wine are delicious, the climate is great – what else can you ask for?

Have you got a favourite restaurant yet?

So far my favourite is ‘Bom Pecado’ behind Lagos Marina. It is a friendly family restaurant and does great lunches. But I’m open for suggestions.

Anything you will miss about Sweden?

I’ve spent most of my life abroad through my work, so not really. But saying that, nothing equals summer in Scandinavia so you’ll find me in my summer cottage in Skåne during this time of year. I’ll be back in early autumn and will spend the winter in Portugal.

Will you be involved in flying here too?

Absolutely. My Vans RV4 light aircraft is registered in Sweden but I’m building a similar one, which should be lighter and faster. I’m hoping to bring it on a trailer and continue the project here.

Have you got any other hobbies?

I do swimming, play golf and I’m learning more about local wine making. Almost everyday I go for walks along the cliffs. There is such a lot to do and learn. And next I will get to grips with the language!

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The Magical History Tour of the Algarve By Lynne Booker Land of blistering hot sunny days, miles of golden sand and oasis upon oasis of verdant golf courses. The Algarve is indeed a perfect place to relax. It is also a magnificent area to discover more about the Romans, Moors, Crusaders, pirates and explorers.

Here are some ideas for your voyage of discovery!

Starting in the Eastern Algarve on the right bank of the River Guadiana, the border with Spain, is Vila Real de Santo António, the ‘City of Enlightenment’, so called because it was constructed in the famous grid pattern design during the late 18th century. The focus of the town is the magnificent orange-tree lined, Praça Marquês de Pombal, named after the eponymous Marquis who was responsible for the design of the earthquake damaged areas of Lisbon. If you have time, take a ferry across the Guadiana to visit Ayamonte. Very Spanish, very beautiful, very different and once a part of Portugal.

Further north on the river is Castro Marim which grew as a port servicing the ships that brought copper from Alcoutim and Mértola further upstream. To defend the Algarve from the Spanish to the east, D Afonso III built a massive castle which became headquarters of the Order of Christ for 35 years. The town´s importance declined until D João I in 1421 revived Castro Marim´s profile by granting it the privilege of being a sanctuary for fugitives and wanted men!

was an important base for the conquest and supply of Portugal´s North African garrison towns. The town's fortunes declined as the river silted up but at the end of the 18th century Tavira became a main port for tuna fishing - fishermen were able to catch some of the fish as they migrated towards the Mediterranean to spawn, and to catch others on the way out again after they had spawned.

There is a Tuna Museum in the Vila Galé Albacora hotel to the east of Tavira.

At Barril Beach near Santa Luzia to the west of Tavira is the anchor graveyard: when the industry declined in the 1960s hundreds of anchors used for holding the enormous tuna nets were buried in the sand next to the old tuna fishermen’s village.

In quirky Olhão the two oldest quarters of the town have the exotic white cubist housing that is unique in Europe. The houses are similar to those in North Africa but they have a few unusual modifications: verandas and roof terraces. After the victory over the invading French in June 1808, fishermen from Olhão sailed in the Bom Sucesso to inform the Prince Regent in exile in Rio de Janeiro. He rewarded them by naming their town Vila de Olhão da Restauração. The old Roman port of Ossónoba became the capital of the Algarve under its Portuguese name of Faro.

Further west the privately owned fort of São João da Barra in Cabanas is now used for bed and breakfast and the Forte de Rato in Tavira was landlocked by the shifting sands of the Atlantic coast long before it was finished. Described as the prettiest city in the Algarve, Tavira has been home to Phoenicians, Romans, Moors and now many Northern European settlers.

It became a city in 1540 and was sacked by the English under the Earl of Essex in 1596 who stole books from the Bishop´s Library (the books are still in the Ashmolean Library in Oxford). The city is a haven for culture vultures: the Algarve Regional Museum and the Archaeological Museum; city walls built by Romans and Byzantines; the Italian designed Arco da Vila with its unique horseshoe gate; many churches including a cathedral from the tower of which you may observe at close quarters passenger jets about to land at the airport, and the Carmo Church with its haunting Chapel of Bones; the Mouraria; the Jewish quarter and the Jewish Cemetery; the Episcopal Palace and if you have time to spend the evening here then the Teatro Lethes (modelled in the style of La Scala) or the modern Teatro das Figuras are well worth visiting.

The Romans built a large town, Balsa, to the west of Tavira. Unfortunately, fifty years ago there was no will to conserve the Roman town and many of the ruins, allegedly, have been used as infill on the EN125 road. Tavira

From here, rather than following the coast, you can take a detour inland to Loulé - on a quick visit here you can see the home and the monument to the man who changed the face of Portugal - Duarte Pacheco. The

Enroute westwards the fort in the small village of Cacela Velha was built to deter the Barbary Corsairs who terrorised the southern coast of Portugal for nearly 300 years. The fort now is headquarters of the local GNR (Guarda Nacional Republicana) who are looking out for present day smugglers.

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monument at the top of the Avenida 25 de Abril reflects Pacheco´s commitment to modernising the built environment of Salazar´s Portugal. There is another castle to visit here but if you want to go down rather than up, visits can be made to Loulé´s salt mine - huge galleries from 230 to 270 metres below ground which sometimes host art exhibitions.

Travelling again westwards you may reach Silves (with its magnificent Moorish castle) which prospered as the capital of the Moorish Al-gharb: it became a cultural centre of poets, chroniclers and lawmakers.

D Sancho I with his crusaders reconquered the city for Portugal, but it was not until 1242 that Silves was finally reclaimed by the Christians. D Afonso III could then justifiably take the title of King of Portugal and the Algarve.

The Municipal Museum in Portimão makes good use of an old canning factory and nearby is the Museum-home of a former President of Portugal. Manuel Teixeira Gomes was a businessman, painter, author and diplomat. Under pressure from his friends, he agreed to stand for the Presidency, and was promptly betrayed by them. His grave is in the municipal cemetery.

Like Tavira, Lagos benefitted from its position, and the ships which set off from Lagos on the voyages of discovery returned with ivory, gold, silver and slaves. Rich merchants came to live here and much wealth was poured into building churches and houses - many of which were lost in the earthquake and tsunamis of 1755. Visit the Slave market and the chapel where King D Sebastião heard mass before setting off for the fatal battle of Alcácer Quibir in Morocco.

In Praça Gil Eanes, you may see João Cutileiro´s infamous sculpture which makes D Sebastião more of a Ziggy Stardust than a monarch. It is rumoured that he will return and when he does Portugal´s fortunes will wax again. Portugal´s most famous son, Prince Henry the Navigator, is famed for his connection with Sagres where he called his house World´s End. Henry died before he could take up residence there. Off land´s end, Cape St Vincent, around 1800, there were three naval battles in the space of fifty years, and the monks in the monastery had a ringside seat! www.algarvehistoryassociation.com

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Museum of Miniatures By Lena Strang José in the ‘Salão de Colecção Búzio’

This must surely be the Algarve’s best-kept secret. Right on the beachfront at Praia da Luz lies a most amazing museum and I bet very few know of its existence.

‘Salão de Colecções Búzio’ has been open for six years in one of the concrete buildings that used to be a fish auction house in times gone by. It now houses a huge selection of miniature cars, aeroplanes, motorcycles, carriages and much more. It even has a separate room for replica boats and fishing gear.

It is always fascinating to meet people who have dedicated their entire lives to a cause or a passion and talking to José Búzio is certainly an engrossing experience.

It was whilst living in the United States during a period of twenty-two years that his collection took shape. Being keen on football he played for the Luso American Soccer Association and regularly refereed games. “It was with the money I earned from this that I started buying miniature cars. They had always held a fascination for me as a child and now I could have my own collection,” he says.

And the collection grew and grew. On returning to Praia da Luz he had to ship his treasures, which by now also included sporting memorabilia, in two huge containers.

Boat Collection

”There is something for everybody,” he assures me. He has had school groups visiting from the eastern Algarve but would encourage nearby schools to take advantage too. With no entrance fees, he’d love to share it with as many people as possible.

What does one do with a collection of over 10,000 items and thousands of sporting figurines and memorabilia? Share them with others, José thought. Six years ago he signed a contract with the Câmara at Praia da Luz, allowing him to use the facility as a museum. He displays miniature vehicles and boats in the museum but his large collection of sporting items is crammed into a downstairs space in his own house nearby, which he open to the public at times.

He is grateful for the use of the space although it is inadequate to showcase his collections. “The worst part is that the building is likely to be demolished in the future to widen the beach,” he says, ”I am supposed to have a year’s notice but when it does happen I have nowhere to go.”

How does his collection compare with others? It is one of the best of its kind in

Over 10,000 items in the collection

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Europe, he tells me. There is a museum in the north of Portugal but it’s much smaller with mainly temporary exhibitions. He does have a steady stream of visitors during the summer months. Foreign tourists who visit are always surprised at the range on display.

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When I browse around the museum and later view his sporting collection in his house, I marvel at the fact that such a gem has gone almost unnoticed for so long.

Anyone visiting Praia da Luz this summer should visit the museum to see it for themselves. And perhaps somewhere in the area there is an available building that would do full justice to such a wonderful collection?

The Museum is open Tues – Fri 11.0013.00 and 15.00-17.00 in summer.

Saturday and Sunday 12.00 – 17.00 in winter Facebook: Museu Desportivo Tel. 963427599 José would appreciate donations of any toys or cars that are surplus to requirement.

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Elvis Drops out of the Sky the experience unforgettable. He also thanked all the people and companies who contributed.

His main contributors were Eurofinesco SA, Clients of Portofino's Ristorante Italiano, Lagos.

Diamond Properties, Boliqueime. Shelsian Lda, Praca de Vale do Lobo. The Lagos Geezers Lunch Group. Kiss FM and many individuals particularly those who turned out in support.

Rikki performs up and down the Algarve and even into Spain and is available for hotels, bars, restaurants and private functions through Gee Spot Promotions.

Elvis Presley dropped out of the sky at Alvor Aerodrome on Sunday May 31st. It was, in fact, Rikki Ryan, the Algarve’s best known Elvis Presley tribute act, coming down on a charity parachute jump in one of his Elvis Presley outfits, and of course, he landed safely. It was all for the benefit of Centro Social e Comunitário de Vale Silves (Silves Valley Social and Community Centre) in Boliqueime. It is a charity local to Rikki’s home, and his jump raised over €2000, which he had collected from his shows, with donations still waiting to come in from people who pledged money during Owen Gee’s Solid Gold Sunday Show on Kiss Fm Portugal.

‘Captain Peter’ from Kiss Fm was at the aerodrome to provide live reports to the studio in Albufeira. Rikki was very nervous before going up to do the jump, admitting ‘on air’ he was absolutely terrified of heights, but had been challenged to do it by friends. A Skydive Algarve aeroplane took him up to 14,000 feet, where he jumped out, attached to a professional skydiver, and landed perfectly on the ‘X’ marked on the Alvor Aerodrome grass. Rikki then explained to Kiss Fm listeners that it was an amazing experience and would do it again.

Portugal Masters

Disabled Sailing By Julie Battersby

Tel: 917532154.

Email:siroweng@gmail.com.

He thanked Skydive Algarve and their staff for being so good and for making

About 360 volunteers are needed for the Portugal Masters which will take place at the Oceanico Golf Course, Vilamoura between October 15th and 18th.

If you are interested, you need to be able to work on all four championship days to be entitled to the full volunteer package which includes a uniform. The package will include two golf shirts, a windcheater and a hat, guest tickets, daily vouchers for purchasing refreshments or merchandise and a complimentary round of golf at any Oceanico Course on the Algarve. If you would like to be involved but can only spare two days you may opt to work on Thursday and Friday. Volunteers who only attend on Thursday and Friday receive part uniform, guest tickets and daily voucher.

If you think you might be interested please contact Sandra Slater from Golf for Greys by email casaslater@yahoo. co.uk or portmast2010@yahoo.co.uk.

For more about the masters www.europeantour.com

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This year the National Championship for Disabled Sailing took part in Portimão over a three day period starting on June 12th.

Participants had the chance to cruise race or simply potter around in all kinds of boats. It is one of the few sports which able-bodied and disabled sailors can take part on equal terms.

People with all types and degrees of disability participated with experienced

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instructors and rescue RIBS on hand to help in these championships races – all of whom were volunteers. This was a great spectacle to watch and with the weather not favourable for this time of the year and winds increasing it was exciting to see the competition between the sailors and the sort of tactics taking place.

Well done to all those who took part.

The AlgArve ProPerTy SPecialiSTS

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Magic in Motion

By Tom Henshaw

Julie and I were invited to the Lagos Cultural Centre to see the ‘School of Dance Lagos’. It really was a fabulous show. We hadn’t intended to see the whole show feeling that we would get the ‘flavour’ from the first half!

However, we really just could not leave at the interval - the show was that good.

The first half featured great interpretations of modern dance. There was modern dance followed by dance to Tchaikovsky and acrobatic dancing with ballet.

The auditorium was full of families, friends and the public. The atmosphere was fantastic – the dancers had great support and very warm applause from the audience. There’s no doubt that the dancers are dedicated not to mention the dedication of the teachers which helped to create the wonderful production.

The children were magical and engaged in the imaginary effect of the music and dance and the high quality teaching shone out from the children’s performance.

The costumes were colourful and well designed for each dance.

Diplomatic Ramblings – Part 6

By Doug McAdam

My last article described how our huge High Commission in New Delhi with its 25-acre (10 hectare) compound was vastly different from my previous small posts in Ulan Bator and Luanda. With the office, staff accommodation, hospital and recreational facilities housed within the compound, life was comfortable but bore little resemblance to life elsewhere in India.

My wife and I sought, and eventually managed, to live in one of the very few properties outside the compound. Living above our Indian landlord and surrounded by everyday life made us feel we had actually arrived in India.

Our only regret was missing out on the compound’s central heating and cooling system to help cope with outside temperatures as low as 4 degrees C and as high as 46 degrees C! Because of our large pool of UK and Indian staff we had excellent sports teams so after years of enforced retirement it was great to indulge in cricket and football again.

Our cricket team played against professional sides so we had to bolster our side with regular ringers such as a naval lieutenant (who was also the President’s ADC) and a Delhi architect – both of whom had played at state level -

and, on a very occasional basis, the Nawab of Pataudi! To play we regularly had to go through India Gate into the depths of Old Delhi – a bit like going through Alice’s looking glass. No longer wide boulevards but narrow streets teeming with bikes, scooter rickshaws and buffalo carts etc. and having to avoid the freely roaming cows which ruled the roost. This was a shock at first but a useful baptism for travel in the rest of India.

A number of us could not wait to see real India away from the artificial way life of New Delhi and would venture away from the capital whenever possible.

But to escape the searing summer heat involved heading for the hill stations. The nearest was a 4-hour drive and the farthest (Kashmir) a 22-hour drive. All entailed leaving Delhi at 4am since to delay any more risked becoming embroiled in very slow-moving “traffic”. And driving on the Grand Trunk Road was hairy – almost literally since the bearded Sikh truck and bus drivers were firm believers that “might is right”! Accidents were very common but with their spectacular Himalayan vistas the destinations made the hazardous journeys worthwhile. Seeing the mountains for the first time was mind boggling.

Doug McAdam retired to the Algarve 11 years ago after 43 years in the Foreign Office

Make a difference with Madrugada Next month the charity which helps people with life limiting illnesses, Madrugada, will be electing officers and assistants to its Governing Body. The management board is keen to welcome fresh faces and members who would like to be more involved in the decision making processes of the ever growing association.

hospice care and by supporting the work of Madrugada you will be furthering the development of what will be a ‘flag ship’ facility to be proud of. More importantly, you will be part of an organisation that knows how to make a difference when it really counts and achieves it every single day.

In the future we hope to bring the information sooner so that we can all make sure we do not miss the next events.

The need for Madrugada remains as evident today as it did in 2009. The charity is moving into a new phase now; with a strong focus on achieving its goal to open the first “hospice” in Portugal. The charity is actively encouraging additional people with a broad range of experience and knowledge to join its management board.

If you have a desire to help us support more patients and their families facing life limiting illness, we would encourage you to contact Kathy McLauchlan in the first instance on kathy@madrugada-portugal.com or tel 282761375.

To find out more please email: ass.danca.lagos@gmail.com

The Algarve region has an opportunity to be a leading light in the provision of

The Nut Cracker was nicely carried out by the male and female dances of all ages, bringing in an element of fun and seriousness and strength of the ballet.

It captured the imagination of the audience. An extremely enjoyable performance to watch for all age groups.

I know I am going to be the first booking for the next show thanks to the superbly professional efforts from every young dancer trained and influenced by the totally dedicated Liliana and her team.

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Shock over horse cruelty Residents and tourists in Lagos were shocked and horrified last month to see a horse which had reportedly been beaten to death left lying for two days at an illegal settlement just outside some holiday apartments in the town.

One British tourist whose holiday apartment overlooked the field in Sitio do Falfeira, told a local paper that he saw the large, white horse being repeatedly beaten in an ordeal that he described as “sickening to witness.”

Barry Harrison, 56, a former police officer with the Welsh police for 30 years reportedly told the Portugal News: “I’ve never seen anything like it and I’ve seen some bad things.”

Mr. Harrison said the 48-hour ordeal took place on June 9th and 10th. He said: “They were then beating it while it lay on the ground. I’ve never seen anything like it. The horse was obviously severely distressed.”

The beatings started on Tuesday and the animal was reportedly left lying on the ground overnight until more cars arrived at the camp the following day.

Mr. Harrison recalls “around twenty” individuals gathering around the horse on the Wednesday and, after seemingly trying to force it to stand, only for it to fall down again, proceeded to beat it with what he described as a “10-foot long wooden pole” until “blood was coming out of its sides.”

But many people believe this incident highlights a wider issue about animal cruelty in Portugal and relationships between residents and the gypsy community who use the field seasonally in Lagos.

The police were informed about the incident. The local authorities are reported to have told the Portugal News that the animal had been left seriously injured after being hit by a car, which “probably” contributed to its demise.

One reader told us this month that they had seen a horse tied to a lamp post outside the law courts on May 19th while they were strolling on a road overlooking the Marina.

Our reader said: “It was badly undernourished, its head was down and there was a severe open wounds to its neck caused by a badly fitting collar. The wound was 8 inches long by 2 inches wide, partly scabbed over but some of it was freshly open and bleeding. There were also open bleeding wounds at the top of its front legs caused by ropes around its body.”

A spokesperson for the council said that it had been told by the municipal vet that the horse had been involved in a road accident which was logged by the PSP police.

We will be coming back to this issue over the next few months. In the meantime a petition has organised by marcuscanedo@hotmail.com so please contact him for details.

Time stopped for the Rail Museum in 2007 By Tom Henshaw make this campaign move forward so that we can all - tourists and residents alike - look forward to seeing a restored rail museum in the not too distant future.

If you feel that you can help us in any way with our campaign please email me on tom@tomorrowalgarve.com and I will add you to our list of supporters – please suggest your area of expertise so that we can plan a meeting after we hear from both the railway foundation and the President. It could be that this meeting will have to be after the summer now.

Thanks for everyone’s interest and support.

Time did indeed stop for the museum in 2007 and thankfully it was brought to the attention of the ‘Tomorrow’ Newsletter and it seems from our article in the June issue that there is considerable interest and support to bring it all back to life. We have heard from quite a few people who wanted to offer their time and ideas and we will be in contact with all of you as soon as possible.

Thanks particularly to architect Senhor António Marques who is already starting to get things moving on our behalf with the

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railway museum foundation www.fmnf.pt. We then plan a meeting to meet the President of the Câmara as we are very much aware that Lagos Câmara is particularly sympathetic to this magazine and welcomes ideas and proposals that bring tourists to the Western Algarve.

As you will see from the sample photographs that António has provided he has a love of trains and being a local architect he is offering and willing to put considerable time and effort to help us

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Batalha: one of the seven wonders of Portugal However, there was a long tradition of family ties with Spain, through royal and aristocratic weddings, and many Portuguese nobles had sympathy with Beatriz and Juan’s claim to the Portuguese throne.

The battle looms Principal support for Dom João centred on Lisbon and the castles surrounding it and down into the Alentejo, so King Juan mustered a force of 30,000 soldiers to march on Lisbon with the intention of setting siege to the city.

Batalha - a symbol of Portugal’s independence from Spain and the long alliance between England and Portugal.

Chosen as one of their ‘Seven Wonders’ by the Portuguese people in 2007, the story of Batalha resonates in Portugal’s history.

The wonderful Abbey of Santa Maria de Vitôria – Batalha – sits in incongruous magnificence at the side of the main Lisbon to Porto highway 11km south of Leiria. It was built by King João I to celebrate his victory over a large force of Castilians at the Battle of Aljubarotta, nearby, in 1385.

A half-brother becomes king João – the first of the Avis dynasty of Portuguese monarchs – was the illegitimate half brother of King Fernando I who had died in 1383 without producing a son.

Fernando’s daughter Beatriz, however, was married to the King of Castile – Juan I. The Castilian immediately ordered all Portuguese townships to proclaim Beatriz as their queen.

As the Castilian forces advanced they butchered any Portuguese they captured.

Dom João gave command of his forces to a young general named Nuno Álvares Pereira – an inspired choice. He had 6500 Portuguese troops supported by about 500 English bowmen, sent by King Richard II. Employing English battleground strategies used in the Hundred Years War with France (still raging then), the Portuguese forces took the fight to the Spaniards and ‘ambushed’ them on the Lisbon road at Aljubarotta.

The Castilian royal standard fell within one hour, and King João made good the vow he had made to dedicate a magnificent church to the Virgin Mary, should he be victorious.

The links with England forged The year after the victory, Dom João met with John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster and one of the sons of the Plantagenet king of England – Edward III. The meeting was to discuss securing Portugal’s independence, even perhaps mounting a joint invasion of Castile. As proof of friendship and to safeguard the matters agreed, it was determined that the Duke would give his daughter – the Princess Philippa of Lancaster – to be the wife of King João.

Meanwhile Fernando’s widow Leonor had assumed the position of regent and installed her lover (Count Andeiro) at the head of the Court.

Thus the king of Portugal was to be married to the king of England’s granddaughter - who was also the sister of the future King Henry IVth. The couple was married on February 14th 1387 in Oporto.

The Castilian threat and the treacherous conduct of his half-brother’s widow was too much for the young prince João – he sought an audience at court where he proceeded to murder Count Andeiro (!) and force Queen Leonor to flee.

João was proclaimed king at the royal palace (confirmed a few months later by the court at Coimbra).

An outstanding family King João and Queen Philippa had six children: Duarte who studied law and philosophy and succeeded to the throne, then Pedro – a traveller and man of letters.

Their third son, Henry, became the most renowned of all – Prince Henry the Navigator – the instigator of Portugal’s golden Age of Discoveries.

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Son João was the grand Master of the Order of Santiago. Their fifth son, Fernando, was captured by the Moors at the Battle of Ceuta, and eventually died at Fez in Morocco. His remains were finally returned to Portugal and entombed in the Abbey at Batalha. Their only daughter, Isabel, married Philip, Duke of Burgundy.

Queen Philippa, who was very well educated and very religious, had great influence on her husband and children and was much loved by the Portuguese people.

She brought many English ladies with her to the Portuguese court and many of these married Portuguese noblemen, forging a further emotional link between the two countries.

She died of the plague in1415, just as the King and his sons were setting off on their expedition against the Moors, so she never knew the fate of her son, Fernando.

Batalha – the final resting place The ‘Founder’s Chapel’, in the Batalha Abbey, was completed the year after Dom João’s death in 1433.

The King and Queen Philippa lie side by side on their tomb, hand in hand. Dom João wears the Insignia of the Order of the Garter, which was awarded to him by its founder - King Edward III of England.

Henry the Navigator’s tomb is also in the Chapel – his remains having been taken there from the Igreja Matriz in Lagos (destroyed in the earthquake of 1755) after his death at Sagres.

Philippa and João's tomb

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Update from the Ray of Light Trust

Equestrian Olympics

With Portuguese school holidays well underway the Lagos Orphanage now has the room to allow us to start the boys’ bedroom project.

We will officially start the week commencing July 20th. In preparation for this all the furniture has already been ordered as this had a six to eight week lead time and all the painters, carpenters and general help are in place and ready to go. Having had such a long break before this project could commence we had forgotten what a poor state the boys’ bedrooms are in; all of the built in wardrobes will need new doors and each child in desperate need of a good bed to sleep in.

This refurbishment will make a massive difference to the children. Each room will be completely repainted; all of the bedroom furniture will be replaced and they will get new curtains and curtain poles as well as new fresh linen and bedding for each bed.

The first ‘Special Olympics Equestrian Competition’ took place at Pinetrees Riding Centre at Almancil at the end of May. The Special Olympics is the world’s largest sports organisation for children and adults with physical disabilities and learning difficulties. In total 34 students took part from Pinetrees, Faro, Loule and Vilamoura.

The six children from NECI who took part did very well indeed - bearing in mind that all of their training has been done at Riding for the Disabled in Bensafrim.

Please support the Ray of Light Trust and the Tomorrow Newsletter’s Golf Day on September 6th as we as a charity have agreed to match all the funds raised for the orphanage on this day.

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If you want to volunteer with Riding for the Disabled please have a look at their website: www.riding4disabled.com

Mission completed! help those that can't - raising money for Macmillan and another worthy local cause - Diego's Fund (the two-year-old boy in Burgau with cerebral palsy who urgently needs specialist equipment).

We have also managed to squeeze the budget to employ someone to smarten up the six en-suite bathrooms. Each bathroom will be re-grouted and have the silicon replaced and will each be given new shower curtains.

With the Lagos Orphanage project being such a large project, we hope with the help of ‘Tomorrow’ newsletter and yourselves, to be able to refurbish some of the girls’ bedrooms next year.

Unfortunately, there are nearly twice as many girls’ bedrooms as boys’ so this will be a two-year project.

The full names and the positions that they came are as follows:Cristina Alexandra Gloria - 2nd in her class.

Ana Cristina Umaco - 5th in her class.

Vera Luis Alves - 3rd in her class.

Sofia Cristina Monteiro - 1st in her class.

Raquel Rita Correia - 2nd in her class.

Lucilia Alexandra Gloria - 7th in her class.

Clubs were drawn at dawn on Sunday June 21st. Four courageous teenagers took on the Macmillan Cancer Support Longest Day Golf Challenge to play 72 holes nonstop - a daunting mission! Undefeated even in the blistering midday sun, they battled on overcoming chronic fatigue to complete the task in 12 hours 40 minutes.

And why? Simply because they could to

The event took place at Espiche Golf Club who generously supported both causes and looked after the four young players valiantly. A big thank you to all their dedicated staff on the course and in the restaurant. I would also like to thank Cabanas Beach Restaurant and Restaurant Fontenario for their sponsorship and generous donations, all the other local business that gave raffle and auction prizes and to everyone who came along to show their support. At the close of day, we raised nearly €1700 with pledges still to come in.

The money is being split between the charities.

Burgau boy Thanks for all the donations and support for the appeal we launched last month for the two-year-old disabled boy in Burgau.

A fundraising campaign which was spearheaded by Natasha Seromenho has been very successful.

Diego Messias Pedrosa has Cerebral Palsy which has left him with severe disabilities.

We will give you a proper update in our August edition.

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Fabulous fish fest

Following the success of the first Praia da Luz Sardine Festival last year, John Hill and Tom Longhurst are excited to announce the dates for this summer’s Sardine Festival. The event kicks off on July 16th for four nights until July 19th and then again in August between August 13th and 16th.

music and relaxing with your Caipirinha or cocktail of choice. Then you can take a stroll along the promenade taking in the delightful local stalls offering homemade cakes, arts and crafts, summer clothes, nitrogen ice creams, wine tasting and much more! Open from 6pm onwards.

On these beautiful summer evenings, feel free to come along and enjoy freshly caught and grilled sardines while listening to live

For more details contact: 00351 964 078 520.

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BarãoJazz III very special guest star. Included within the musicians will be vocalists, piano players, guitarists, bass players, percussionists, and saxophone players. They play a variety of styles including Jazz Standards Latin and Bossa Nova.

If you fancy finding more about Portuguese wine then look no further.

Why not take a trip to Quinta do Francês which is a family estate with eight hectares of vineyard, nested in the hills of Silves, on the Odelouca River Valley.

Between mid-March and midNovember the winery is open between 10am and 1pm then 2pm until 5.30pm every day except for Monday. From mid-November to mid-March the winery is open on weekdays only. It is closed on public holidays and during the last week of December.

There are guided tours that last between 20 and 30 minutes. Then it’s time for wine tasting. You will get a presentation of the winery, a visit to the winery vats and an explanation of the wine process.

You will get to taste three wines - one rosé, one white and one red.

For more details about price or to organise a group booking please go to the website: www.quintadofrances.com or call 282 106 303.

This special events offer a culinary experience of traditional Portuguese food made from local produce and select Portuguese wine, set in the grounds of rustic "quinta" that offers a beautiful sunset over the stage of the performances.

Local jazz musician and teacher, Pedro Rijo, has organized a series of intimate wine dinners and jazz evenings during July in a small village outside Lagos called, Barão de S. João. These evenings will take place on July 4th, 5th and then on July 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th.

The program will start at 6:00pm with a welcome music session with drinks, dinner and followed by the evening concert.

For more details about the event and to book tickets, please call 966 371 032.

Pedro has been playing saxophone in big bands small jazz combos in theatres and many bands in different formats internationally. Throughout his career he as met talented musicians and in last three years has brought some of these people together for a cultural jazz camp in Barão de S. João.

The performances this year will include 22 musicians mainly from Lisbon plus a

Art in the streets of Barão de São João

Yet again the talented artists living in and around Barão de São João will be displaying their work in a unique event.

Starting on 24 June and continuing throughout the summer, visitors can take a walk through the village and discover paintings, murals, sculptures, mosaics and photographs displayed on houses, various buildings, inside cafes and public buildings.

It is really a special experience and we urge everyone to go to this picturesque village

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A preliminary list of artists includes: Gonçalo Cabral painting, Deodato sculpture (artwork shown here in situ), Else van der Laan, painting, Carlzimmerling photography, Daniel Hasselmy , watercolour, Eva Herre, painting, Nina Barão silver works, Mieke, mosaic, Sofia Portela, photography or film, Alison Moretti, sculpture, Chico, sculpture, Emma, photography, Gael, sculpture, Eduarda, mosaic, and Ana Canto, painting.

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THE GARDEN BAR IS LOCATED 300m UP FROM BAPTISTA SUPERMARKET.

Dont Miss The Daisy B Duo Playing Live !

visit the link to see what you’ll be missing if you don't come and join in the fun. https://www.youtube/watch?v=1ca7ftNzdm4

The Garden Grill Feel free to join us for dinner at our Alfresco Grill serving the best grilled meat & fish in town.

Available from 6pm-9pm

Chicken PiriPiri, Pork, Steak, Sardines and Fish of the day!

All freshly grilled by our local chef!

Every Tuesday & Friday at The Garden Bar Praia da Luz 5pm-7.15pm First Gig 28th July

Dishes from €7.50 inclusive of salad, & chips or rice.

Please reserve a table by calling 282 771 000.

Free entry to non members of Luz Ocean Club on these days only from 5pm.

Relax by the pool at the bar or on the lawns and listen to the best LIVE music in Praia da Luz.

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Fun for Kids (And Grown-Ups) By mydestination.com/algarve The Algarve has a great reputation as an excellent family destination. As any parent knows, the secret to a great family holiday is keeping the kids happy so here’s some suggestions of fun things to do this summer.

Zoomarine Even if you aren’t travelling with children, you should still visit Zoomarine. The Algarve’s biggest attraction, the park has shows, rides, slides and pools galore.

Focused on environmental education and with a well-reputed rehabilitation centre for marine life, at Zoomarine you can enjoy dolphin and sea lion shows, see birds of prey in action, and learn about marine ecosystems as well as having a very good time. At the Dolphin Emotions centre you can participate in the Dolphin Interaction programme - the only one in Europe, which is guaranteed to give you great memories. www.zoomarine.pt/en/

Boat Trips While they might not want to stay still for too long, most children really enjoy boat trips. The adventure of boarding, hoisting the anchors and riding the waves while trying to spot pirates on the horizon usually goes down very well. Add in a trip through the caves and secret grottoes of the coastline aboard a small boat and a BBQ lunch on a private beach and you should have a very happy tribe at the end of the day.

Water Parks It’s hard to beat a day slipping and sliding around a water park in the sunshine. The Algarve has some great parks that guarantee hours of family fun. Look for Slide and Splash, Aqualand and Aquashow.

Fiesa Sand Sculpture Festival The 13th annual festival runs from May to October, with a different theme each year.

Using up to 40,000 tonnes of sand and billed as the largest sand sculpture festival in the world, this is an entertaining way to spend a few hours. Lovely during the day (a bit hot, but ideal to truly appreciate the skill) at night Fiesa is magical, with lovely lighting effects, a bar and snack bar, occasional live music and a very relaxed vibe. This year visitors can see around a hundred different sand scenes featuring musicians, instruments and musical cultures from around the world. Entrance fee is €9 for adults and € 4.50 for children between 6 and 12. www.fiesa.org/evento/

Beach Day Quite simply, a beach day in the Algarve cannot be beaten! With so many fabulous beaches to choose from, the hardest part of the day is deciding where to go.....Slap on some sunscreen, pack the spades and buckets and off you go. Head for scenic, cove beaches like Praia da Marinha for photo opportunities, search the beach at Salema for dinosaur footprints (honestly) or chill at a chic beach club. Wherever you go, please heed the lifeguards’ indications and always, always keep your eyes on the children while swimming.

Children’s life sciences centres Kids love to get involved and that’s exactly what they can do at the Centros de Ciências Vivas in Faro and Lagos. There are plenty of interactive exhibitions and experiments to awaken curiosity. The centres are inspired by Portugal’s rich seafaring past and give a nod to renewable energy. Very good value for a few hours’ fun.

Country picnics Turn your back on the ocean for a few hours and discover the beauties of inland and rural Algarve. In the West, head uphill to Monchique where you can enjoy some great

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country walks and find some lovely scenic picnic spots. At the Fontes de Estombar (natural springs) you can follow trails along the River Arade, do a spot of bird-watching and fire up the barbeque for lunch while the children enjoy the playground. To the East, the Pego do Inferno, near Tavira is spectacularly beautiful - a waterfall, rock pools, rich vegetation and picnic areas galore.

Karting If your kids feel the need, the need for speed, then karting is an option. There are no less than 3 locations for karting in the Algarve. In Olhão there is an indoor track - the largest in Europe, there is a pretty impressive outdoor track at Almancil, and another fabulous karting track near Portimão, adjacent to the International Race Track, home to world championships and Superbike competitions.

Get Active Across the Algarve there are so many activities available, particularly during the summer months. Check out the local tennis clubs. At the marinas ask about surf schools and sailing schools. Do a bit of horse-riding - there are centres all across the region offering lessons and guided treks through the countryside or on the beach.

There is an Adventure Park in Albufeira where adults and kids get to go around a high ropes course. At Praia da Rocha beach, near the marina, each summer there is a full programme of beach activities - volleyball, hydro gymnastics, yoga, surf try outs and even scuba try dives. Best of all, many of these activities are totally free of charge! www.mydestination.com/algarve

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Oh what a night...

By Ray Gillman The night before mid-summer’s day on June 20th and all around Lagos and the Western Algarve there was magic in the air.

This was to be the night when the glitterati, the movers and shakers and other funseekers on the local scene (that’s you and us!) would make The Tivoli hotel their destination.

The reason: the very first Tomorrow Masquerade Ball – an invocation of the glamour and intrigue of days gone by.

And it was glamorous - lovely ladies and handsome gentlemen - their allure only enhanced by their flashing eyes behind the

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masks – bedecked in evening finery.

Some had abandoned aspirations of mystery and allure and gone for the ‘rude mechanical’ look of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s dream - there were a few beaked birds and ‘Rod Hull and Emu’ references, which added to the gaiety of the evening.

As Adam and Wendy sang in their opening number: ‘It’s going to be a good night’ – and it certainly was.

Around 200 people gathered to enjoy themselves and help provide a camping holiday to residents of Lagos’s Children’s home (CASLAS) and make a donation to the Madraguda charity which supports people

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with terminal illnesses and also much needed regular funds for the Mustard seed (the soup kitchen). And to top it all – all of the CASLAS children get a weeks’ camping holiday.

The MOVE-MENT Dance School gave a wonderful cabaret performance showcasing the accomplished techniques of their dancers. The Western Algarve Choir led very ably by Liz Roberts displayed their marvellous skills, beginning with a breathtaking rendition of ‘All You Need is Love’ where individual members began singing from among the audience and gradually congregated in front of the stage.

Luc St John Webb from the Fortaleza restaurant in Luz assuredly conducted an

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auction of marvellous prizes donated by local businesses (his own included). He was ably assisted by the charismatic Lucy and in total more than â‚Ź6000 was raised! A great success, in a wonderful venue, beautifully decorated with spectacular flower displays on each table from Xeli florists in Lagos (sold to benefit the charities at the end of the evening).

Massive thanks to Stephen Sutton and Graham Jones, whose vision and energy made it all happen, and to the donors of prizes and the performers who gave their services in this good cause.

Look out for the Christmas Ball at Boa Vista on December 11th-more details in the next couple of months.

Thanks go also to: Morag Richardson for the fabulous photographs (morag@sapo.pt at i-Spy360 Portugal), Ashlene Mc Alinden with the voice of an angel, DJ Jimmy Harvey and Luc St John Webb for providing free ice cream at midnight from the Ice Cream Factory in Luz.

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The New Orleans Jazz Band Live The New Orleans Jazz Band will be playing on July 4th at 7.30 pm at the Casa do Povo in Moncarapacho.

Following their huge success on June 6th when over 90 people attended their concert, the Algarve´s hardest working jazz band returns by popular demand. At their last concert the band helped raise €250 for the improvement of the facilities at the Casa do Povo for the local community. We hope they can match that amount at the next event.

Whether you are American or not, you are welcome to join in celebrating 239 years of American Independence following the 8 years revolutionary war against Great Britain.

The New Orleans Jazz Band was formed in 1998 by a group of international jazz musicians, all now living in the Algarve.

The band performed at the 1999 Loulé International Jazz Festival and since then

it has become the busiest band in the Algarve. The current line-up of the Band is Ray Charsley (trumpet/vocals), Dave Lawson (clarinet/saxophones), John Ballinger (trombone/vocals), Cory Sea (guitar), Luís Hilário (contra bass) and Tony Scriven (leader/percussion/vocals). The Band play a mixture of blues, stomps, marches, spirituals and ragtime. Great music for dancing! They will be playing two sets of 80 minutes with a 30 minute interval.

There will be food available with an American theme at the price of €12 and there will be a parade (the NOJB famous umbrella parade!).

Entry fee for the concert is €10 for nonmembers and €6 for members of Casa do Povo.

For more information or to book, please contact: lynnebooker@sapo.pt or casapovo.moncarapacho@gmail.com.

St Patrick’s Summer Party Whether you are Irish or not, you are welcome to join the St Patrick's Society Summer Party on Saturday July 11th at Alan and Pat’s House (near Armação de Pêra), 7.00pm for 7.30pm.

Come and enjoy the craic and the Guinness!

There will be a three-course buffet dinner, with drinks, and Live Music from Mandy with

her brilliant voice. The guest of honour will be HE Anne Webster, the Irish Ambassador to Portugal.

Tickets are €17.50, or €20 for Nonmembers. For reservations or for more information please telephone Alan on 282 322 203 or 918 550 355or email st.patricks.society.algarve@gmail.com.

Tavira Ciné Clube and Tavira International Film Festival This month and next two Summer International Film Festivals are due to be held in Tavira organised by Andre Viane.

For more please contact www.cineclube-tavira.com

The Cine-Teatro António Pinheiro in the Corredoura of Tavira was remodelled in 1968 and then bought by Tavira Câmara in 2001.

Since then Andre has hosted a series of film festivals as well as regular screenings over the years. At the moment a fundraising effort is underway to mend the projector to ensure that the weekly cine club cab go ahead as well as the international festivals.

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Algarve Classic Cars 2015 The 22nd annual Algarve Classic Car Festival promises to be superb!

This year, with the support of sponsors Vila Vita Parc and Conrad Algarve, and with its base at Tivoli Marina Vilamoura, the festival hopes to welcome once again fans of these amazing cars from all around the world. The event is taking place between July 11th and 13th.

You can find out more by emailing geral@algarveclassiccars.com or call 967 165 555.

Charity Cycle Ride Irish woman, Liz Ryan, who lives in Lagos is looking for 20 people to do a threeday cycle ride from Sesimbra to Lagos to raise money for Make a Wish Portugal.

The ride will take place on October 9th, 10th and 11th covering 300 km’s over the three days. The cost will be €399 and 20% will go to charity. The cost will cover all accommodation, food and support on the ride.

Please contact: lizryanireland@gmail.com

Silves Medieval Festival It’s almost time again to step back in time at the Silves Medieval Festival which takes place in early August. It’s one of the biggest and best summer festivals.

The town of Silves really comes alive with its hugely atmospheric and historic atmosphere. People dress in medieval costumes, eat and drink medieval fare, cross paths with jousting knights, mysterious moors, leprous beggars and more. There’s also plenty of medieval entertainment throughout the festival which starts on August 7th to August 16th. We will have more details about the festival in the newsletter next month.

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What's On - Your weekly events calendar...

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Mondays continued...

Mondays 8pm Live Fado music | Taberna de Lagos | Tel: 919 426 240 Swimming Lessons with Yvonne | Mon, Wed & Thurs (from 2.30pm) & Sat (from 9am) | €9 | Boavista Golf Resort | To book: 917 953 914 Mon - Sat - Dance School of Lagos | Different Dance Classes, All Ages 912376595 / 915812055/ ass.danca.lagos@gmail.com Weekly Services | Sundays 8am & 11.30, and Thursday 10am St. Vincent’s Anglican Church, Praia da Luz Holiday Courses with Yvonne | 3x per Week | €20 Members €25 non members | Boavista Golf Resort | To book: 917 953 914

Monthly Head & Face Massage | 30 min » 30€ | Golf Santo Antonio, Budens | 282 690 086 5th July - 9am - 6pm - Day of Zazen Meditation (Internal Note: 1st Sunday of the month) | Zen Dojo Tai Ku An, nr. Barão São João | 919 718 955 www.zendojotaikuan.org 4th & 18th July - 8.30pm - Live Music with The Protons | Spinnakers, Lagos Marina 10th July- 8.30pm - Live Music with Diana Silveira/Ivo | Spinnakers, Lagos Marina 4th & 15th July- Exhibition at Caldas de Monchique | Paintings by Liz Allen, Jewellery by Nina Bradley, Felt objects by Birgit Felten | Open every day: 10am - 5.30pm | More Info: 934170523 / 282 955 320

11am -1pm - Life drawing classes with Kasia | Beginners & Professional artists | €10 per session | Marina de Lagos | 916 035 308 11.30am - Baby Massage Course with Noeline | 6 Weeks | €78 Alma Verde | 282761745/963614499 or elizabeth67no@gmail.com 5.30 - 7pm - Football Academy 10-15yrs | Burgau Sports Centre | 282697350 6pm (&Thurs)- Pilates with Indah | Escola E.B. 2, 3 Vila do Bispo | 911754890 6.15 - 7.15pm - Gymnastik for fit back & body with Irmela | €7 | Hotel Belavista, Luz | 965 211 996 6 - 7pm - Swimming Club for +7’s with Yvonne | €20 p/m | Boavista Golf Resort | 917 953 914 8pm - Live Fado Music | Taberna De Lagos | 919 426 240 10pm - Pub Quiz | FREE | Kelly’s Irish Bar, Praia Da Luz | 282 788 631

Tuesdays Bowls for Beginners | Free Lessons | Floresta Bowls Club , Golf Santo Antonio , Budens | 919707635 7.30 - 9.30am (& Thurs, Fri) - Zazen Meditation | Zen Dojo Tai Ku An, nr.

Barão São João | Donation Based | 919 718 955 8.30am - 1pm (&Thurs)- (1hr) Equipment Classes Lisa | Drop-in | Pilates Room, Lagos | Call for Details: 926 514 613 | www.pilatesroomlagos.com 9.30 - 10.30am (&Thurs)- Body Fit Classes | €5 | Golf Santo Antonio, Budens | 282 690 086

10th July & every other Friday - 8:30pm until 11:30 - OPEN MIC Night Tutti Paletti, Baroa São de João | 964 201 904

Leaving 9.45 - Unsupervised Walk on Meia Praia | Meet @ Linda’s Bar

2th July - 3 - 5.30pm - Reiki Exchange | €5 | InLight Lagos | 913 127 421 | www.inlightlagos.wix.com/inlight

10-11.30am - Hatha Yoga with Diana | €8 | Monte Rosa, Barao S. Joao 962 492 607/www.monterosaportugal.com

14th July (Internal Note: 2nd Tues of every month) - 8 - 9.30pm -Meditation with Oneness Deeksha Blessings | €6 | InLight Lagos | 913 127 421 | www.inlightlagos.wix.com/inlight

10.30am -12pm (&Thurs) - Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Classes with Ann | €8 The Yoga Place, Burgau (overlooking the beach) | 913 202 621

26th July - Open Studio - paintings by Liz Allen 12-4pm | Chilrão, nr.

Monchique | 282 955 320 or 934170523 | email: liz@lizallenart.com directions here: http://www.lizallenart.com/directions.htm 9th & 23rd July - 8pm - Mantra Circle with Marion & Dani (Internal Note:Every 2nd&4th Thurs) | Donation based | Lagos, Travessa do Forno, 4 inlightlagos.wix.com/inlight 4th & 18th July and 1st August- Live Music & Hog Roast | Food: 7.30 Music: 8.30 | €10 Adults & €6 Kids | Pigs Head, Burgau | 282 697 315 22nd July - 11am - Alzheimer’s/Denentia Support Group Meeting Restaurant Piri Lampo, Lagos | Carol Evans | 926297527

Mondays (& Fri) ROLL UP - for bowlers that have played before | Floresta Bowls Club , Golf Santo Antonio , Budens | 919707635 7.30am - Mantra Singing with Marion & Danni | Donation Based Casa Sakra | 914523636 9 & 10.30am (Wed & Fri)- (1hr)- Pilates with Lisa | €9 | Pilates Room, Lagos | 926 514 613 | www.pilatesroomlagos.com 9.30 - 10.30am (& Fri)- Zumba with Linda (Licensed Instructor) | €6 Alma Verde | 918 461 840/www.almaverde.com 10 - 11.30pm - Tai Ji Quan with Carl | €8 | Barão São João 919 718 955 7.10 pm - Zumba with Gi & Vítor | €5 | Lagos (Magnólia Apts. overlooking the beach of Porto de Mós) | 912 417 994 10pm - Fun Quiz Night (win free Drinks) | The Star, Travessa 1st Maio 282 769 265

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10.30am - Computer Users Group & Book Club | Spinnakers Bar, Lagos Marina

10.30am - 12.30pm (&Thurs) - Stain Glass Classes with Dianne | €10 Espiche | 919 117 108 1.30 - 4pm - Bridge Club | Spinnnikers Bar | 282 031 498 5pm - Sanctury - 20 mins Quiet, Music & Refelction | St. Vincent’s Anglican Church, Praia da Luz 6.15pm - Tribal Dance Fusion with Mónica | Casa Sakra | 914523636 8.30pm (& Mon,Thurs & Fri) Live Music | O Artistas bar, Lagos | 282769147

Wednesdays 9.30-10.30am - Zumba Classes with Monica | €5 | Golf Santo Antonio, Budens | 282 690 086 10 - 11am (& Fri)- Zumba with Lucienne | €6.50 | Hotel Belavista, Luz 968 288 258/www.dancebodymind.wix.com/dance 10 - 11.30am - Hatha Yoga | InLight Lagos | www.inlightlagos.wix.com/inlight 11-12pm - Pilates with Lucienne | €6.50 | Hotel Belavista, Luz | 968288258 6.00 - 8.30pm - K9 Dog Training | €50 per month, Lagos | 964 083 602 6.30 - Yin Yoga Class with Ann | €8 | The Yoga Place, Burgau | 913 202 621 7 - 8pm - Irish Dance classes with Fabiola | €30 per month (4h per month) Primary School of Vila do Bispo | 925 561 640/damhsa.fab@gmail.com 7.30 pm - Bokwa Fitness with Gi & Vítor | €5 | Lagos (Magnólia Apts. overlooking the beach of Porto de Mós) | 912 417 994 8.30 - 9.30am (& Thurs, Fri)- Zazen Meditation | Zen Dojo Tai Ku An, nr.

Barão São João | Donation Based | 919 718 955 9.30pm- Late (& Sat) - Late Karaoke | O Artistas Bar Lagos | 282 769 147 9pm till midnight | "Funky Folky" live music | Fools & Horses, Lagos

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Thursdays 8.00am – Espiche Golf “Roll Up” | Reduced green fee rate | 282 688 250 (list until july)9.45 - 11.30 (&Fri)- Riding for the Disabled | Volunteers welcome, weather permitting | Bensafrim | Phone Frank: 912967870 10.30am- Pilates classes with physiotherapist Indah | €5 | Centro Cultural, Barão de S. João | 911 754 890 10 - 11am - Zumba Step! | €6.50 | Hotel Belavista, Luz

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11am - 1pm - Arts and crafts | €6 | Bodhi Room, Lagos | 920559642 11 - 12pm - (&Tues)- Pilates with Monica | €5 | Golf Santo Antonio, Budens | 282 690 086 11 - 12pm - NIA Dance & Fitness | €7 | Alma Verde Studio | 963 233 725 5.30 - 7pm - Tai Ji Quan with Carl | €8 | Barão São João | 919 718 955 6pm - Pilates with Lisa | Burgau Sports Centre | Call: 282 697 350 6.30 - 8pm - Kids Yoga | €7 | Abrigo Natura (organic health food shop), Lagos | 969 764 192/ abrigonatura@gmail.com 7.30pm - “Blues to Pop” Live Music Night | Clubhouse, Boavista Golf and Spa Resort | 282 000 114 10pm - Live Music | The Star, Travessa 1st May | 282769265

Fridays 11am - 12.30pm - Beginners Hatha Yoga | €6 | Bodhi Room, Lagos 920 559 642/ www.bodhiroom.moonfruit.com 11-12 - Poweryoga | €6.50 | Hotel Belavista, Luz | 968288258 6 - 8pm - Afro -Latin Dance | €6 | Bodhi Room, Lagos | 920 559 642/ sharencreate@gmail.com 6pm - Adult 5-A-Side Football | €3 | Burgau Sports Centre 282697350 9pm - Karaoke Night | Valentinos Restaurant | 914852266

Saturdays 10am - Computer Classes with Teresa | All levels - Min 1hr | €10 | Lagos 918 764 613 4 - 5pm - K9 Dog Training with Luis | €50 per month, twice a week Lagos | 964 083 602 1 - 3pm - Arts and crafts (Kids 7yrs-12yrs) | €9 | Bodhi Room, Lagos 920 559 642/ www.bodhiroom.moonfruit.com 2pm - Reiki with Marion | Casa Sakra | 914523636 4 pm - 5 pm - Dog Obedience/Rally Obedience with Albertina €25 x 4 sess. | Barão de São João | 968 086 320 7 pm - Live Music | Turiscampo, N125 | 282 792 217 6 - 7.30pm - Yoga Flow | €5.30 - 9 | InLight, Lagos www.inlightlagos.wix.com/inlight

Sundays 10am - Kids Golf School | €20 p/month | Espiche Golf, Espiche 282 688 250 12.30 - Jazz Lunch | Fortaleza Da Luz | 912 511 196 5pm - Jazz Band, Live Music | Lazyjacks Bar, Lagos Marina | 282 761 384 8.30pm - Blues, Jazz Music | O Artistas Bar, Lagos | 282 769 147 8.30 - Karaoke | The Star, Travessa 1st Maio | 282769265 9pm - Live Music with Funky Folky & JAM/ OPEN MIC Night | Atabua Gin Bar, Salema | 964 201 904

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Western Algarve Secrets

Enchanted oak forest near Lagos Zoo If you are visiting Lagos Zoo here is a quick drivable, walkable or bikeable detour into a magical ancient oak forest.

To reach it either: from M535 heading east turn right immediately alongside the Zoo and take a left along the Via Algarviana after about 500m, then after about 1km you will enter the forest; or from Bensafrim heading west to Barão de São João along M535, turn left under motorway underpass, go up hill and take track off to right which leads to the forest from the other end.

Dance World Cup 2015 At the end of June to July 4th three dancers from the Move-Ment Dance School in Porto de Mos are competing in the Dance World Cup as part of Team Portugal.

The event is taking place this year in Bucharest in Romania. The three dancers will compete in six dances over the week-long competition. You will be able to watch the competition on free live streaming on wow. dwcworld.com.

Cantarola Cappella At the end of last month the cappella quartet, Cantarola, launched its second CD in Atabai Bar, Restaurant & Music in Barão de São João.

The launched started at 2pm with an Open Mic and people were invited to perform. At 5pm Cantarola presented the new CD “Songs from the Heart” and they sang many songs from their new CD. After that there was a Jam Session and people were invited to join in.

This summer, Quinta do Lago invites you to participate in a string of sandcastle competitions at the Quinta do Lago Beach!

Cantarola is a Cappella quartet. Living in the Western Algarve, they are four women originally from other parts of Europe, who found each other through their passion for music. On the CD “Songs from the Heart” Cantarola has brought together music from various cultures and periods in time. The unique sound is created by the blend of voices singing in close harmony.

On July 16th and 30th and August 6th and 20th. We will reward the most creative and original sculpture. Participate with your family.

Junior Golf Camp The Paul McGinley Academy in Quinta do Lago, Algarve has planned summer programmes for young golfers of all skill levels (ages 5 to 16 years old), which provide tuition on all aspects of the game in a fun and competitive environment.

There are weekly camps from the end of June to August 28th and prices start from €165.

Register your children by contacting 289 394 368 or email: academy@quintadolago.com.

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Nicola Thomas and Chantal Ellison on July 4th at 6.30am - ‘Bojangles’ and ‘When I’m Gone’ (category JST), Nicola and Annika on July 4th at 7.30am ‘Singing in the Rain’ (category JDT) and finally Nicola on July 4th at 12.30 ’America’ (category JSW).

The dancers are Nicola and Annika Thomas and Chantal Ellison will be competing on the following days and times (Portugal time):

Sandcastle Competition

For more information or to register your team call 289 390 700 or contact us by email events@quintadolago.com

Annika Thomas on June 29th 5.20pm – ‘What a Feeling’ (category KSW), on June 30th at 7am - ‘We’re in the Money’ (category KST).

Singing through the Summer As we begin our third summer season, the Western Algarve Choir invites you to join us for our now traditional summer singalong sessions at Praia da Luz. Over the next two months we'll be taking some of our rehearsals outdoors - dates for this month are Tuesday July 7th and Tuesday 28th July.

Anyone is welcome to join in or if you prefer you can just sit, relax and take in the atmosphere while we sing some of our favourite songs for you. We'll be meeting at 6.30pm and sessions will last for around an hour and a half...so if you're heading out for an evening meal, or simply enjoying a

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leisurely stroll along the front, there's time to catch up with us first and enjoy some singing in the sunshine.

Find us on the walkway beside the beach.

We look forward to seeing you there!

The Western Algarve Choir are an allinclusive choir with no auditions or previous singing experience necessary, and a strong emphasis on singing for fun.

For more information about joining or bookings, please contact choir leader Elizabeth Roberts on: elizabeth_roberts15@hotmail.com

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Readers’ Letters...

We are always really pleased to get letters from our readers. If you would like to send us your views on anything that’s going on in the western Algarve or if you have any suggestions to make about the newsletter please email: amber@tomorrowalgarve.com

Beware of thieves Dear Editor, Beware of organised thieves in Aldi car park in Lagos.

At lunchtime 13.15 on 4.06.2015 whilst emptying my shopping trolley into the front passenger side of my car, I was approached and asked for directions to Sagres which was a distraction whilst another person, quietly opened up the driver’s door, took my handbag, complete with IP6+, wallet and all documents money etc.

It all happened so quickly, swiftly and quietly. Having finished emptying my trolley, I realised what had happened. Aldi staff were helpful and called the police immediately.

So a warning to all, be careful and aware. Aldi in Lagos does not have any security cameras for customer safety in the car park – only at the entrance to the store. These thieves are experienced and know all the tricks.

Don’t let it happen to you as it may result in a more violent attack on females alone.

These people know it’s an easy area to work because of the lack of security.

On Tuesday May 19th I was In Lagos, walking on the road overlooking the marina.

Dear Editor, I read many years ago that it was possible to visit the railway museum just by asking at the station whereupon an elderly member of staff would get the key and open it up for visitors.

For a small fee he would even move the stock outside for photography. After he retired it was still possible to telephone the number on the door and he would come and open it if he could.

Sadly this has not happened for many years.

Just how much does it cost to have a responsible key-holder? It should not be

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For this qualified rail staff would be required to be in attendance, but they could either do it in their own time, as happens in other countries, as volunteers or if payment was required it could be funded from the entrance fees. There would be no shortage of visitors at most times of the year and it is well known that visitor attractions pay their own way. The only cost is the time spent by the stationmaster over negotiations for setting up the scheme, and that should be minimal. If this is a newspaper they could volunteer to be backers of such a scheme. I would be willing to help myself if I lived (a lot) closer.

Animal cruelty

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difficult to set up a "Friends of Lagos Railway Museum" group that can be done privately on Facebook. Local members (volunteers) could have an agreement with the local stationmaster that they could have a keyholder or two. These volunteers should be permitted to look after the exhibits, open the museum for visitors at set times, days, perhaps for a small fee. Funds raised could be used to have "Open days" where the stock can be moved outside for photography.

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Outside the law courts was a horse and cart.

The horse was tied to a lamp post. It was badly undernourished, its head was down and there was a severe open wounds to its neck caused by a badly fitting collar.

The wound was 8 inches long by 2 inches wide, partly scabbed over but some of it was freshly open and bleeding. There were also open bleeding wounds at the top of its front legs caused by ropes around its body.

I went into the court building for assistance but the officials didn't want to know.

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Passers by, both English and Portuguese expressed concern but walked on. I even reported the matter to a police officer and traffic warden ticketing vehicles on the other side of the road.

The traffic warden spoke good English but the police officer didn't want to know and sidled off claiming the owner was a 'nomad' or gypsy. It was a sad indictment of the treatment of horses in a so called 'developed civilised European country'.

I rang the Tomorrow Newsletter for advice, on my return to my apartment and was told by the female who answered that she would call me back, but I heard no more.

As a community newsletter this sort of situation, which appears widespread, should be exposed, publicized and pursued.

Your sincerely, Robert Martyn Quantock

Pat on the back Dear Editor, I was out in Portugal last week visiting a property that I own/rent out in the Lagos area.

I picked up a copy of Tomorrow Community Newsletter and was very impressed with the level of information regarding things that you can do in the local area, the advertisements of new restaurants/bars (some that I haven’t visited before, even although I have been coming over to the area for some 10 years!) and the financial information regarding new legislation/ buying property articles.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards, Alan R Farningham, Edinburgh

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Health...

Eat for Energy

By Dr Andrew Garbett

Are you struggling to get going in the morning or hitting a wall of fatigue in the afternoon? What and when you eat can have a profound effect on your energy levels...

Complex (not simple carbohydrates) A good source of fibre and can help manage weight. Complex carbohydrates release glucose into the blood gradually, providing the body with a steady supply of energy. Wholegrains, oats, pulses, nuts and seeds will help you stay healthy and full of energy.

Always eat breakfast It is well documented that eating a healthy breakfast can reduce cravings later in the day and encourage healthier food choices for subsequent snacks and meals.

Eating breakfast containing complex carbohydrates and protein will give your body all it needs in terms of energy and will kick-start your metabolism so you start burning more calories earlier in the day.

Eat less, more often Ever lost an entire afternoon asleep on the sofa post-Sunday lunch? When we overindulge at meal times a few things happen in the digestion process that can leave us

feeling drowsy. When you eat, your brain signals to your body to slow down and digest the incoming food - the more you put in the harder your digestive system has to work - and the less energy you will have.

Eating smaller meals more regularly helps regulate blood glucose levels, releasing energy gradually instead of in one big hit.

Controlling your portion sizes is key - you could well be eating more at meal times than a balanced diet requires.

If you want to make an appointment to see Andrew please call Lagos Health Chiropractic on 282 768 044.

Just eat & enjoy real food By Ann de Jongh local produce, one such being a chocolate chia cake, you will find the recipe in this edition.

Sometimes we need to take a step back and go back to basics. Start each meal with the fresh produce (and if like me you do not have the space to grow it, then go to your local farmers market or get an amazing veg box delivered from Algarve Gardens), add a source of protein; fish, meat, nuts, pulses and get inventive, use herbs and spices for flavour and there you have a fabulously tasty meal, which will be good for you and not make you feel guilty.

Kitchens should be a place where we experiment, and not afraid to see what something tastes like. Most importantly use lots of the fantastic fresh produce that grows in this wonderful place.

Ann de Jongh is a trainer, yoga teacher, and nutritionist.

Please call her on 913202621, www.fit2lovelife.com or email ann@fit2lovelife.com Sometimes in our effort to be “healthy” and to lose weight, we can lose sight of how food can be tasty and enjoyable. Often we associate foods with guilt, feeling that we “shouldn’t eat this” and with all the press and media, we get confused as to what we should eat.

I have just come back from being in Spain, cooking for 22 people who were participating in a Movement and Yoga

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course. The location was an amazing organic farm, high up in the hills near Granada and it made me realize how amazing fresh, local food can be.

I was lucky in that I could pick lettuce, rocket, herbs and other vegetables fresh every day, the olive oil was from the farm and almonds, dried figs, oranges and lemons were in abundance. It was a pleasure to create dishes from the very

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Coconut water

Get grooming By Jenny Quigley

By Meri Hanlin

coat from matting and will eliminate dead hair. This alleviates shedding.

Keeping nails trimmed allows your dog to move around comfortably. Most dogs need monthly nail trims, but your dog may need more or less depending on the rate of growth.

It’s a miracle in a glass! First off…to all your gardeners, surfers, golfers, sun worshippers, swimmers, athletic people or anyone who spends time in the sun or has suffered a bout of stomach bug....do not forget your coconut water! Been in the sun? Find yourself with a headache?

Feeling a little grumpy? Weakness?

Dizziness? Dry mouth? Confusion? These are just a few symptoms of dehydration.

Coconut water is THE answer. We also can’t let it go by in passing without extolling its amazing “hang-over” curative powers - tried, tested and proven by many! Throw a couple of litres in your cool box when you head to the beach and you’ll be up and ready for the night’s entertainment.

A few facts about this amazing beverage: -It keeps the body cool and at the right temperature (perfect for summer!)

-It carries nutrients and oxygen to cells.

-It raises your metabolism thus promoting healthy weight loss.

-It boosts the immune system.

-It cleanses your digestive tract.

Besides helping to remove toxins from the body and aiding digestion, coconuts have amazing anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties.

If you work in the heat or go to the beach or gym; if you simply want a refreshing, good-for-you, delicious, metabolism boosting drink; if you have that ‘one too many cocktails’ - coconut water is just what the doctor should have ordered!

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There are many aspects of your dog’s grooming that can and should take place at home and for the rest you can take you furry friend to a professional grooming service.

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Your dog's ears can be a haven for bacteria and yeast if not kept clean. Ears can clog up with unwanted dirt, wax and hair. Your groomer can gently remove these and prevent infection.

Dogs with continuously growing hair, such as the Poodle or Shih Tzu, typically need their hair cut every 6-8 weeks depending on the breed of the dog and the style of the cut. This task is best left to professional groomers.

All of the above services are available with Jenny at Lagos Groomers.

For a free consultation to discuss your dogs grooming needs you can contact Jenny on 910082444.

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Farmers’ market health foods Another summer superfood our local markets are overflowing with at the moment is the humble cucumber. They are 95% water yet nature packages them full of important nutrients and electrolytes creating an excellent food to keep you cool and rehydrate you on a hot day.

As they’re naturally rich in vitamin K, vitamin C and silica, cucumbers also contribute towards building healthy bones and ensuring adequate calcium absorption.

They are a good source of the trace mineral molybdenum which is essential for proper enzyme function and a healthy brain, and all the B vitamins that help to keep us energized.

Cucumbers are loaded with flavonoids and lignans which decrease our risk of

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Dog grooming is one of your dog's basic needs and an important part of dog ownership. Just like people, dogs need physical maintenance to look and feel their best. Fortunately, dogs do not need to bathe as often as people, but your dog’s grooming needs depend on the breed and hair type of your canine companion.

Most dogs enjoy being brushed, and sessions will strengthen the bond with your dog while maintaining a healthy coat.

Regular brushing will prevent your dog’s

Coconut water is an all-natural superhydrating, fat-free, cholesterol-free, nutrient packed, potassium stacked, mega-electrolyte drink.

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Bath time does not mean fun to most dog owners. It may bring forth an image of a wet dog running from the bath, dripping all over the house. If this is the case for you then taking your dog to a groomer for bathing may make more sense.

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By Hannah Sharpe da Rosa

cardiovascular disease and estrogen-related cancers, and they are also a cheap and tasty source of potassium and magnesium which aid in lowering high blood pressure.

Sadly cucumbers are one of the dirty dozen pesticide ridden foods that we are repeatedly warned about, so do try to buy organic! If this isn’t possible, peel all of the skin off, but this seems a shame as the skin is full of nutrients, especially fibre and caffeic acid, an antioxidant that protects our hearts.

Have a great summer!

Hannah Sharpe da Rosa Registered Nutritional Therapist www.algarvenutrition.com

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Pets Mate By Lars Rahmquist

Types of Leukaemia

By Dr Ricardo Assis This month’s article is written by me, because our dear Nurse Niki is in the UK in a selfless act to help in the treatment of her brother that´s suffering from this disease as shared with us in last month's issue. To her and her brother we send all our support and affection.

If your internet stopped working recently it may be MEO’s fault, or it might be that you have a new puppy in the house.

They say there’s always a trade-off. Young pups are marvel of cuteness and comedy but they don’t half disrupt the household. Be it yapping through the night to chewing your new sneakers/computer cables/or sometimes with luck, your homework. They pee on your rug, they poo in the kitchen and their mischievousness can be limitless. But they are damn fun to have around and they bring youth into the other animals and people in the family.

There are a lot of people who have taken on pups recently. They are great fun and if you take a dog at a young age, you have an opportunity to have a positive effect on its character.

There are recognised ages for specific developments in dogs. They start young.

I refer you to a page I found on the internet: www.doglistener.co.uk/puppies/ criticalperiods.shtml It's a good summary of what they taught us at uni. There are specific ages one should know about to help you raise a happy relaxed friend.

Small things that may have life-long effects for your dog: -Play with their mouths a lot. As long as there is no ‘biting-fun’ going on, put your fingers in their mouths when messing about.

If they are comfortable with you putting your fingers into their mouth then you will be able to give them pills without ‘treats’ for the rest of their lives. This can be a massive thing. On more than one occasion have I seen a dog (cat) die because they

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(aggressively) WILL NOT take tablets and could not be medicated.

-Play with their feet. Dogs often resent their feet being touched. Fooling around with their little feet when playing makes them comfortable with it. Then you, your vet/ groomer can work with their feet. E.g. cleaning a wound or clipping nails.

-Make the pup familiar with submission. You are the dominant one in the relationship which you share with your pup. In fact, everyone is above the new pup. This is important for you, your family and friends, as well as your new young dog. It is at a young age when a dog may mis-understand that because it is constantly cuddled, carried everywhere and fed first; that they are the alpha persona. Once this is understood in a young dog, it can be hard to re-learn that fact: That it is the dog who receives the orders and not the one who gives them. This can create a much bigger problem than a dog who will not take his antibiotics.

A pup learns by following your lead. To finish on an example I see constantly in the consult room: A pup gets a microchip and starts up with a squeal. If the owner picks him/her up the pup continues with the yelping, often getting louder. If we put the pup on the ground he looks to the rest of us to gauge what to do. He soon stops seeking attention and relaxes, like the rest of us.

If you have a new pup, the Lagos Vet Clinic will be hosting a puppy party on the back lawn on Saturday in July. Invitations are open to anyone who can get their paws on a puppy. If you wish to come along, register with reception and we can organise puppy packs, and a number count for the BBQ. www.lagosvet.com

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We can essentially divide leukaemia into 4 types depending on 2 different characteristics. It is essential to distinguish the type of affected cells and secondly to define the development time of the disease.

According to these characteristics we can have an acute leukaemia developing within weeks or a few months or chronic leukaemia that manifests itself only after years of illness. Depending on the affected cells a lymphoid or myeloid leukaemia may arise.

We can classify leukaemia as: • Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, this type of cancer is the most frequent in childhood and is rare in adults. The cure rate in children is 70% to 90% while in adults lies within 40%.

• Acute myeloid leukaemia, progresses very quickly and can cause death in about 2 months, if not properly treated.

• Chronic myeloid leukaemia, is more frequent among 40-60 years old and rare in childhood. The natural history of the disease is highly variable with a median survival of about 5 years.

• Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, is the most common type of leukaemia, with twice the incidence in men.

In 33% of cases the disease does not progress, in another 33% it progresses slowly and in the last 33% it progresses actively.

Next month: Symptoms and Treatment of Leukaemia Dr. Ricardo Assis - General Medicine www.luzdoc.com

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Business Property Rates

By Cardine Martins

Do you own a property in Portugal?

You may be paying more rates than you should be!

Eager to see dolphins and in comfort?

For a while now DECO PROTESTE has been running a campaign called Paguemenosimi.pt which translated means “pay less rates”.

What DECO PROTESTE is saying is that the Finance authorities are not automatically updating certain information that could affect the value of the rates (IMI) of your property.

The information in question is the Construction value and the obsolescence coefficient (or in simple terms, the age of the property).

“Days of Adventure” is pleased to announce the arrival from Lisbon of its new purposebuilt dolphin watching catamaran.

Although this is not being done automatically, property owners can request for a new property valuation to take place, free of charge. For this, the last valuation must have taken place at least 3 years previously.

After a trial period with a general purposebuilt catamaran, “Quatro-Ventos”, which was built more for transportation than dolphin watching, “Quatro-Ventos” proved to be very popular due to the existence of toilets, bar, sun protections and also ample room to move around.

Your “caderneta predial” is the document that shows your property valuation.

So the company decided to choose a second generation purpose-built dolphin and whale watching catamaran offering all the facilities of our previous catamaran, including disabled access and much more.

Please refer to Valor patrimonial actual (CIMI). “Determinada no ano” tells you the date of your last valuation.

If in doubt, you can check on the Pague menos IMI page 1) When you can request a new valuation (i.e. 3 years after the last valuation)

Steve from “Days of Adventure” said: “Come and join us, juniors and seniors alike, on our adventure to see these wild and free incredible mammals”.

“Days of Adventure” operates a dolphin friendly policy, which means they never

2) How much you may be able to reduce your rates by.

For this exercise you will need your “caderneta predial”. This is a certificate issued by the Finance Authorities.

I don’t think this helpful website is available in English yet, so please contact me on 6692@solicitador.net or +351 967 550 485 for help.

Cardine Martins is a solicitor.

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overstay their welcome, which ensures excellent interaction time and time again.

There is no absolute guarantee that people will see these magical creatures. Every trip though has around a 95% success rate, which is achieved by allowing a two hour adventure on every trip.

Those lucky enough to encounter dolphin early in their adventure will then be taken on a fabulous coastal cruise along the incredible Ponta da Piedade on your return to Lagos.

Take any trip with “Days of Adventure”, from a grotto trip to a dolphin adventure, and you will receive a 20% discount voucher for future bookings.

It is also valid at their new bar and diner “The Orangery”, featuring the fabulous “Steak on a stone”, and at the excellent “Amuras” in the Marina. daysofadventure.com/en/

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And the madness begins...

By David Westmoreland In years gone by, the summer months of June to September used to be quiet for the real estate market. Mostly holiday makers taking a look around properties at the end of their break and dreaming of having a property in the sun. Few clients would buy and agents spent hours running round trying to get into properties that were rented out for the whole summer.

How things have changed.

In the last three years we have seen an general improvement in the market and what was a cyclical market centring around the Spring

and the Autumn has now evened out meaning we now enjoy an all year round market. What was a dry period in every sense of the word is now as fruitful as those traditional peaks.

So how is this affecting the way we work?

Well in many ways. As I just mentioned gaining access into the properties is always a fine art coupled to a little bit of luck! We still get the increase in traffic from holiday makers on top of the general growth the market is experiencing. Oh and throw in +30ºC heat just to mix it up a little more.

As we have discussed in previous newsletters the Swedish and French markets are buoyant. However in a way we get a stroke of luck during the summer months. The Swedes generally head out to their summer homes in Sweden and the French tend to spend time in France with

Returning home after a stay in hospital By Hibiscus

their families. This actually helps as the Brits come over thick and fast.

Both enquiries and client tours are massively up in 2015. B&P is experiencing 30% growth versus 2014, which was 30% up on 2013 so we are all geared up for an exciting summer.

It will then be “hold on to your hats” as we hit the real peak period of Autumn where we traditionally sell 40% of the years property.

If you are thinking about selling now is most certainly the time to act. Everything from budget apartments to luxury villas are selling. At B&P whether you are buying or selling we work hard for you. We aim to get you the best price either way!

For more information either call into the office or contact me directly on david@bpaproperty.com

Chainlight

level of aftercare care once you are home to enable the best possible outcome.

Our nurses and health care assistants are qualified and experienced and will be able to support you throughout your recuperation whether it is just for a few days, or for longer periods.

A stay in hospital or whatever reason may be just what the doctor ordered but very few of us actually enjoy the experience. Getting back to the comfort of our own home is often paramount in our thoughts. No matter how much we may want to go home, worries or concerns about how we will manage can often cause anxiety.

And for some, facing a return home can be a daunting prospect especially when we don’t always have fit and able family members on hand to care for us. Sometimes our clinical care is beyond the scope and experience of our loved ones no matter how much they want to look after us.

Hibiscus Hospital to Home service has been specifically designed to help you with your transition home from hospital and with your continuing care needs throughout your recuperation. Whether your visit to hospital was expected or unplanned, we will arrange an appropriate

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In some situations, the installation of special equipment such as a care bed or wheelchair will make you more comfortable and keep you safe whilst you recover. We can advise you on the hire or purchase of healthcare equipment and mobility aids to ensure that you remain as independent as possible.

So if you, or someone you know, are in or about to go into hospital and you would like to discuss your options following your discharge, please get in touch with us at Hibiscus. In consultation with your medical team, we will design a tailored hospital to home care plan, which will be regularly reviewed throughout your care.

Julie and I had the pleasure to be invited along to the opening of Chainlight’s new exciting and innovative showroom.

The evening was a great success judging by the huge amount of people who also attended and the lovely array of food and drink provided.

Years of dedication and pure hard work have brought the business to its current location and more importantly to its professional development in the LED lighting market place. Christel Schönberger and Ruud Kip have worked tirelessly with their small team to bring such a choice of lighting solutions to our doorstep in Lagos behind the Marina.

You can contact us on 282 798 013, email us at info@hibiscus-madrugada.com or you can visit us at our shop in Lagos (opening hours Monday & Thursday 16:15 to 19:00)

Whether it be interior, exterior, garden or swimming pool you really do not have to look further afield.

Hibiscus is part of Associação Madrugada and all profits from our home care service go to the charity to enable the continued provision of palliative care.

Good solutions without the big store pressure I really do recommend a visit. www.chainlight.pt Telephone 00 351 282 778 128

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Espiche Golf takes top International Award

The results of the Clubhouse of the Year 2014 awards have been revealed, with Espiche Golf being one of only nine Clubhouses around the world, and the only clubhouse outside of the United States, considered within the New Construction and Renovation categories

by Golf Inc Magazine.

Four judges, with backgrounds in architecture, design and golf, ranked Espiche Golf Clubhouse as being third in the world in the New Construction category. The entries for the Clubhouse of the Year awards were judged on

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three factors; efficiency, aesthetics and overall design concept, with Espiche Golf Clubhouse excelling in all areas and being recognised for the innovative, sustainable and creative design of the Clubhouse which opened in May 2014.

Judge Frank Benzakour said of Espiche Gold Clubhouse: “What a spectacular design. Modern clean lines and gorgeous views. This design is a few years ahead of its time.”

Judge Kenneth Hart added: “It’s a small scale gem. Designed with delicate

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balance of an upper level that is enclosed in glass and a lower level that is enclosed with stone”.

The Espiche Golf Clubhouse was designed by architect Nadine Berger.

Espiche Golf is open to members and guests, offering a unique and challenging course set above a natural aquifer, combined with an award winning clubhouse.

For further information about Espiche Golf and all of the facilities, please visit www.espiche-golf.com

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‘O Marafado’

A New View By our Sommelier, Miguel Martins

Last month we asked you to let us know about restaurants that you would recommend. Thanks very much to Cath and Mick Furlong for sending this to us.

After having worked a few years in a wellknown restaurant Vila Joya, I decided to change and embrace a new professional challenge in an equally spectacular location on a cliff in the area of Praia da Rocha. It is exactly this place that I would like to tell you about this time.

“Our recommendation is the delightful family restaurant, ‘O Marafado’ which sits a short walk up the Aljezur road as you turn right immediately after passing MacDonald’s in Lagos.

If this restaurant was located in the centre of Lagos, it would clearly be much better known and it would be tough to get a table. It definitely fits the criteria of a ‘hidden gem’.

‘O Marafado’ offers beautiful, traditional Portuguese ambiance; attentive service from warm, friendly and very professional staff - and outstanding cooking. Described as offering ‘Portuguese Tapas’ - the menu includes a variety of dishes combining mouth-watering flavours.

Our favoured shortlist of goats cheese with marmalade; garlic mushrooms with cheese; chicken with honey and, of course, the absolutely delicious (and not to be missed) lamb stew would grace any menu.

Perched on a cliff with a fabulous view of the sandy beach of Praia da Rocha and the harbour entrance of Portimão, contrasting with the high buildings characteristic of this area, stands a charming building from the eighteenth century, which has recently been refurbished and converted into a boutique hotel. Bela Vista Hotel & Spa, part of the prestigious Relais & Chateau, combines the elegance and good taste of the meticulous design with a restaurant at a level never seen before in this part of the Algarve.

The restaurant called VISTA, as the name implies (view) is a restaurant with a spectacular terrace with a view of the sea and the beach. In charge of the kitchen we find young João Oliveira, who has had stints in restaurants of the highest standard in Portugal. The record of Chef João Oliveira has been at a consistently high level since the project began in January this year ... amongst others it highlights a modern and innovative twist applied to traditional dishes.

With delicious, home-made sobremesas to follow, we have no hesitation in highlighting this very special restaurant as a ‘must-visit’. It is just minutes outside the city walls and would definitely be worth a visit if it was much, much further away.”

If you want to send us a ‘review’ please email: amber@tomorrowalgarve.com

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It was easy to convince me to join this project because it is in a location near Lagos - convenient for me as the store occupies ever more of my time. It enabled me to maintain contact with customers in a restaurant and do what I enjoy most, do pairings of food and wine. I could do this without having to leave the store for a whole day, as at the hotel I am only involved with dinners. It was also a challenge to organise the wine project from the beginning and of course, there is a young team with the capacity of achieving great things in the future. I am convinced that soon we will have a restaurant of national distinction that can attract a discerning clientele accustomed to fine dining to this area of the Algarve.

The hotel will organize various glamorous events in the summer. In my opinion the Sunset Parties next to the pool area offering great wines and delicacies at a nominal price, are worth attending in order to enjoy the magnificent scenery and gastronomic experience.

For more information please visit http://www.hotelbelavista.net Miguel’s shop is on the avenida in Lagos and you can contact him by email at sommelier.wineshop@gmail.com

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Chocolate Chia Pudding Cake By Ann de Jongh 1tbls honey 4tbls coconut oil Orange Tahini Sauce 2 tbls tahini Juice of 4 oranges 1 tbls honey Instructions Place the coconut or almond milk, cocoa powder, honey, zest and juice of oranges in a bowl and mix together. Add the chia seeds, and then cover and place in a fridge to "set". It needs to be left for a minimum of 2 hours, but can be left longer.

Chia Pudding Topping 500ml coconut or almond milk 200g chia seeds 4 tbls cocoa powder 1 tbls honey zest & juice of 2 oranges

To make the base, place the figs and almonds in a food processor and blitz.

Melt the coconut oil and pour this and the honey in, continuing to blitz.

Base 200g almonds 200g figs zest of 3 oranges

Place the mixture into the bottom of a cake

Hedonista - ‘the pursuit of pleasure’

tin ( ideally with one the side can come off) and press it down so that it covers the bottom evenly.

Leave in the fridge to cool for a minimum of 1 hour.

After the base and topping have been left to set, pour the chia seeds on top of the nut & fig base. Smooth it so that it covers the whole base, and again leave in the fridge, until it is ready to be served.

To make the sauce, place tahini, orange juice and honey in a food processor and blend. Put into a jug for serving.

When ready, slice the pudding and serve with the orange tahini sauce. Enjoy :) Notes This is best made in a cake tin, which you can remove the sides , 20cm diameter

Rockefellas

By Tom Henshaw

By Tom Henshaw of you is a brilliant start in itself. It’s great to have the atmosphere of a cocktail bar in Lagos which is something you might take for granted in Lisbon or London.

Fabio has recently won ‘the bar tender of the year in Portugal’ so this shows the dedication to offering cocktails way above the norm.

Yes, that is what it means really and that is what you get when you set your sights on searching out another great ‘find’ in the centre of Lagos.

Very close to ‘Fools and Horses’ you will find Hedonista - this very stylish and ‘smart’ new restaurant is a place that you certainly should try.

We really did feel that we were warmly welcomed immediately which always creates a good first impression. The staff were great and the service was first rate. This is Denis’s first restaurant in Portugal - he and his partners have two already well established in St Pittsburgh.

Firstly Hedonista has a mind blowing range of cocktails. The theatre of watching someone create a fabulous cocktail in front

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We shared mussels with lovely sauce followed by Stingray and Dourada - both really very good but Julie said the Stingray was outstanding.

We wrote in our notes ‘puddings that inspire’ and yes they did! We won’t spoil the surprise because you need to go and see for yourselves the delights that Denis and his team are creating.

What was as lovely to see as the food was the way the team works as a family and that genuine closeness created a very special atmosphere.

‘Grill the best food-fry the best fries’.

That’s Rockefella’s mottos and they really do a great job on that score!

Having been out to the ballet at the Cultural Centre and getting out late we were hungry so we were lucky Rockefellas in Lagos was still open at 10.45pm and busy.

The prawns were excellent and I can certainly recommend the burgers.

Every Thursday Rockefellas has a Northern soul night which goes on until late.

To sum up, outstanding place - fabulous service, food and décor.

There are no disappointments on this menu and the French fries were absolutely perfect – a great way to finish a busy night.

Please make sure you book a table on 282 096 725 12. Hedonista is open noon until late.

Takeaways at the restaurant near the Repsol station on Avenida.

Big value for money on the main street in town and opposite to Shakers Bar. Call 282 798 634 to book a table.

Location: Centre of Lagos next to florist on the same road as Artistas Restaurant.

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Outdoor... has smaller leaves and is shrubbier than M. Dupont making it useful for pots and growing in borders where it provides mounds of colour. Given good light it also makes a striking houseplant.

The colours of summer By Clive Goodacre Over ambitious shopping at the garden centre and a legacy of gifts and cuttings contribute to a riotous assembly of colours in your garden – you know what I mean! So summertime relaxing by the pool is a good time to think about a bit of colour grouping and creating a little balance and order.

As Marguerites fade then Pelargoniums, Verbena, Petunias and Portulacas take over for the summer season. The latter are brilliant summer flowering plants at their best in shades of pink and red, although yellow, orange and white varieties are available.

It is widely available here in two forms – P. grandiflora and P. umbraticola – both having small rose-like flowers which only open in full sunlight. The latter has fat rounded succulent leaves while the former’s foliage is cylindrical and pointed. They are equally at home in pots, hanging over planters or hugging the ground in borders.

Regular watering produces an abundance of foliage and fewer flowers, but dry conditions cause plants to collapse. For best results keep watering and soil on the lean side.

Although P. umbraticola is classified as a perennial it turns to spaghetti-like stems in winter and seldom makes a good second season so it is better to plant new ones. Also remove any self-seeded plants as they tend to revert to yellow or grow blind.

For something longer lasting, salvias offer a wide range of colours from light and dark shades of blue, pale yellow, orange pinks and reds which include the deep red Salvia Navaho. This forms a strong shrubby

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Portulaca umbraticola

perennial growing up to around 75cm tall and flowering year after year throughout summer. Originating from Mexico it withstands full sun and lean conditions so go easy on the fertiliser especially nitrogen which reduces flowering.

Use them singly or in groups to provide massed colour in larger areas. They soon develop clumps of strong woody stems which should be cut back after flowering to allow new stems to form and flower.

Generally they do not make good potted specimens and die if waterlogged. Salvia officinalis is better known as sage, widely used as a culinary herb.

The title of queen of the pinks belongs to the Bignonia family of climbers and Mandevillea Alice Dupont sits head and shoulders above the rest. Forget poor winter behaviour and late arrival - once Alice gets going you won’t regret giving her space on your patio!

This compact deciduous climber produces opulent open pink flowers framed by large crinkly glossy leaves throughout summer.

Although tolerating high temperatures, try to give some shade – if only for the roots and lower stems. Soil needs to be rich and mulched with a good layer of tree bark, watering should be regular and a keen eye kept out for bugs. Expert growers have been known to use Epsom salts as a tonic although regular feeding every few weeks seems to work provided water and soil are not too alkaline.

If you want something dark pink or deep red try the closely related M. splendens which

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Mandevillea splendens is ideal for larger pots

Moving on to yellow plants these tend to be less numerous in summer and more focussed on shrubs, climbers and plants such as day lilies. Amongst the few yellow flowering summer trees is the golden rain tree, Koelreuteria paniculata, and the tropical elder, Tecoma stans. The latter is outstanding and deservedly planted throughout the Algarve and Mediterranean regions of the world. It is ideal for smaller coastal gardens seldom reaching 5m high and easily cut back to form a shrub or even clipped to a wall. Bell shaped flowers are borne in profusion from early summer until mid-autumn provided it is given good soil, full sun and regular water.

Use Senna didymobotrya as either a specimen shrub or as a back of border plant, but do not consider using it in a pot or patio planter because it quickly develops into a huge sprawling mass. However, in the right place it produces striking upright candle shaped yellow flowers with dark brown tips all summer long and into winter. It is sometimes known as the popcorn bush because of the distinctive smell of its flowers. Although short lived – around eight years - this is a no nonsense plant growing in poor soil which is well worth finding space for.

Senna didymobotrya - fabulous summer colour

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