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A Bakery, A Market, and the Kind of Travel That Actually Matters
(In Portuguese at the end / em Português no final) Imagine a traditional market. The kind where elderly women walk in every morning, greeting vendors by name. Where buying vegetables isn’t just a transaction—it’s a relationship. Where someone might pause and ask, “ How are you feeling after last week? ” The kind of place where fishermen still bring in their catch, where butchers, bakers, and farmers are part of a living ecosystem—not just businesses, but people woven into the

Rodrigo Baena


I didn't know I was Portuguese !
I was born in Brazil, so I thought I was Brazilian. My grandparents on my dad’s side were of African descent, so I thought I was African...

Rodrigo Baena


A Feast for the Senses: Exploring the Cheese, Bread, and Wine Festival in Portugal.
Every year, the picturesque town of Palmela in Portugal comes alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors of the "Festival Queijo, Pão e...

Rodrigo Baena


When Love Meets Cuisine: The Tale of an Angolan-Portuguese Culinary Journey
In the heart of Beja, Portugal, a small but vibrant restaurant stands as a testament to the power of love and the fusion of cultures....

Rodrigo Baena


Following my ancestors and finding magic
We return to places to rekindle our experiences, to reunite with old friends, to share laughter with relatives who still call that place...

Rodrigo Baena
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