10 Portuguese women you really need to know
International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8th. However, at Porto Secreto we believe that no date and/or event is necessary to highlight and celebrate Portuguese women. Against…...
15 photos that show the beauty of our winter-dressed Porto
Winter is back and it’s here to stay until March 20, 2025. With the new season also comes the cold and shorter days. However, none of this makes…...
Where you can find delicious Bolos-Reis in Porto (with bonus)
There are several sweets in Porto’s confectionery shops that we love, or simply try the most typical dishes. However, as Christmas approaches, Bolo-Rei is one of the most…...
73 spooky songs to get you in the Halloween mood
The celebration of Halloween is becoming more and more popular in Portugal, and the proof of this is the packed agenda of events around this time. However, there are always those who prefer to stay at home and…...
14 museums in Porto that you really must visit (and more)
Sometimes we don’t know our city as well as others we visit on vacation. If this is where you live and work, you may have already been surprised by a question from an outside friend or colleague about some…...
From the instagrammable to the healthier: 26 places for brunch in and around Porto
Brunches, an elegant mix between breakfast and lunch, are a trend that is here to stay. From pancakes, eggs of all kinds, toast or salads, there’s nothing off-limits , and that’s what makes a brunch so speci...
Italian restaurants: a guide to experiencing transalpine flavors in and around Porto
It’s no secret that Porto’s gastronomic offer is full of cross-border delicacies, such as Mexican or Asian…...
10 places to drink cocktails in Porto
Autumn has arrived in force. On the one hand, there are those who are looking for the best places to drink a delicious hot chocolate. On the other…...
Do you know the history of Portuguese sidewalk and the pavers of Porto?
At Porto Secreto our mission is to keep up with the news, but also to act as a guide to the city. That’s why we write about museums and…...
On International Joke Day, these podcasts will bring out the good humor in you
July kicks off with International Joke Day, celebrated unofficially on July 1 all over the world. Around here, we believe that laughter really is the best medicine. That’s why we wanted to mark the date. Luckily f...