We have had a steady stream of guests this year. Most have been extremely complimentary, with positive notes in the visitors books, and lots of suggestions of places to visit.We even had a letter sent to the HPB office which
Grape-picking in the village
The weather improved a little and everyone in the village has been out grape-picking. We helped at one of the large vineyards in Silvares, and as usual were rewarded, along with about 50 others, with a large enjoyable lunch. We
Last years’ wine bottled
For the last week it feels as though we have had nothing but rain, at times very heavy. It has delayed the grape picking and as of today we are still not sure exactly when we will pick. The good
Grapes ripen and figs are drying
We’re coming to the end of another long hot summer here. We have spent a lot of time in the swimming pool, and have cultivated lovely tans. The grapes are ripening and will be ready to pick in the next
Forest fires get closer
Yet another fire close to the Quinta, this is probably the closest we have seen. Although the summer did not start until mid June, it has been consistently hot and dry with virtually no rain. On a recent visit to
Long hot summer
I haven’t been posting much this year. After a really long winter, rain into early June! We have been enjoying a long hot summer, Unfortunately this has caused many forest fires in the area, some of which have been quite
How time flies
This year has just flown by! The weather has been unusual in that the first three months of the year had little rain, and lots of sunshine. then there was a little rain, followed by a long hot summer. This
Solar heating for the pool
Two more very different months weather-wise, lots of rain and cool. We have had a few guests, but it is very quiet. I guess the current financial situation is having an effect. After a couple of years coping with just