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Sophia, celebrating the extraordinary literary journey
As of 25 January, and in the context of the celebration of the centenary of Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen, the Biodiversity Gallery, namely the Live Science Centre of Porto is home to a "never-before-seen" photo exhibition, installation and archive of documents from Sophia's personal library. The exhibit, themed "Pour ma Sophie", is organised by Oxana Ianin, and curated by Martim Sousa Tavares, conductor and Sophia's grandson.
The smallest street in Porto hosts public urban art
The smallest street in town, Afonso Martins Alho street is the perfect canvas to showcasing street art in Porto, namely the mural painting by Galician artist Liqen, "Perspéntico", promoted by the municipal company PortoLazer, in the context of the Urban Art Programme of Porto.
Vestas chose Porto on account of its talent pool
"Talent was the number one reason for vestas to settle in Portugal", specifically in Porto and the Northern Region of the country, as stated on 21 January by Vestas's Vice-Chairman Jorge Magalhães to Lusa News Agency, in the context of his participation in the Conference Investment, innovation and Digitalisation: the Portuguese case, which took place in Lisbon.
Looking for a lunchtime shake-up? Try francesinha
According to data from the National Institute of Statistics (INE), there are in Porto 724 cafés and 38 restaurants, and, according to the President of Porto Traders Association, Joel Azevedo, the francesinha can be found on the menus of nearly all restaurants and cafés in the Invicta.
Workshop by Holland Andrews at Campo Alegre
Holland Andrews will deliver a workshop at Teatro do Campo Alegre, on 31 January, starting at 4 pm. The American experimental vocalist and clarinettist, composer and performer works across Europe and the United States,
Turning FC Porto's former Head Office into a hotel in the heart of the city
The remodelling of the old Head Office of FC Porto, located at Praça General Humberto Delgado will give way to a boutique hotel, an investment of 2.8 million euros, related to the FC Porto brand.
"Old world charm with a burst of new world energy"
In-between "sitting in one of Porto's cafés enjoying a pastel de nata" or "jogging beside the river Douro to work off the calories", Oliver explains how to best savour a whole 48 hours in the Invicta.
Faculty of Arts of the University of Porto celebrates 100 years of intellectual freedom
The Faculty of Arts, University of Porto (FLUP) celebrates its 100 anniversary in 2019. The centenary of the Faculty's establishment highlights the innovative, radical, creative, and pioneering spirit of the school.
TAP covers direct flights between Porto and New York six days a week
TAP covers direct flights between Porto and New York six days a week at a time when other airliners bet on air connections to and from Porto Airport. This is extraordinary news for Porto and could only be accomplished due to the acknowledgment that Porto is a city for the future.
Bolhão Temporary Market offers academic traditional singing on 19 January
Switch off from the hectic busy week and find a soothing stress-out escape at Bolhão Temporary Market, this Saturday, 19 January, starting at 3 pm as Bolhão offers traditional serenades. Entrance free, as usual.