--- title: Wine & Food Travel Blog | Alexandra Monteiro (9) description: Alexandra is a marketing specialist with a global mindset and a deep appreciation for culture. With a Master’s in Commercial Management and Marketing - and another in Chinese Studies - she effortlessly connects strategy with storytelling. A true travel enthusiast, she finds inspiration in Eastern traditions and brings that same sense of curiosity and detail to her work. At Wine Tourism in Portugal, she blends her love for discovery with a passion for sharing Portugal’s wine culture with the world. (9) --- [![svgexport-1 (2)](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/hs-fs/hubfs/svgexport-1%20(2).png?width=319&height=45&name=svgexport-1%20(2).png)](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/)   ![support](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/hs-fs/hubfs/icons/support.png?width=22&name=support.png)Contact our Team: +351 22 6102075 - [Best Sellers](https://tours.winetourismportugal.com/best-sellers-wine-tours-in-portugal) - [Cruises](https://tours.winetourismportugal.com/cruises-tours-portugal) - [Wine & Food](https://tours.winetourismportugal.com/wine-food-tours) - [Luxury Tours](https://tours.winetourismportugal.com/luxury-wine-tours-portugal) - [Culture & Heritage](https://tours.winetourismportugal.com/culture-heritage-tours) - [Short Breaks](https://tours.winetourismportugal.com/short-breaks-in-portugal) # Wine & Food Travel Blog ### The best tips, inspirations and experiences of wine tourism in Portugal - - [Wine Tours](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/wine-tours) - [City Breaks](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/city-breaks) - [Douro](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/douro) - [Lisbon](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/lisbon) - [Porto](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/porto) - [Alentejo](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/alentejo) ### Latest Posts ![](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/hubfs/Foto.png) By [Alexandra Monteiro](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/author/alexandra-monteiro) On March 11, 2026 ## [Michelin Guide Portugal 2026: The Full List of New Starred Restaurants](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/michelin-guide-portugal-2026-the-full-list-of-new-starred-restaurants) The gastronomic world turned its eyes to the Atlantic this week as the Michelin Guide Portugal 2026 winners were officially announced. In a historic move, the... Topics: [new restaurants in Portugal](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/new-restaurants-in-portugal), [New Michelin Stars Portugal](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/new-michelin-stars-portugal), [Best Restaurants Portugal 2026](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/best-restaurants-portugal-2026), ![](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/hubfs/Foto.png) By [Alexandra Monteiro](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/author/alexandra-monteiro) On March 7, 2026 ## [Portugal: One of the Safest Destinations to Travel in Europe](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/portugal-one-of-the-safest-destinations-to-travel-in-europe) ## Portugal Ranks Among the Safest Countries in the World When planning a European getaway, safety is no longer just a "plus"—it is a deciding factor. For... Topics: [Safest destinations in Europe](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/safest-destinations-in-europe), [Is Portugal safe for tourists](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/is-portugal-safe-for-tourists), [Portugal political stability](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/portugal-political-stability), ![](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/hubfs/Foto.png) By [Alexandra Monteiro](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/author/alexandra-monteiro) On March 3, 2026 ## [How to Spend 10 Days in Portugal and Spain in Summer](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/how-to-spend-10-days-in-portugal-and-spain-in-summer) ## 10 Days in Portugal and Spain Summer is the perfect season to explore the Iberian Peninsula. With golden coastlines, historic cities, vineyard-covered valleys,... Topics: [Algarve Experiences](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/algarve-experiences), [Douro Valley wine tours](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/douro-valley-wine-tours), [food and wine experiences Portugal](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/food-and-wine-experiences-portugal), ![](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/hubfs/Foto.png) By [Alexandra Monteiro](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/author/alexandra-monteiro) On February 23, 2026 ## [Henrique Sá Pessoa Opens His Namesake Restaurant in Lisbon](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/michelin-star-chef-henrique-sá-pessoa-opens-a-new-restaurant-in-lisbon) ## Henrique Sá Pessoa: Inside the Chef's New Namesake Restaurant in Lisbon Michelin-starred chef Henrique Sá Pessoa has opened a [new restaurant in Lisbon](https://www.winetourismportugal.com/en/customize-your-tour-or-experience), and he... 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Topics: [best hotels in Porto](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/best-hotels-in-porto), [where to eat in Porto](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/where-to-eat-in-porto), [best things to do in Porto](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/best-things-to-do-in-porto), ![](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/hubfs/Foto.png) By [Alexandra Monteiro](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/author/alexandra-monteiro) On February 17, 2026 ## [Discover Portugal in 14 Days: The Ultimate Wine, Food & Cultural Itinerary](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/discover-portugal-in-14-days-the-ultimate-wine-food-cultural-journey) Portugal is a country where history, wine, and gastronomy blend effortlessly. From the iconic streets of Lisbon to the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley,... 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