EPISODE 4 - From Olhão with Love: A birthday walk through town

Soundscapes and Stories from a Portuguese Fishing Town In this episode, Tara and Kate invite you on a journey through the coastal town of Olhão in the Eastern Algarve, Portugal.  The episode captures the lively atmosphere of Olhão's fish and produce markets along with interactions with locals, painting a vivid picture of the town's charm and culture.  For visuals - please see:INSTAGRAM REEL They also delve into Portuguese coffee traditions and prepare for their next adventure, exploring a new garden-to-table restaurant.   ************************************************************   Any questions, comments or suggestions - please email us at [email protected] Casa Fuzetta is an exceptional private home in the heart of the authentic fishing town of Olhão, in the unspoilt eastern Algarve, Portugal. The house is available to rent on an exclusive basis throughout the year for wellness retreats, corporate retreats, special celebrations, multi-generational holidays and photo shoots. (The Algarve is one of the few areas in Europe to enjoy 300 days of sunshine per year!) It is ideal for large families*, friends and groups seeking a high-end, yet relaxed, private and intimate location for time together, special occasions and/or retreats.  The house sleeps up to 22 in style and comfort, and is located within a fifteen minute drive of Faro airport, which itself is less than 3 hours away from London and other major European cities. *(with children aged 8 years or more) In this final episode of Season 2, Tara and Kate explore the fascinating journey of Anna Henriques, founder of the Golden Web Retreat, a healing sanctuary situated near Fuseta, in the eastern Algarve of Portugal.  Anna shares her incredible story, from her origins in Jamaica and New York, to her unexpected Portuguese citizenship through Sephardic Jewish heritage, and her ultimate decision to settle in Portugal. The narrative interweaves historical events like the Spanish Inquisition and Jewish pirates of the Caribbean with Anna's personal quest for belonging and community. Along the way, Anna discusses the vision and development of the Golden Web Retreat, highlighting its natural beauty, spiritual environment, and future plans.  The episode is set against the backdrop of nature, with vivid descriptions of local wildlife and landscape. **************************************************** Casa Fuzetta is an exceptional private home in the heart of the authentic fishing town of Olhão, in the unspoilt eastern Algarve, Portugal. The house is available to rent on an exclusive basis throughout the year for wellness retreats, corporate retreats, special celebrations, multi-generational holidays and photo shoots. (The Algarve is one of the few areas in Europe to enjoy 300 days of sunshine per year!) It is ideal for large families*, friends and groups seeking a high-end, yet relaxed, private and intimate location for time together, special occasions and/or retreats.  The house sleeps up to 22 in style and comfort, and is located within a fifteen minute drive of Faro airport, which itself is less than 3 hours away from London and other major European cities. *(with children aged 8 years or more) For more about Casa Fuzetta - please visit casafuzetta.com Details of our upcoming retreats can be found here: https://www.casafuzetta.com/2026-retreats https://www.casafuzetta.com/2027-retreats Join our mailing list to be amongst the first to hear about new availability and retreat dates. https://www.casafuzetta.com/keep-in-touch   You can tap into the sights and spirit of Olhão and the retreats at Casa Fuzetta - by following us on your favourite social media platform. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casafuzetta Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/casafuzetta   For interior design and sourcing inspiration, explore: https://uk.pinterest.com/tgdonovan/   To shop the Casa Fuzetta Edit, please visit: https://www.casafuzetta.com/edit   Enjoy a special discount from our friends at La-Eva by using “LA-EVAxCASAFUZETTA” at https://la-eva.com/collections/shop   OTHER ELEMENTS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:   RODE mikes - for recording when on the go https://rode.com/en/microphones/wireless/wirelessgoii?variant_sku=WIGOII Bear in mind you will also need: https://rode.com/en/accessories/adaptors-cables/sc19?variant_sku=SC19   Why we Love Olhão Here are a couple of instagram reels we have created showcasing Why we Love Olhão - enjoy! https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_qYSJMsBCT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://www.instagram.com/reel/Crdzp8wga4E/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==   Don’t just take our word for it… here’s a wonderful recent article by Lulu Townsend for House&Garden:  https://www.houseandgarden.co.uk/article/Olhão-portugal-algarve-travel-guide?utm_source=Twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_social-type=owned&utm_brand=houseandgarden   Coffee culture in Portugal is worthy of respect and can confuse newcomers - here’s one of the best and most in-depth guides we have found: https://catavino.net/portugal-coffee-ordering-guide/   Piri Piri sauce You should be able to find a good bottle in most good supermarkets. If you are brave and a serious lover of heat - you could make your own - here’s a recipe from BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/piri-piri_sauce_59380   Litao: To understand more about this unique Olhãonese delicacy, explore: https://beckyinportugal.com/2016/08/26/dried-fish-portugal/ https://www.sulinformacao.pt/en/2013/12/no-natal-de-Olhão-troca-se-o-bacalhau-pelo-litao/   We love a PomPom  If you do too, here’s a guide on how to make a pompom - https://www.stitchandstory.com/blogs/getting-started/how-to-make-quick-pom-poms-from-fork-and-yarn?srsltid=AfmBOop0s5-T_9PMr0Ig8Nk1njNKGAkDrSpfxax42JtfbmeGceXW1y7_