The voice that all the Portuguese know well was born 38 years ago in Lisbon, and has been dedicating her life to music. She started as a drummer on a school theatre group and was part of several musical projects: she was the vocals for the Atomic Bees, plaid bass with the Rebel Red Dog, had her own solo project, the Photographs, and since 2003 has been part of David Fonseca’s group. In parallel, she collaborates in several other projects, such as sound tracks. Her daughter is one of her biggest personal achievements; on a professional level, she wants to keep doing what she likes best – her music – and she is preparing the release of a new album still this year.
How do you present the town to those that don’t know about it?
It’s a tiny town, but very cool. Surrounded by green, peace and tranquility. And at the same time, one can find here all that’s needed.
Complete the following sentences:
Only in Loures will I find… the Snail Festival!
A perfect day in Loures is like this… Have breakfast and read for a while at Quinta do Conventinho. Eat a Prawn Curry at the Salero Restaurant and spend the afternoon promenading around the small surrounding villages. In the evening, go for a nice dinner at the “A Horta” restaurant, particularly in the Winter, as it has a wonderful fireplace.
We cannot leave Loures without… Listening to the siren that rings every day at noon at the Firehouse!
Your Best of Loures
Places that we cannot miss visiting and the reason why:
– a monument: the Parish Church. Built sometime during the Fifteen Century, has a wonderful altar.
– a museum / cultural space: At the Municipal Museum, we have the privilege of observing artifacts of archeological nature, that testify to the habits and traditions of the local rural populations.
– a garden: The Town Park is an ample space, thought for families and for those seeking quietness at any time of the day.
– a panoramic view: The Serra de Loures Panoramic Viewpoint is a good motive to take a short car ride up to São João da Talha and enjoy the view of the hills that surround the town.
The best leisure / outdoor activities in Loures: To read a book while seating on a bench at the Major Rosa Bastos Garden.
The best restaurants:
– For Portuguese cuisine: A Horta
– For fish and seafood: Salero
– For appetizers: Mercearia do Fanqueiro
– For a “good deal” meal: O Grelhador
– To enjoy the view: Chão do Prado
The best coffee houses: Solar do Açúcar, Le Grand Gatô
The best stores: LoureShopping is the best place for shopping.
