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Estamos em plena Primavera, a época por excelência dos parques e jardins, e também das flores. Entre os raios de sol e as chuvas que teimam em cair, as floristas enchem-se de pétalas coloridas e caules de todos os tamanhos e feitios. Seja para oferecer a alguém querido, para compor um arranjo bonito e cheiroso lá para casa ou para marchar nas ruas – Abril também é o mês dos cravos – a vila está em flor. Entre no espírito e rodeie-se de flores. Estas são as melhores floristas em Cascais. Recomendado: 🤐 Não conte a ninguém... Oito segredos de Cascais

Easter isn’t officially here until next week (Good Friday falls on April 18th and Easter Sunday on the 20th), but Cascais is already getting into the seasonal spirit with plenty of ways to celebrate. Head out on an egg (or carrot!) hunt with the kids, sample Santini’s latest ice cream creations, or admire – and maybe nibble on – giant chocolate eggs handmade by Da Lis com Amor. You could go all in with a lavish Easter brunch or wind down with a luxury hotel spa day. There’s plenty happening across the borough, from concerts and cooking workshops to all sorts of fun family activities. + Spring in Cascais: 10 ideas to be happy in the new season

A Páscoa só se celebra na próxima semana (esta Sexta-Feira Santa calga a 18 de Abril e o Domingo de Páscoa a 20). Mas Cascais já está cheio de ideias para assinalar a época de muitas formas. Leve os miúdos a caçar ovos (ou cenouras), prove os novos gelados da Santini ou os ovos gigantes de chocolate feitos pela Da Lis com Amor, desfrute de um brunch sem limites ou de um spa relaxante num hotel de luxo. A Páscoa tem muito para oferecer no concelho e ainda há concertos, workshops culinários e muitas outras actividades para as famílias se divertirem. + Primavera em Cascais: 10 ideias para ser feliz na nova estação

Abril, planos mil! Em Cascais não vão faltar coisas para fazer no mês da Liberdade e da Primavera. Celebre a Páscoa de todas as maneiras possíveis (levando os miúdos à caça aos ovos ou desfrutando de um brunch de luxo), reviva o momento em que Ayrton Senna fez história no Estoril e na Fórmula 1, assista às partidas do Millennium Estoril Open, treine na Avenida Marginal ou descubra as borboletas de Cascais, que já é tempo delas. A isto junte ainda mercados, showcookings, exposições, concertos e peças de teatro para preencher a sua agenda este mês. Eis as melhores coisas para fazer em Cascais em Abril. + Coisas grátis para fazer em Cascais

"More laid-back than the capital and with a summer spirit that lasts almost all year round, Cascais is always a great idea - whether it’s for a dip in the sea, fresh seafood, nature walks, or outdoor sports. It doesn’t matter when or for how long you visit - here, the best things never really change. That means stunning views from restaurants and bars, a neighbourhood packed with museums to explore, and a lively cultural scene. But Cascais isn’t just about the classics; new spots are popping up all the time, and they’re well worth your attention. Follow our coordinates and head to the coast to see what's new in Cascais.

Maria Guedes viveu sempre em Cascais, onde organiza os seus famosos mercados Stylista a cada estação. Os eventos, que acontecem na FIARTIL e se tornaram numa referência com o passar dos anos, juntam dezenas de marcas de roupa, acessórios, decoração e criança – quase todas portuguesas –, além de bancas de comida e bebida e de muita animação.  Tudo começou com o blogue Stylista, criado em 2009 e entretanto desactivado, que era um complemento do livro Tanta Roupa e Nada para Vestir, do mesmo ano, com dicas sobre estilo. O projecto deu origem aos mercados que se realizam desde 2013. Para antecipar a próxima edição e ficar a conhecer melhor os seus gostos e rotinas, a Time Out passou um dia perfeito em Cascais com Maria Guedes.  + As melhores coisas para fazer em Cascais em Março

Mais descontraída do que a capital e com um espírito de Verão que dura quase o ano inteiro, Cascais é sempre uma boa ideia quando o tema são mergulhos na praia, restaurantes de peixe, passeios no meio da natureza e desportos ao ar livre. E não importa quando nem por quanto tempo vem – aqui, o que é bom dificilmente muda. Quer isto dizer: a vista deslumbrante de vários restaurantes e bares, um bairro cheio de museus para explorar e uma agenda sempre animada. Mas nem só de clássicos vive Cascais: as novidades multiplicam-se e merecem toda a nossa atenção. Siga as nossas coordenadas e rume à Linha para ver o que há de novo em Cascais. Recomendado: 🚂 Paragem a paragem: os pontos obrigatórios na Linha de Cascais

Maria Guedes has always called Cascais home, and it's here that she organises her famous Stylista markets every season. Hosted at FIARTIL, these events have become a go-to destination over the years, bringing together dozens of Portuguese brands spanning fashion, accessories, home decor, and kids' items - plus plenty of food, drinks, and entertainment. It all started with the Stylista blog, launched in 2009 as an extension of her book Tanta Roupa e Nada para Vestir, a style guide published the same year. That project soon evolved into the much-loved markets, which have been running since 2013. To get a glimpse of her world and build excitement for the next edition, Time Out spent a perfect day in Cascais with Maria Guedes. + The best things to do in Cascais in March

Winter seems never-ending, but to keep you warm, we’ve searched for the best hot chocolates in Cascais. Some prefer it thick enough to eat with a spoon, while others enjoy a more liquid version, reminiscent of classic chocolate milk. From cups to tall glasses, milk chocolate to white — plus dark, salted, pistachio-infused, or flavored with orange and cinnamon — there’s no shortage of options to try in town. And, of course, many places offer plant-based milk alternatives like almond, soy, or oat. These are the must-try hot chocolates while the weather is still chilly — perfect for warming both body and soul. + The best terraces in Cascais to enjoy the cold months

O Inverno nunca mais acaba mas, para o consolar, fomos à descoberta dos melhores chocolates quentes em Cascais. Há quem o prefira mais espesso, de comer à colher; e quem opte pela bebida mais líquida, a fazer lembrar leite com chocolate. Das chávenas aos copos altos, do chocolate de leite ao branco — passando pelo negro, pelo salgado, com pistácios ou o com laranja e canela — não faltam opções para experimentar na vila. E, claro, em muitos dos casos pode optar por leites vegetais (de amêndoa, soja ou aveia) se não desejar leite normal. Estes são os chocolates quentes que tem de provar enquanto o tempo está fresco — para aconchegar o corpo e a alma. + As melhores esplanadas em Cascais para aproveitar os meses frios

March kicks off with a bang thanks to Carnival. If you enjoy a good party, don't miss the Baile da Capivara at Palaphita, at Casa da Guia. Also, make sure to swing by the Mercado da Vila, where the music matches the vibe, and head to Quinta do Pisão if you're looking for fun activities for the little ones. But the month when Spring arrives has much more to offer in Cascais: the first Market Stylista of the year, concerts by Diogo Piçarra and Sétima Legião, the return of the board games festival, new art exhibitions, theatre festivals, boot sales, and food workshops and tastings. Here's the best that Cascais has in store for you over the next few weeks.

It may be the shortest month of the year, but there’s no shortage of things to do during these 28 days in the town of Cascais. Take part in free dance classes, run the 21 kilometres of the Montepio Half Marathon that will connect the Bay to Guincho, or discover the staging of Eva Perón in celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Teatro Experimental de Cascais. Add to this markets, workshops, walks, showcooking, craft sessions, guided tours, and a rally race, and February might just feel too short for everything on offer. Here’s the best that this month has to offer in Cascais. Recommended: What's new in Cascais

O Ageas Cooljazz está de volta para um mês de Julho cheio de música e aqui reunimos todas as informações úteis de que poderá precisar. Como sempre, o evento desdobra-se em várias datas, neste caso de 4 a 31 de Julho, com múltiplas actuações por dia — é um festival que ocorre ao longo do tempo e que também inclui DJ sets de entrada livre, ao domingo. Entre os cabeças de cartaz encontram-se Seal, Benjamin Clementine, Ezra Collective, Jordan Rakei, Tindersticks, Masego, Gilsons, Jota.pê e Slow J. Vão ainda actuar artistas como Rita Vian, Margarida Campelo, Beatriz Nunes, Isabel Rato Quinteto, Silly, Bokor, Ganso, Amaura e Razy. Os horários dos concertos ainda não foram anunciados. Também ainda não foi divulgada a programação dos DJ sets, que tanto vão acontecer após os concertos, no palco Late Nights; como aos domingos, fora dos dias principais do festival, ao final da tarde, nas Cascais Lazy Sessions. Eis o que precisa de saber antes de partir para Cascais. Bilhetes: quanto custam e onde comprar Como sempre, não existem passes gerais no Ageas Cooljazz, apenas bilhetes para cada dia de concertos. Como os artistas em cada data são muito diversos e vêm de sítios distintos, os preços também variam. É possível conhecer todas as opções e comprar os ingressos no site oficial do festival, mas também nas habituais bilheteiras físicas. Os bilhetes estão disponíveis entre os 20€ e os 70€, sendo que para a bancada são ligeiramente mais caros do que para a plateia em pé, mas os mais valioso

Since Christmas Day, December 25th, the Penha Longa Resort – set within the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park – has been home to a premium chocolate shop, open to anyone who wants to visit. The luxury hotel only officially announced the news at the end of March, but the chocolates have had their own dedicated space for a few months now. The Chocolate by Penha Longa is the hotel’s own brand, now celebrating its tenth anniversary. It all started with a small chocolate bar left in the rooms as a welcome gift for guests – a tradition that continues to this day. Since 2017, when master chocolatier Francisco Siopa joined the team, the brand has evolved with a variety of special collections, which until recently were sold at the hotel’s B Lounge bar. “That’s when the idea came up: why not start selling desserts and bonbons? And why not try something different like a chocolate king cake or our own twist on folar?” Francisco Siopa told Time Out Cascais. “So we bought a small display case and placed it in the bar.”   Rita Gazzo  The creative ideas came naturally over time. “If we’ve got a golf course at Penha Longa, why not make golf ball-shaped chocolates (€5)? And what about chocolate lipsticks (€4)? That idea actually came up one Easter for the kids – but it’s been a huge hit with adults too,” says Siopa. Over the years, the team nurtured the dream of having a dedicated space in the hotel for the brand, which kept building its story and chocolate collections. “It’s a bit like the Michel

O The Kitchen, um dos espaços de restauração do hotel Evolution Cascais-Estoril que até agora se encontrava em soft opening, assinala a sua grande (e oficial) estreia esta quarta-feira, 16 de Abril, com o Wine & Grill Kick Off Dinner. Trata-se de um jantar a quatro mãos, idealizado entre o chef Javi Mendez e o consagrado Marc Pinto, que foi eleito o Melhor Sommelier do Ano pelo Guia Michelin. Com 40 lugares disponíveis, será servido um jantar que inclui carpaccio de vaca, picanha de boi maturada na brasa, cordeiro nacional com ervas aromáticas, uma selecção de queijos portugueses e uma tarte de arandos.  Todos os pratos serão acompanhados por um leque de vinhos escolhidos a dedo por Marc Pinto, sommelier do restaurante Fifty Seconds, com uma estrela Michelin. O preço é de 65€ por pessoa e as reservas devem ser feitas através do endereço de email reservations@sanahotels.com do telefone 21 246 8688. Avenida Marginal, 7034, Estoril. 19.00-23.00. 212 468 688. 65€ As melhores coisas para fazer em Cascais em Abril + As melhores coisas para fazer no Estoril

Desde o passado Dia de Natal, 25 de Dezembro, que o Penha Longa Resort, no Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais, tem uma loja de chocolates premium aberta a todos os que a queiram visitar. O hotel de luxo só anunciou publicamente a novidade no final do mês de Março, mas os chocolates já têm uma casa própria há alguns meses. A The Chocolate by Penha Longa é uma marca própria do hotel que já soma uma década de vida. Tudo começou com uma pequena tablete de chocolate que era colocada nos quartos como oferta para os hóspedes – tradição que se mantém e que está para ficar. Desde 2017, quando o chef chocolateiro Francisco Siopa chegou ao hotel, que a marca se tem vindo a diversificar com várias colecções especiais, que até aqui eram vendidas no B Lounge, o bar do Penha Longa. “Na altura, surgiu a ideia: por que não começar a vender sobremesas e bombons? E fazermos coisas diferentes como um bolo-rei de chocolate ou o nosso folar? Comprámos uma pequena vitrine que colocámos no bar”, conta Francisco Siopa à Time Out Cascais.  Rita Gazzo As ideias criativas foram chegando com o tempo. “Se temos um campo de golfe no Penha Longa, por que não termos chocolates em forma de bola de golfe (5€)? E se fizéssemos uns batoms (4€)? Foi uma ideia que surgiu uma vez numa Páscoa, para as crianças, mas que também tem tido uma saída incrível para os adultos.” Ao longo do tempo foram maturando a ideia de terem um espaço próprio no hotel dedicado à marca, que foi acumulando história e colecções de chocolat

The exhibition by ceramist Bela Silva opens this Wednesday, April 9th, at the windows of Loja das Meias, in the centre of Cascais. "As Janelas da Bela", curated by Carlos Pissarra, will be on display until April 23rd. Born in Lisbon and living between the Portuguese capital, Brussels (Belgium), and Paris (France), the artist has a solid international career and rarely exhibits in Portugal. "It was an unexpected invitation, Carlos had wanted to do something with me for a long time. He invited me, and I said yes, partly because it’s a store I’ve known since I was a child. It was part of my aunts" era, with all that tradition, and they have good taste, always discovering new creators,' says Bela Silva to Time Out Cascais during the setup of the small exhibition. The ceramist has a close connection with the world of fashion – her mother worked in the industry and designed clothing, so her interest in fabrics remained as a family inheritance. Rita Gazzo "Fashion transforms – we can change and look like different people depending on the clothes we put on. It’s like clay, we’re always creating new things. Clothes have that quality of transforming us," she says, referring to the plasticity of both contexts, "worlds that touch each other." Bela Silva was already preparing this series of ceramic pieces when she received the invitation from Carlos Pissarra. "From the pieces I was making, I chose the ones that made the most sense for this space, the ones that had a connection to fabric

From the heart of Lisbon to the centre of Cascais. More than a year after preparations began, Café de São Bento finally opens in the town this Wednesday, April 9th, on the famous Rua Amarela. The menu — which features the house's signature steak as its main attraction — is "strictly identical" to the one at the original location, assures the owner of the restaurant group, Miguel Garcia, who purchased Café de São Bento in 2022 with plans for expansion. Cascais has always been one of the locations considered. In fact, while searching for spaces, Miguel Garcia discovered what would eventually become Bougain. Following his growing connection to the town, he was later invited to explore the restaurant by the Bay that would become the Italian Corleone. Now, the time has come for Café de São Bento — and the plans for expansion remain, with another restaurant in Lisbon and one in Porto already confirmed as goals by the owner. The traditional Café de São Bento steak, which has had the exact same recipe since its founding in 1982, remains the hallmark and soul of the restaurant — in fact, it was even named by Time Out as "the best steak in Lisbon". Perhaps it’s now "the best steak in Cascais". Made with sirloin, it costs €30 (200 grams) or €35 (250 grams). If you prefer rib-eye, it’s €27 (200 grams). Alternatively, they also serve grilled steaks or the Portuguese-style steak, with garlic, bay leaves, and cured ham. All comes with homemade fries. Rita GazzoO famoso bife The dish is in

On the same day that the CascaisVilla shopping centre began to be demolished, the first two images of the project that will replace it were revealed. This is ATÓLL, a residential and commercial building designed by the renowned British architect Norman Foster, in collaboration with the Portuguese studio Fragmentos. One of the aims of this architectural project is to create a greener and more harmonious entrance to Cascais, with fewer cars and a building integrated into the surrounding environment. "ATÓLL is designed for those who value a connection to nature, meaningful relationships, and purposeful design — a project that combines sustainability, creativity, and well-being," said Filippo Buffa and Federico Rosales, the heads of the real estate company PRIME, the project’s developers, in a statement.   DR The apartments will have terraces that will benefit from sunlight, botanical gardens will be featured, and there will be "state-of-the-art technology." "Norman Foster's architectural vision and the dedication of the entire team will transform our region into a truly unique destination," says the Mayor of Cascais, Carlos Carreiras. "Located in the historic centre of Cascais, this project will enhance the beauty and prestige of the city, while also reinforcing our long-standing commitment to environmental sustainability." The two images released refer to the street, where trees and the traditional Portuguese pavement can be seen, as well as the ground-floor spaces of the bui

The Avenida Marginal, connecting Cascais to Lisbon, will soon have a maximum speed limit of 50 km/h along its entire length. To implement this new rule, new signage will be installed, with works expected to cause traffic disruptions between April 7th and 18th. The announcement was made on Friday, April 4th, by Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP), which explained that the change aims to "increase safety for all users." The work will take place between 8.00 AM and 6.00 PM and will involve the "phased removal of the shoulder or lane," which is expected to cause normal traffic constraints. "We ask for your understanding regarding the inconveniences and disruptions caused by this situation, confident that we are contributing to improving the safety conditions of the infrastructure and, most importantly, for its users," added IP. The news comes just days after three cyclists were hit by a car on Avenida Marginal. Two of the victims were seriously injured and all were taken to hospital. + What’s new in Cascais

In an increasingly touristy historic centre, a new spot has recently opened with the aim of being a community hub, first attracting local residents — both portuguese and foreign — and only later visitors. Welcome to Underground Sports Bar, a game bar that opened on February 14th in a space that once housed a strip club. The ground floor is small and unassuming, with the bar and a tiny outdoor terrace. But the Underground Sports Bar truly reveals itself when you head downstairs to the basement — a spacious area filled with snooker tables, arcade machines, darts, football, and tables where you can (and should) challenge friends to a board game. Rita GazzoA esplanada no exterior “I used to be a regular at the bars in the Cascais area, but the typical portuguese bar has disappeared. They've all turned into Irish or American Pubs, there was a gap for a Portuguese pub,” says the owner, Luís Salgado. “We want to start by winning over the Portuguese, and then move on to the tourists.” At 42, Luís already had experience in Cascais' nightlife scene. Together with his brother Ivo, immersed in the local rock and punk music scene, they began organising concerts at the old Lotus bar, which would later become Rock N Shots, and eventually evolve into the Stairway Club. Rita Gazzo After several years working in the music events industry with the promoter Amazing Events — responsible for projects like Vagos Metal Fest and Soundflower Fest — Luís returned to his roots with a different conce

The Festa do Cinema Italiano has been expanding across the country, with different cities and towns hosting the festival. This year, Cascais will hold seven days of screenings from April 10th to 16th. The Centro Cultural de Cascais will showcase Italian films such as Férias de Agosto by Paolo Virzì; Un Mondo a Parte by Riccardo Milani; Ennio, the Maestro by Giuseppe Tornatore; O Lugar do Trabalho by Michele Riondino; The Last Godfather by Antonio Piazza and Fabio Grassadonia; Ainda Temos o Amanhã by Paola Cortellesi; The Great Ambition by Andrea Segre; No Dogs or Italians Allowed by Alain Ughetto; Bon Schuur Ticino by Peter Luisi; Affirmative Pereira by Roberto Faenza; Vivi Nascosto by Guido Guidi; and Confessions by Daniele Luchetti. The programme also includes a screening as part of the Greenfest sustainability event, taking place at the Centro de Congressos do Estoril, with the documentary Food For Profit - The Business of Food by Giulia Innocenzi and Pablo D’Ambrosi. Additionally, there will be a cine-dinner at Casa de Santa Maria on the 14th, celebrating the centenary of actor Marcello Mastroianni. Attendees will watch A Special Day by Ettore Scola and sample dishes from the Italian restaurant Aqafarina. Except for the dinner, which costs €50, all screenings of the Festa do Cinema Italiano in Cascais are free of charge, with tickets available for collection. The full programme, including all times, can be consulted on the official website of the event.

From April 4th to 21st, Páscoa na Vila returns to Carcavelos for its third edition, transforming Parque da Quinta da Alagoa into a festive playground for all ages. Best of all? Entry is completely free. Kids can hop aboard a vintage parisian carousel, ride a mini rail train, or brave a treetop adventure course. There’ll be trampolines to bounce on, a mini ferris wheel to ride, faces to paint, and eggs to hunt — plus the delightfully adorable Passeio do Coelho (that’s a bunny parade, if you're wondering). Grown-ups aren’t left out either, with a local market selling sweet treats, handmade crafts and regional goodies. There’s also an Easter workshop and a whimsical themed village to explore. Mon–Thu 12.00–19.00; Fri–Sun 11.00–20.00; Easter Sunday 15.00–20.00. Free + The major events happening in Cascais in 2025

Get ready for Sacode Poeira, a vibrant weekend of “encounter, music and camaraderie” celebrating artists from the PALOP (Portuguese-speaking African countries) community who reside in or frequently visit Portugal. Taking place at the Sociedade Musical União Paredense (SMUP) in Parede, the event runs from May 9th to 11th. Curated by the promoter Filho Único, the programme includes performances by Silvino Branca, Pedrinha Xalé, Jorge Rosa & Kambanda, Maria Alice, Mindelo, Ninho Anguené and friends, Djonsaba Kanouté, and Bulauê Relikia. There will also be a discussion with Chalo Correia, Alcides Nascimento and Ana José Charrua, moderated by Nael Nascimento; and a screening of the iconic French film La Haine (1995), chosen by Luso-Angolan filmmaker Kiluanje Liberdade. Sacode Poeira will also feature the launch of a fanzine, plenty of socialising with food and drinks, and a cassette release with music from the featured artists, recorded at Estúdios Namouche in Lisbon especially for this event. Tickets are on sale for €5, with SMUP members paying only €4. Rua Marquês de Pombal, 319, Parede. 21 457 1325. €4–€5 + The best things to do in Parede

From Berlin to Sassoeiros—that’s the journey chef Ivo Salgueiro took when he left the kitchen of a fine-dining restaurant in the german capital after several years to return to his home country. He was invited back by a friend, João Alves—one of the owners of the new Joanino (alongside his namesake business partner, João Capitão)—to take charge of the kitchen at this modern Portuguese restaurant, which puts a fresh spin on traditional petiscos while drawing inspiration from global flavours. Opened in December 2024, Joanino took over the very same space previously occupied by another culinary venture from the same team. Hoja Santa, which launched in August 2023, quickly became a go-to spot for lovers of authentic Mexican cuisine. However, the high cost of importing quality ingredients—essential to maintaining the restaurant’s standards—ultimately made the concept unsustainable. Rita Gazzo So, they opted for a petiscos restaurant—something more familiar to the Portuguese palate—especially given the location in a predominantly residential area on the border between Cascais and Oeiras. Before Hoja Santa, the space was home to the traditional Olh’ó Petisco. “The menu reflects a little bit of everywhere I’ve been, the trips I’ve taken, the things I’ve learned—but without straying too far from classic petiscos, to keep the risk in check,” explains Ivo Salgueiro. “Coming from Berlin, I know people here aren’t as naturally open to very different things. We want to stand out—and we d