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by tomgibson
Fri Feb 10, 2017 11:06 am
Forum: General Carvoeiro
Topic: April Visit - worth it?
Replies: 10
Views: 8649

Re: April Visit - worth it?

Personally I would say you would be fine. We have been out at varying times of the year over the last 20 years or so and have found it a very pleasant time of the year to go. Not too hot and no crowds. Not quite the time for sun worshippers but generally you can still sit outside in the sun enjoying...
by tomgibson
Sun Dec 11, 2016 12:55 pm
Forum: General Carvoeiro
Topic: Hop on - Hop off bus
Replies: 29
Views: 29609

Re: Hop on - Hop off bus

Thanks for confirming that cumbria sue.
by tomgibson
Thu Dec 08, 2016 8:58 pm
Forum: General Carvoeiro
Topic: Hop on - Hop off bus
Replies: 29
Views: 29609

Re: Hop on - Hop off bus

This sounds marvellous. Having been coming to the Carvoeiro area for over 20 years and for the last 15 having our own place on Rocha Brava we have always hired a car. However just before we came out in September my eye surgeon decided to withdraw my driving licence. Whilst we managed well enough wit...
by tomgibson
Wed Sep 21, 2016 4:59 pm
Forum: Restaurant reviews
Topic: Helders - Rocha Brava
Replies: 29
Views: 33202

Re: Helders - Rocha Brava

We have been out here for two weeks now, enjoying the fantastic weather and have eaten at Helder's new restaurant 4 times. The food is excellent, good sized portions and really good value. Well worth a visit if you are in the area.
by tomgibson
Sun Jun 12, 2016 11:13 am
Forum: Restaurant reviews
Topic: Restaurants in Benagil
Replies: 4
Views: 4249

Re: Restaurants in Benagil

O Litoral is great. Good food at a fair price.
by tomgibson
Wed May 11, 2016 11:52 am
Forum: General Carvoeiro
Topic: European Rugby
Replies: 7
Views: 5673

Re: European Rugby

So Helder has re-opened then?
by tomgibson
Tue Apr 05, 2016 9:59 am
Forum: Rocha Brava
Topic: Missing Helder
Replies: 6
Views: 12495

Re: Missing Helder

Happened to meet up with Helder last Wednesday. He is still in the process of improving his kitchen facilities and is turning the games room into a restaurant area with a slightly more extensive menu. Whilst the premises didn't look anywhere near completion he said he hopes to be re-opening soon.
by tomgibson
Sun Apr 03, 2016 12:01 pm
Forum: Restaurant reviews
Topic: Ponto de Encontro, or something like that!
Replies: 76
Views: 68028

Re: Ponto de Encontro, or something like that!

Just back home from a two week stay. Visited this restaurant twice and on both occasions had superb meals. Sadly Alfonso has parted company with the owner Paulo (quite amicably) which is a great shame as they made for a superb team. Looking forward to our next visit in September.
by tomgibson
Sun Jan 31, 2016 12:42 pm
Forum: General Carvoeiro
Topic: Paulo formerly of Casa Algarvia
Replies: 11
Views: 10471

Re: Paulo formerly of Casa Algarvia

Good to know that they are still doing well. This is one of our favourite places. Good food, good value, great atmosphere and friendly service. We will be back again next month.
by tomgibson
Fri Nov 27, 2015 1:21 pm
Forum: Restaurant reviews
Topic: Villa Medici
Replies: 23
Views: 21566

Re: Villa Medici

Interesting comments. I have never been as I have always considered the place and menu rather pretentious and looked overly priced. You have rather confirmed my thoughts. Thanks.
by tomgibson
Thu Oct 15, 2015 5:27 pm
Forum: General Carvoeiro
Topic: Pet Friendly Hotel in Salamanca
Replies: 8
Views: 7042

Re: Pet Friendly Hotel in Salamanca

Carvoeiro to Seville is approximately 2 hours.
by tomgibson
Tue Oct 06, 2015 6:25 pm
Forum: Restaurant reviews
Topic: Ponto de Encontro, or something like that!
Replies: 76
Views: 68028

Re: Ponto de Encontro, or something like that!

Having just returned to the UK after a month in Carvoeiro we used this restaurant 4 times and enjoyed the food and service every time. Paulo and Alfonso are excellent hosts and really succeed in making you feel welcome and at home. When they were running Casa Algarvia in the town that was one of our...
by tomgibson
Thu Sep 24, 2015 4:25 pm
Forum: Restaurant reviews
Topic: Ponto de Encontro, or something like that!
Replies: 76
Views: 68028

Re: Ponto de Encontro, or something like that!

Well, well! We were there too. Always good food and great service at reasonable prices.
by tomgibson
Fri Sep 18, 2015 9:23 pm
Forum: Restaurant reviews
Topic: Ponto de Encontro, or something like that!
Replies: 76
Views: 68028

Re: Ponto de Encontro, or something like that!

This is rapidly becoming one of the best restaurants in the area. Always a warm welcome and excellent food at reasonable prices. Check out the wine list too.