Lisbon....Simply Charming

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October 15th 2021

Published: November 2nd 2021

We immediately liked the feel of Lisbon and could not tell you exactly why. Could it be that Lisbon is nestled among many hills, which create natural divisions for little neighborhoods and each with plenty of personality? Or perhaps that it is next to the water, which is always a natural draw for us? Are we describing San Francisco? No....this is Lisbon and it's charm grabbed us immediately. As we... Read Full Entry

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Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

D MJ Binkley

Photographers, divers, writers, foodies, chefs and music enthusiasts. Travelers' Century Club Members: 12/2023. MJ 107 and Dave 104. We appreciate your feedback and if you like our stories we would appreciate it if you follow our blog. We live on North Hutchinson Island, Florida. If you are in Florida please send us a private message as we would love to meet you. Two retired nurses who are passionate about traveling the world. Our love of travel, meeting new people and experiencing new cultures will hopefully take us to wonderful plac... full info

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2nd November 2021

DaveandIssy
Dave and Issy Sheehan

Lisbon
This is indeed a beautiful city. Enjoy! And yes, a good travel is agent is worth their weight in gold.

2nd November 2021

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Lisbon
We really enjoyed Lisbon. Thanks for reading and commenting.

2nd November 2021

Kuan Yin
Karen Johnson

Another place to add to the list
Lisbon looks charming; it reminds be a bit of Istanbul with the trams and interesting architecture. And it looks like you had great weather, Question: How was the octopus? I've tried octopus twice, and both times it was like trying to eat a rubber bath mat: really chewy and rather tasteless. I trust your experience was better.

2nd November 2021

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Add Lisbon to the list
Indeed we found it charming. I think you need to book a trip. The octopus was tender and wonderful. A taste treat. Give it a try when you get to Portugal.

2nd November 2021

bvchef
Brendan Vermillion

What a great blog
I guess I am biased because I was there, but I loved this blog. It was a fun read, and brought back great memories.

3rd November 2021

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

What a great blog
Yes, you were there every step of the way. You picked two really great tours which made our time in the city even better! More travels soon.

4th November 2021

Michael Huffman
non-member comment

together again!
Great to see the three amigos together again touring and eating their way through it...and sharing with us of course

5th November 2021

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Together again
We had a great trip. We did manage to eat our way through Lisbon....

7th November 2021

Dancing Dave
David Hooper

Octopus
The photo of this dish is amazing. You really aced this one! 5 Stars. I find food photos close to impossible to take, I can't seem to make the subject look appetizing, except maybe Denise's cakes.

7th November 2021

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Octopus
Thank you for the kind praise. I do like close ups of food. Dave prefers to show the presentation of the food. No wrong way to do it.

7th November 2021

Dancing Dave
David Hooper

Cooking Lison
Thought for a moment the "Lison" was a typo...but examination of the photo of the Chef...I guess its a wine-induced pronunciation mumble...or maybe a drunken slur!!!

7th November 2021

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Cooking Lisbon
Typo's are always a possibility with us. The chef was in rare form! We had a marvelous time.

8th November 2021

Readingfcboi
Alan Atkinson

Chorizo Omelet
This sounds and looks yummy :P

9th November 2021

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Chorizo Omelet
The food in Portugal was indeed yummy. So many taste treats and so little time.

8th November 2021

Readingfcboi
Alan Atkinson

Monument to the Discoveries
Love this photo! the monument looks quite new

9th November 2021

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Monument to the Discoveries
I believe it was built in the 60's. It is an impressive structure with great detail.

28th November 2021

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Lisbon
Lisbon looks like a delightful city, and what a wonderful time it seems you had. The food looks amazing, and I imagine a cookery class is a perfect way to experience a local cuisine and culture. It's almost like I've re-lived your day in Lisbon, as I've also read Brendan's entry on the day. A doubly amazing day for you all! ?

28th November 2021

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Lisbon
Lisbon is a city you could easily spend a week or more exploring. It was a great way to start our time in Portugal.

4th January 2022

Ake Och Emma
Ake Dahllof and Emma Holmbro

At first I saw...
When I look at this photo I first thought I saw a statue of a guitar player from some heavy metal band. It would be odd but not totally unthinkable. On the facade of the Washington National Cathedral in DC we once saw a grotesque of Darth Vader.../Ake

4th January 2022

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

At first sight...
You made me laugh. Some photos do require a closer look.

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