In 1915, the Padinha administration that was managing the local government, faced on of its worst nightmares. It witnessed strong protests from the local population due to a decision of the republican government – elected in June that year – to transfer the Infantry Regiment Headquarters from Tavira to Faro. This would also mean the [...]
Browsing trough YouTube I found this happy-tone video from a Duch going trough Tavira with a videocamera. He talks about the salt extraction, seafood, some History and curiosities as he walks trough. A must see… he knows quite some stuff :)
If you are an American and you love Tavira, or if you are a Portuguese living in America near Washington DC (or not) there is something you should know. I just found out there is a famous restaurant in Connecticut, Washington DC dedicated to the Tavira’s typical cuisine and gastronomy, they go by the name [...]