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Hi Melissa, thank you so much for your lovely message! Growing herbs is such a joy, and I love how you use thyme it sounds absolutely delicious! I’ll have to try making that butter, it sounds perfect for adding a little extra flavour to dishes. I love rolling it up and freezing it for winter such a great tip! ❄ The sanctuary truly is a special place, and I’m so glad you enjoyed seeing it. Sending you warm wishes all the way from Portugal to snowy Oregon, stay cosy! ☕❤

How wonderful! You didn’t get to go inside? It has different opening times for visits. That’s a shame it’s such a beautiful place! I hope you enjoyed the video, though I know it’s never quite the same as experiencing it in person.

Not quite the same but still very good. Thank you.

You're most welcome. I hope you have a lovely week.

Olá Maria, espero que estejas bem! Ainda bem que gostou do vídeo e obrigada por partilhar - as suas recomendações deixaram-me tão entusiasmada! As plantas, as antiguidades e a natureza são verdadeiramente o meu remédio feliz. Também adoro arquitetura, edifícios históricos e igrejas - não há falta deles aqui! Agradeço muito as sugestões e vou mesmo explorar. Acho que encontrei a Cordoaria Nacional na minha pesquisa - se bem me lembro, é preciso um bilhete para aceder? Desejo-vos uma semana maravilhosa! 😊

You’re most welcome, Alisa! I’m so glad you enjoyed this week’s video-it truly means a lot. 😊 I love herbs too, but basil and echinacea are still a work in progress for me! We feel so blessed to have this space and slowly grow more of what we love. Antique shops are such a joy! The UK has so many great ones, and I loved the adventure of finding hidden gems. It took me a while to discover where to go, but now I have a few favourites. I can’t wait to take you along on treasure hunts for our home. You’ll definitely see plenty of nature because it’s my happy place-right alongside the garden. 🌿 This year, I’m challenging myself to explore more on my own and share the journey with you. I do get a little anxious going somewhere new alone, but once I’m there, I always wonder why I worried in the first place! 😄

@SilverCoastDiaries I can't wait to follow you in your new travels and discoveries! And also to see the progress of your lovely garden. Your vlog is so inspiring, giving me both the feeling of excitement and tranquility by the way you intertwine the themes. BTW, I also enjoyed the Lidl haul. I even chuckled seeing that you've bought exactly the same that is usually on my shopping list😁

@ Thank you so much for your kind words, it truly means a lot to me! You made me laugh with the Lidl shopping comment. 😄 I’m excited too, but I’m taking things slowly and sensibly I have a lot to learn in Portugal. One thing I love about Portugal is how relaxed the people are-things take time, and I’m learning to embrace that. I always get nervous when planning travel and end up worrying, so I’m pushing myself out of my comfort zone. I’m really looking forward to more adventures in Portugal! 😊

@SilverCoastDiaries surely, take your time and enjoy the experiences Portugal has to offer you🌹

​ Approaching life at a slower pace allows us to truly appreciate the little everyday joys, and I feel blessed to share a glimpse of this beautiful country and its rich culture with you all. ❤

Hi Christina, I’m so glad you enjoyed it! It took me a while to find antique shops in Portugal since everything is so old-school, and not everything is online, which I love. It’s been quite the adventure! I’ve linked this antique shop, and I hope you get to go on a little treasure hunt yourself. 😊

@ thanks so much. I’ll have a look.

@ You’re most welcome! It took me a while to find antique shops in Portugal, but I’ve discovered a few gems and will definitely bring you along. 😊

Good morning Antonio, I completely agree, the sea is so relaxing and has such a calming effect. Your experiences sound absolutely amazing, especially seeing the coast from so many different places. It must have been such a special journey. 😍

Hi Antonio, hope you are well. "Thank you so much for sharing this! Gago Coutinho and Sacadura Cabral’s journey is truly inspiring, what an achievement for its time! I can only imagine how incredible the replica must look in Lisbon. Have you had the chance to see it in person?

@@SilverCoastDiariesHELLO. I KNOW THERE IS A REPLICA, BUT I ONLY SAW IT ON VIDEO. 1 TV IS PRODUCING HISTORY!

Hi Laura, I’m so glad you enjoyed the video! I’m not much of a fan of big cities either, so I don’t visit them often. I’ve always wondered about all the graffiti too,Youth here are so polite and friendly Hi Laura, I’m so glad you enjoyed the video! I’m not much of a fan of big cities either, so I don’t visit them often. I’ve always wondered about all the graffiti. Youth in Portugal are very friendly and polite. If I’m not mistaken,I think it seems to be a form of expression for the youth? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Are you still living in Portugal?

@@SilverCoastDiaries No, moved to Canada as an infant (well my parents moved me:). Have lived in Canada since then. My daughter though, being born/raised in Canada, moved to Lisbon about 4 yrs ago and is permanently residing there, has her citizenship etc. She loves it. I love the 4 seasons we have here, so would not move back (although never say never). I don't think it is right for anyone to graffiti anywhere/anything. It is destruction of property not yours and most of those spraying are in their 20's & 30's--so not "youths".

@ Thank you for sharing! It must be wonderful for your daughter to live in Lisbon and embrace her roots while building her life there, it’s such a beautiful city. Canada sounds lovely, too, especially with the charm of four distinct seasons. Canada is very pretty I visited Vancouver I was so impressed with how clean it was, and I loved it. Thank you for sharing that with me! I see a lot of graffiti and have always wondered about it. People just said it was a form of self-expression whenever I asked. I wasn’t aware of the age group involved, so I’m glad you mentioned that, and I completely agree with you.

Hi welcome 🥰 thank you so much for your kind words. It makes me happy that you enjoyed it . What's the weather like in Malaysia? I have always wanted to visit but haven't made it yet🙏🏼

Hi Melissa, that sounds lovely! January is the perfect time to embrace calm rather than tackle long to-do lists. My plan is also to try some new recipes and organise the kitchen, it’s always so rewarding. I hope Portugal brought you a little warmth. We had some rain yesterday, which is much needed and always welcome!. I put the Christmas decorations away today and I felt so much lighter 😅. Have you tackled yours?

@@SilverCoastDiaries I've put the decorations in the back room. I'll sort and put in boxes soon. I'm overly neat about storage. Certain things have to go in certain boxes. I do different styles each year. This was white/snowflakes. All in one box. Tree decos all in with similar. Linens in one box. Nativity. Crazy I know but makes for ease come Christmas.

I love that, Melissa! There’s truly nothing like an organised space, it makes life so much easier. As long as it works for you, that’s what counts. ❤️

Hi Antonio, what an incredible piece of history behind Tripas à Moda do Porto! It’s fascinating how such challenging times led to the creation of such a beloved dish. I love how food often tells a story of resilience and creativity. Thank you so much for sharing this it makes me appreciate Portuguese cuisine even more! Hugs to you as well! 😊

@@SilverCoastDiaries I HAVE MUCH MORE TO SHARE, BUT I DON'T WANT TO MONOPOLIZE. HUGS

Obrigado, espero que esteja a ter um bom fim de semana. Sim, precisamos da chuva :) óptima para a natureza. O tempo hoje faz-me lembrar o final do outono no Reino Unido.

The rocks help prevent the roots from spreading too much and ensure water is slowly absorbed by the plant. I have learned from the past 😅

@SilverCoastDiaries oh nice il keep it in mind

@@alittleheavenonearth I will replant them in the garden, fingers crossed for next year :)

Another tip: if you’re planting in pots with drainage holes, adding stones at the bottom helps prevent soil from clogging the holes and keeps your plant from sitting in water. 😊

@@SilverCoastDiaries um sure it will do well! What part of Portugal u at?

Hi Anne, hope you are well. Thank you so much for your kind comment 🥰

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@@alittleheavenonearth Happy New year I hope you are well 🥰

Thank you so much! We feel very blessed to call Portugal our home. I absolutely love gardening, and I truly appreciate your lovely comment.

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I went exploring and discovered this wonderful walking area and I took a little trek and loved it! 😊

I’m so glad you enjoyed our adventure! The Óbidos area is wonderful.

Muito obrigado pelo seu comentário. Fico contente por gostar do canal. Adoro Portugal e as pessoas portuguesas são maravilhosas.

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it. Portugal is such a beautiful place with the kindest people, I hope you get to visit soon!🥰

Oh, I see! That’s so interesting-thank you, Antonio!😁

Last night, I discovered you can take cork farm tours in Alentejo, Portugal! It’s definitely something I’ll be exploring, and of course, I’ll bring you along. I find it absolutely fascinating! 😃

Happy New Year! Thank you so much, I 'm glad you enjoyed the video. I’d love to know which parts you enjoyed the most!

Hi Antonio, I hope you’re well! Wow, a cork umbrella-that sounds so fascinating! 😍 And NASA? That’s really interesting-I’ve learned something new today, thank you! I’d love to visit a place like a cork factory or shop to see how it’s all made. I’ll have to look into it and, of course, bring you along! 🤗

@@SilverCoastDiaries YES TO NASA OR BY THERMAL OR SOUND, ENTRY AND RE-ENTRY INTO THE ATMOSPHERE-CORKSHOP

Hi Melissa, I absolutely love lemons, they’re a staple in my morning and evening drinks. My baby lemon trees are growing, and I’m hopeful they’ll thrive. Every trip to the garden centre ends with a new fruit tree coming home with me-it’s hard to resist! You can never have too many fruit trees, and I see it as a bit of a survival challenge, not knowing which ones will adapt and flourish. Watching them grow is such a joy! 🍋🌳🌿

Correct me if I’m wrong, but isn’t western Oregon a similar climate to Portugal? I love farmers’ markets and am always searching for local produce-Portugal has some amazing offerings. I can’t wait for spring and summer to enjoy all the colourful local produce! 😊 This morning is a bit misty and cold, but yesterday, we had a warm, mild day-perfect for getting some gardening jobs done.

@@SilverCoastDiaries I think Portugal is a bit warmer and perhaps drier. Oregon is more North. I am in the valley so about an hour away from coast. West of the Cascade Range of small mountains. It is always warmer here than the coast and, in the summer, much drier.

@@melissalambert7615 Sounds beautiful by the mountains! I understand now, it’s definitely drier and more humid during the summer in the silvercoast, even in the winter. Mornings are pretty cold here, but once the sun comes out, it can warm up nicely. ❄🌞

Morning Melissa, the last few years I’ve tried growing them here in Portugal, and I think last year was a lot wetter compared to this year, which has been much drier with less rain during the rainy season. Fingers crossed! 😁 Every year, they come up but stay really short. I’ve even tried putting them in the fridge before planting. It doesn’t usually get cold here until late December, which is when I plant them. I’ll keep trying and hoping for the best! 😃😂

@@SilverCoastDiaries I prefer daffodils over tulips. Tulips fade in a few years. I like the small bulbs like grape hyacinth and Scalia. One tip: after the blossoms have faded, leave the leaves. And feed the plant. That will strengthen the bulb for next year. Mulch with leaves during your hot summers.

I love daffodils, but for some reason, I couldn’t get any here in Portugal this year. Tulips can be a bit temperamental for me, but Narcissus has done really well. Scilla is absolutely beautiful, too! 😊 . I just leave hyacinths in the pot and feed them-thank you! I’ll definitely give this a try. 🌼

Happy New Year, Susan! 🎉 I absolutely love passion fruit, too-it’s so versatile for creating delicious recipes. Have you tried passion fruit cheesecake? It’s one of my favourites! 😊

@ no I have not! But must soon! 😋

You must try it! It’s absolutely delicious. I can’t wait to build a like-minded community where we can share ideas and inspiration. Hopefully, I’ll be eligible for that feature on RUclips soon! I have to keep working on content, but I’m excited to keep building and growing this space! 🤗

Hi Antonio, Happy New year and I hope you are well. It's such a beautiful city 😍 I was going to take you all in the bookstore 😁 but it was such a huge queue 😂 I love books so it's still on my list. I love to hear it all 😃.

@@SilverCoastDiaries THE BOOKSTORE IS BEAUTIFUL AND FAMOUS. THE NUMBER OF VISITORS IS SO LARGE, THAT THEY CHOOSE TO CHARGE A TICKET WHICH IS DISCOUNTED AT THE PURCHASE! BUT EVEN THEN THE QUEUES ARE HUGE. 1 ENGLISH WRITER LIVED IN PORTO AND WAS INSPIRED TO WRITE 1 BEST SELLER BOOK AND GAVE RISE TO 1 GREAT SUCCESSFUL MOVIE. ON RUclips THERE ARE SEVERAL VIDEOS OF THE BOOKSTORE

Good morning, Antonio. Yes, J.K. Rowling, the author of Harry Potter, lived in Portugal and found inspiration here! My children love Harry Potter, so it’s always fun to connect the dots. I thought it would be quiet since it was winter, but I was so wrong! Maybe the busyness had something to do with the lead-up to New Year’s Eve. 😊

@@SilverCoastDiaries I CANNOT PRONOUNCE AND DISCLOSE NAMES OR BRANDS! BUT I UNDERSTOOD AND THAT MAKES ME HAPPY

🙂 thank you.

Thank you. Merry Christmas and a happy New year. Hope you are well.

Thank you! It was very magical! Portugal is beautiful even more during the festive holidays. Merry Christmas. x

They really do go all out and I love it 😍 so magical. I am very happy to hear you enjoyed the video. Merry Christmas and a happy New year. I hope you have a blessed holiday with your family 🎁❤️

You are welcome 🤗 I am glad you enjoyed it 🥰. Merry Christmas and a happy New year and I wish you and your family blessings.

I am glad you enjoyed the video 🥰 I am planning more little adventures and setting up the homestead in the New year and I hope you enjoy those. Christmas is so magical here in Portugal 😍. Merry Christmas and happy New year to you and your family ❤️

Joyeux Noël Maria, j'espère que vous et votre famille aurez une journée bénie.xx

Hi Marah, this is usually a mix I buy from Lidl for a quick family meal. I add my own twist. I have written a recipe for you and included the instructions. Thank you for your comment. Quick and Nutritious Spinach & Pumpkin Soup Ingredients: 1 packet of spinach 1/4 pumpkin (or substitute with 1/2 butternut squash) 1 leek, sliced 2 carrots, chopped (adjust to your preference) 3 medium-sized potatoes, diced 1 red pepper, diced 1 red onion, finely chopped 1 piece of ginger (about 1-inch), grated 1 tsp turmeric A pinch of black pepper Salt, to taste Homemade broth (chicken or vegetable) Optional: Use chicken bones for added flavour, or substitute with vegetable stock for a vegan option. Instructions: 1. Prep the Vegetables: Peel and chop all vegetables into manageable pieces. 2. Combine Ingredients: Add all ingredients, including the broth, to a large pan. 3. Boil: Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. 4. Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer gently for about 1 hour. 5. Serve: Enjoy the soup hot with a slice of sourdough bread or any bread of your choice. Tip: This soup keeps well for a few days in the fridge, making it perfect for quick, healthy meals! 🌱

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind comments. How are you? Are you prepared for Christmas?. I just realised today that it's already Christmas next week :)

Have a blessed weekend Antonio and thank you for your lovely comments as always.

Snake plant 😀 I have a lot of these, so easy to take care of and great for humidity and air purifiercation. Thank you I hope you are well.

Hi Antonio, oh no I am not sure why but thank you for taking the time out 😊. I hope you are well.

I am not sure 😀 but you made me laugh 😂

Thank you Antonio 😊

Absolutely 😁 I love it during the off season. I wonder around getting inspiration it's such a magical place 😍. Thank you🥰 I have a bedroom makeover coming, finally getting all the peices together 😂