Gastronomy: Maronesa Meat - PDO

The trade name MARONESA MEAT - PDO is cattle beef with protected designation of origin, a product of high quality, characteristic of the region of Vila Real.

Source: http://www.carnemaronesadop.com/susProjects/meuSusMaronesa/main/index.php

The animals are exploited "in pure race" and in natural production system.

The juiciness and flavor are exceptional.

APHVIN / GEHVID (Associação Portuguesa de História da Vinha e do Vinho / Grupo de Estudos de História da Viticultura e do Vinho do Porto)

For those looking for something more specific, related to the wines of the Douro region, we recommend APHVIN / GEHVID. It is an association that does research in the field of history, archaeology, heritage, museology, anthropology and other social sciences, related to wine from Opoto.

Fonte: http://contamaisconsultoria.wordpress.com/vinha/

Founded in 2006, it aims to develop and enhance research on the History of Vine and Wine. It begins its studies in the wine from the Douro region but expands to the general study of the practices and techniques of vine cultivation. In its activity, they collaborate with the Institute of Port, Douro’s region authorities, companies and institutions of national wine sector. The APHVIN / GEHVID helps graduate students and PhD students who share the same area of interest. This group makes conferences nationally and internationally and include the publication of a scientific journal called Douro: “Estudos e Documentos”.

Museum of Douro / Museu do Douro

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Did you know there's Museum of Douro? The headquarters of the Museum of Douro is located in the city of Régua and was opened on December 20, 2008. This museum promotes cultural permanent and temporary exhibitions. Moreover, even has a restaurant, which serves products from Douro, and a library of documents about Douro.

IX Half Marathon of Douro / IX Meia Maratona do Douro

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Did you know that next week, May 18, will be held on the 9th Half Marathon of Douro? "The most beautiful race in the world" has about 10 000 participants. This year, the organization is preparing the best edition ever for several foreign participants can make the most of this region.

The (Coimbos de Portugal - CP) "Trains of Portugal", railway company, is promoting this event so that increasingly you enjoy good scenery and products from Douro. Port wine and apple of Armamar will attend this IX Half Marathon of Douro. 

Espumantes Raposeira

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Lamego is a city full of good Portuguese products. One is the Espumante Raposeira. Production began in the sixteenth century. The Portuguese studied French soil, which produces the famous champagne, and realized that in Lamego could be one of the best sparkling wines produced in the country. The quality of Espumante Raposeira is due to the extreme care and professionalism of producers.

The Portuguese Heart Jewel in New York

Ever heard of Sharon Stone? She is a famous American actress, model and producer. The truth is that this actress was seen using a Portuguese gold jewel while strolling the streets of Beverly Hills. This jewel was offered when she agreed to be the godmother of one of the ships from DouroAzul that currently roam the Douro River.

Fonte: http://www.jn.pt/live/Atualidade/default.aspx?content_id=3684175

This celebrity is a jewelry lover. This gem was made ​​by a goldsmith from Gondomar (Porto). The fact that this heart shaped jewel was seen in New York made ​​the rounds on the Portuguese social networks and the sales of this pendant have been increasing since then.

The Museum of Port Wine

The Museum of Port Wine is part of the city's landscape. Those passing by the river Douro can see a warehouse from the 18^th century, where this museum is located, since 2004.

Fonte: http://www.cm-porto.pt/gen.pl?sid=cmp.sections/63&page=5&stackid=97b56c5f5b597f3e

Their goal is to spread the history and importance of the port wine. According to the museum, the Port wine trade helped the historical development of the city. Who visits this museum can see posts and illustrative panels of all commercial activity, the wine region, the railway line of the Douro, the Rabelo boats, the evolution of the bottles and other products related to this wine.

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