The Magusto: A Traditional Portuguese Autumn Celebration

The Magusto is an autumn celebration held in November, especially on Saint Martin’s Day. In various regions of Portugal, friends and family gather to roast chestnuts, enjoy new wine or jeropiga, and celebrate the arrival of colder weather. With roots in rural communities, the Magusto symbolises togetherness and sharing.

A quick guide through Lisbon’s best terraces and rooftops

All over Lisbon’s hills, you will be able to find amazing terraces (often with a coffee shop or a bar) where you can admire the scenery whilst zipping your favourite cocktail. In addition, rooftops have become a little treat for portuguese and tourists from all over the world. These are OnJ S. Lázaro favourites!

Amazing Lisbon’s neighborhoods that aren’t in your travel guides

Lisbon is full of surprises. It doesn’t matter if you have visited it a thousand times, there will always be another little street, corner or “beco” that will lead you to a new square or to a colorful building that you have never seen before. Here is a guide that will lead you to those beautiful not-that-well-known neighborhoods!

Four reasons why Lisbon’s street art scene is one of the coolest in Europe

You may wonder why so many young Europeans choose Lisbon to live. It can be the sun, the beautiful view from the hills, or the dozens of terraces where you can drink imperiais and leave your worries behind. But others would argue that Lisbon’s street art scene is one of the coolest and most vibrant in Europe. Here are some examples that combine Portugal’s history, music and colorful landscapes.

Lisboa pet friendly: 5 places where you can be with your four legged friend!

We know that the hardest part about planning a trip it’s to separate from your pet. But don’t worry! OnJ S. Lázaro isn’t the only place in Lisbon that loves to host you and your four legged friend. Here are some others coffee shops, restaurants and even bookstores that will gladly host you and your mascot!