Ando Insider Picks – Luís Nunes
At Ando Living, we believe the best way to experience a city is through the eyes of the people who call it home. That’s why we asked Luís Nunes, from our team, to share his personal “Ando Picks”, a curated selection of authentic spots, flavours, and experiences that capture the true essence of Lisbon. You […]
Uncovering Great Portuguese Brands – Fashion Edition
+351 This Portuguese clothing brand is 100% born and bred in Lisbon and takes strong inspiration from the Atlantic Ocean, with cool sentences, and visual motifs. +351’s unisex clothes and accessories are made with organic cotton. Founded by a Portuguese woman who loves to surf and enjoys the good things in life, the brand sells […]
7 Hills, 7 Dishes: A Culinary Journey Through Istanbul
Istanbul, both a city of history and flavor, is famously built on seven hills, each offering its own unique perspective of this vibrant metropolis. Just as the city’s skyline is defined by its seven hills, its culinary scene is equally diverse and rich. From sizzling street food to time-honored Ottoman recipes, here are 7 must-try […]
Lisbon’s Hottest New Restaurants
Lisbon is rapidly establishing itself as one of the world’s most exciting culinary destinations. Our Community Manager, Hugo Campbell-Davys, highlights his latest discoveries of must-visit eateries, offering insights into the city’s dynamic and ever changing food scene – from the rebirth of an incoming Portuguese establishment to innovative contemporary restaurants. These carefully selected recommendations showcase […]
Ando Insider Picks – Carlos Vasconcelos Matias
Discover Lisbon through the eyes of our Interior Design Project Manager – Carlos Vasconcelos Matias – someone who knows how to design soulful living inside and out. The best sunset spot in Lisbon? If you’re up to discover beyond the city, drive out to Kailua in Fonte da Telha. Watching the sunset over the Atlantic […]
Inside the Design with Carlos Vasconcelos Matias
Are you a design lover as much as we are? So this article is for you, we seat down with Carlos Vasconcelos Matias, Interior Design Project Manager at Ando Living, to explore the history behind designing our Corpo Santo 48 House in Cais do Sodré. Hi, can you tell us your name and your role […]
Essenciais de Comporta – The Ando Way
A região de Comporta, em Portugal, conquistou a reputação de “Hamptons da Europa” e com bons motivos. Esse trecho de costa atlântica selvagem, a apenas 90 minutos ao sul de Lisboa, oferece algo cada vez mais raro no mundo de hoje: luxo autêntico, sem pretensão. Vida de Praia – Onde o Atlântico Encontra a Autenticidade […]
Comporta Essentials – The Ando Way
Portugal’s Comporta region has earned its reputation as Europe’s answer to the Hamptons, and for good reason. This stretch of wild Atlantic coastline, just 90 minutes south of Lisbon, offers something increasingly rare in today’s world – authentic luxury without pretension. Beach Life – Where Atlantic Meets Authenticity The Comporta coastline offers over roughly 45 […]
Ando Insider Picks – Inês Belém
Lisbon is best enjoyed slowly, and no one knows that better than Inês Belém, our Ando Living Houses Coordinator. From hidden gems to iconic locations, Inês shares her favourite spots across the city. Your favorite bar in town? Javá is one of the best places to have a drink at the end of the day. […]
Uncovering Great Portuguese Brands – Swimwear Edition
38 GRAUS The brand’s goal is to empower women by designing bikinis and swimsuits that highlight the beauty of different female bodies. With unique patterns, models, and sizes, there is a myriad to choose from. An important detail: Bikini parts (top and bottom) can be bought separately, allowing women to select different sizes to fit […]