Best Portuguese Table Podcasts (2024)

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Let's Reset The Table 52:13

3+ y ago52:13

52:13

Angela and Maria are back! Join these two friends as they discuss bringing back their podcast after the worst of the pandemic over, and how life has gotten a little better.By Maria Lawton and Angela Simoes

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Catching up with The Portuguese Kids 57:15

4+ y ago57:15

57:15

Maria and Angela catch up with Derrick and Brian from the Portuguese Kids to talk about how we've all handled the shelter in place, new business ventures and just how much we all love each other. What's your favorite Portuguese Kid video?https://www.facebook.com/portuguesekids/By Maria Lawton and Angela Simoes

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Angela and Maria Bitch About Quarantine 45:17

4+ y ago45:17

45:17

In this episode, Maria and Angela just spend time catching up and bitch about dealing with the COVID-19 quarantine. Join in on the laughs and let us know what you think!By Maria Lawton and Angela Simoes

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Worrying is a Portuguese national past time 57:46

4+ y ago57:46

57:46

This is a unique episode in that our guest is Dr. Darlene Sousa and we talk about some of the more "taboo" topics in our community such as some of the anxiety and worry that plagues so many in our community, but we never talk about it. This is the first of many episodes where we talk about some of the social and relationship challenges we face. If …

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Let's Get Started Again 1:00:11

4+ y ago1:00:11

1:00:11

Maria and Angela are back in action recording new episodes.By Maria Lawton and Angela Simoes

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It's all about the cake! 57:30

5y ago57:30

57:30

NOTE: This episode was recorded in early 2018**************************It’s our 50th episode! And to think that we met doing a webinar and now it’s been 2 years! Maria and Angela discuss what they’ve been up to – from holiday gatherings to cooking classes with Jeremiah. If you haven’t listened to Jeremiah’s podcast, listen here: https://soundcloud.…

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Art from the Heart 1:03:06

5y ago1:03:06

1:03:06

NOTE: This episode was recorded in early 2018******************************Today, we chat with Helia Sousa, an artist from San Jose, California. Angela & Helia are good friends and met during their time organizing the Day of Portugal festival at Kelley Park. For more info, visit: https://www.diadeportugalca.org. Helia discusses her family’s creativ…

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It was meant to be, with Achadinha Cheese Company 49:28

5y ago49:28

49:28

NOTE: This episode was recorded in early 2018**********************************In today’s episode of Our Portuguese Table, we chat with Donna Pacheco of Achadinha Cheese Company in Petaluma, California. The company’s name comes from the family’s roots in Achadinha, Nordeste, São Miguel. Donna tells us about the importance of feeding your animals we…

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Meet Ana, the Winemaker 1:04:12

5y ago1:04:12

1:04:12

NOTE: This episode was recorded in early 2018**************************In today’s episode, we chat with Ana Diogo-Draper, of Artesa Winery, based in Napa, California. Growing up in Portugal, Ana often spent time in the Alentejo, where her dad’s family is from, although her family was not in the wine business. It wasn’t until Ana took a course at th…

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Losing Alexandre 51:51

5+ y ago51:51

51:51

Maria and Angela talk about the passing of Angela's son Alexandre.By Maria Lawton and Angela Simoes

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Digging Into Our Roots 1:04:35

6y ago1:04:35

1:04:35

In today’s episode of Our Portuguese Table, we chat Doug da Rocha Holmes, one of the Portuguese community’s premiere genealogists. One of today’s big trends is genealogy testing and learning more about our roots. Doug first began studying genealogy in the 80’s when he wanted to learn about his mom’s family tree. He began to research more about his …

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New Baby, New TV Show and Dreams of Retirement in Portugal 1:18:41

6y ago1:18:41

1:18:41

Note: This episode was recorded before December 2018, so some of the info may sound out of date. But it's still a great "catch up" episode! Enjoy!In today’s episode, we spend some time catching up. It’s been a while since we’ve told you what’s going on. Angela tells us about how things are going with baby Alexandre and re-adjusting to working full-…

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Saudade Toronto - You HAVE to go 56:27

6y ago56:27

56:27

In today’s episode of ‘Our Portuguese Table’, we chat with Nancy Fernandes of Saudade Toronto in Toronto, Canada. Nancy, who has admired design from a young age (thanks in part to traveling around Portugal), suggested an idea to a couple friends about opening a local shop that celebrates design and selling artisanal goods made in Portugal. (Nancy’s…

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Portuguese Crypto Queen - Mariah Vitoria 1:05:06

6y ago1:05:06

1:05:06

In today’s episode of Our Portuguese Table, Angela and Maria chat with Mariah Vitoria, who is a cryptocurrency enthusiast.Mariah was a student when she began dabbling in online sweepstakes. She sold many of the cars and prizes she won. In 2013, she purchased a donut fryer online before making the jump to food trucks. During the off-season, Mariah b…

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From San Jose to Terceira - Luis Lourenco Follows His Heart 1:13:48

6y ago1:13:48

1:13:48

In today’s episode of ‘Our Portuguese Table’, we chat with Luis Lourenço, formerly of Bacalhau Grill & Trade Rite Market https://www.facebook.com/thebacalhaugrill/ in San Jose, California. Luis worked for the original owners of Bacalhau Grill as a teenager before working at Safeway and then eventually taking over the market. Luis began serving baca…

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Broa Café - Doing it Old School 1:12:32

6y ago1:12:32

1:12:32

In today’s episode, of Our Portuguese Table, we chat with Michael Casalinho of Broa Café in Jersey City, NJ. The episode was recorded just before one of the last winter storms of the year. With roots in the district of Leiria, Michael dabbled in many careers before devoting himself to the culinary world. Michael grew up in the Ironbound neighborhoo…

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David Silveira Garcia - Palco da Vida 53:35

6+ y ago53:35

53:35

In today’s episode, we chat with fadista David Silveira Garcia of San José, California! David is our first fadista on the show! He shares the history of his recent career and influences. David has had the opportunity to sing for greats like Celeste Rodrigues (Amália’s sister) in Lisbon. He released his second album, Palco da Vida, earlier this year…

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Maria & Angela Answer Your Questions 1:13:06

6+ y ago1:13:06

1:13:06

In today’s episode of Our Portuguese Table, Angela and Maria answer your questions! We chat about pantry staples—Portuguese olive oil (azeite), vinegar (wine or cider), dried and/or canned beans, and sea salt (or Kosher) & spices—are a must; and how to make the perfect arroz doce. We also discuss menu ideas for a Portuguese meal for those who may n…

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Cafe Lucia - Hidden Gem in California's Wine Country 59:03

6+ y ago59:03

59:03

This episodes was recorded a few months ago, and since then we've received word that Cafe Lucia has closed down. We are so sad to hear this! it was still a great conversation and so we hope you will still enjoy hearing about what Lucia and Jason were able to accomplish. And here's hoping that Cafe Lucia opos up somewhere else!**********************…

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Lucy Pepper - A British Ex-Pat Who Loves Portugal More than You Do 1:05:01

6+ y ago1:05:01

1:05:01

In today’s episode, we chat with Lucy Pepper. No, her name isn’t Portuguese, but guess what, she lives in Portugal and possibly loves Portugal more than some Portuguese people we know! Lucy first visited the Douro Valley as an art student. She tells us of the time she found the note she’d written to herself about moving to Portugal and a few years …

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Bringing Natas to the Masses! Joey Bats Sweets in NYC 1:13:48

6+ y ago1:13:48

1:13:48

On today’s episode, we chat with Joey Batista aka Joey Bats of Joey Bats Sweets. Joey grew up in the town of Ludlow, Massachusetts, which is famous for its Our Lady of Fatima Festa, held each Labor Day weekend. We hear the candle-lit procession is a sight to behold!Joey left his job as a tech engineer to pursue his love of Portuguese pastries – pas…

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Coffee Culture and Esplanadas at Tia Maria's European Cafe 54:57

6+ y ago54:57

54:57

In today’s episode of Our Portuguese Table, we chat with Jessica Coelho (aka Jessica Rabbit) of Tia Maria’s European Café in New Bedford, MA. This episode is sponsored by ShopPortuguese.comTo start out, Angela and Maria talk about the advantages of living on either coast – Maria’s got cold weather but plenty of Portuguese restaurants but Angela has…

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Ana Miranda, Champion of Portuguese Art, Film and Culture 1:28:14

6+ y ago1:28:14

1:28:14

In today’s episode of Our Portuguese Table, we chat with Ana Miranda Ventura of the Arte Institute. Even before then, though, Angela & Maria spend a couple minutes comparing East and West Coast winters. Whose side are you on? This episode is sponsored by ShopPortuguese.comAna started the Arte Institute when she moved to the U.S. from Portugal to ta…

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For the Love of Portuguese Food 1:00:25

6+ y ago1:00:25

1:00:25

Today, we chat with Milena Rodrigues, author of the Portuguese cookbook, For the Love of Portuguese Food. Milena lived on the North Shore of Massachusetts, in Gloucester, before she moved to New Bedford. This episode is sponsored by Ginja9 - Crafted by Hand, Made with Love! www.ginja9.comShe shares some of her favorite things about spending summers…

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Malassada Bread Pudding? Yes Please! 51:30

6+ y ago51:30

51:30

Bem-vindo 2018! We spend some time catching up on the 2017 holiday season – including ideas about how to use leftover malassadas – malassada bread pudding a.k.a “Heaven on a dish”, (thanks for the name, Angela!). Some of our other great ideas include massa French toast, bolacha Maria pie crust and massa bread crumbs to make pie crust. Makes you wan…

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Portugalia Marketplace, aka "Portuguese Mecca" 1:16:22

7y ago1:16:22

1:16:22

In our latest episode, we chat with Michael Benevides of Portugalia Marketplace in Fall River, MA. Maria frequently shops here but we’re working on bringing Angela to the East Coast to check it out. Michael talks about the business’s humble beginnings in a garage, selling Nescafé & bacalhau to the opening of this Portuguese food (and more!) mecca i…

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Bend it Like Buddha! 59:01

7y ago59:01

59:01

Feliz Ano Novo! It’s been a little while but we are excited to bring you more podcasts in 2018! In today’s episode, we deviate from food for a bit and chat with Lisa Furtado, of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Lisa spent many summers with her family in Ponta Garça on the island of São Miguel. After completing her studies, Lisa took a leap of fa…

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Live from Tasca Tasca with Manuel Azevedo 1:03:09

7y ago1:03:09

1:03:09

Reunited at last! Maria & Angela are live from Tasca Tasca in Sonoma, CA with Manuel Azevedo in this episode of Our Portuguese Table. They’re sitting at an authentic Portuguese table with tremoços and wine. Maria catches up on what it’s been like filming her PBS show in California, from the Central Valley to Napa Valley. She talks about watching he…

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Crafted by hand, made with love 1:04:25

7+ y ago1:04:25

1:04:25

On today’s episode of Our Portuguese Table, we chat with Alexander Dias, Founder of Ginja9, a brand of ginjinha designed for the US market. Ginja or ginjinha is a liqueur made with ginja berries (or sour cherries – Morello cherries). It’s commonly found in Lisbon and Óbidos. Have you tried ginjinha???Alexander was born in Fall River, MA but grew up…

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Meet Nuno Mathias, Consul General in San Francisco 54:08

7+ y ago54:08

54:08

This episode was recorded back in September 2016, and Nuno's post as Consul General of Portugal in San Francisco has come to an end after 5 phenomenal years. We will miss him incredibly - his dedication, tireless efforts, creativity and passion to bring so much to the Portuguese community on the West Coast are unmatched and he is leaving one heck o…

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A Portuguese Affair - The Only Kind To Have 1:01:57

7+ y ago1:01:57

1:01:57

In today’s episode of “Our Portuguese Table,” we chat with a fellow Portugal lover – Catarina Araújo of the blog, A Portuguese Affair. She started the blog about a year and a half ago to channel her love of Portugal for her friends & family in the U.S. and the U.K. Catarina recently visited Maria and they cooked together in Maria’s kitchen (lucky g…

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Meet the Portuguese Dairy Goddess! 58:58

7+ y ago58:58

58:58

In this episode of Our Portuguese Table, we chat with Barbara Borges-Martin, also known as the Dairy Goddess of Lemoore, California. With roots in Terceira and Pico, Barbara is following in her family’s footsteps. Her grandparents met in Boston before heading to California to start a dairy.Barbara’s cheese-making adventures began when she took a ch…

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Morey Cellars, one of the many Portuguese-American Wineries in California! 1:05:48

7+ y ago1:05:48

1:05:48

In this episode of Our Portuguese Table, we chat with Robert Morey of Morey Cellars in Napa, California. Did you know there are around 6 or 7 Portuguese-American wineries in California and the West Coast in general?Morey’s mom was born in New Bedford, MA and his father was from California. Robert was born in Lisbon and lived in Carcavelos and Estor…

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Flo and The Portuguese Grammy Awards 1:00:40

7+ y ago1:00:40

1:00:40

In this episode we chat with Floriano (Flo) Cabral, TV producer and co-founder of the International Portuguese Music Awards (IPMA) (http://ipmaawards.com/)! The IPMA show, now in its 5th year, is a Portuguese-style GRAMMY show, aiming to encourage artists of Portuguese descent to share their work. The hope is for artists to network and collaborate,…

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Keep Calm, Trust Your Gut and Love a Portuguese Girl! 47:17

7+ y ago47:17

47:17

In today’s episode of Our Portuguese Table, Maria & Angela spend some time catching up. Angela thinks Maria has a future in being a motivational public speaker. Not many people are so unconditionally supportive of their friends and family, and Maria's pep talks have helped Angela get through some tough moments! It’s important to listen to your gut,…

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Jeremiah - The Great Portuguese-American Baker! 55:39

7+ y ago55:39

55:39

February already?! Can you believe the first two months of 2017 have already flown by?Maria is “so freaking excited!” about today’s episode, where we chat with Jeremiah Duarte Bills, whom you may recognize from the latest season of The Great American Baking Show, which aired over the holiday season! We rooted for him and we’re sure almost every Por…

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Have you been to Malasada World??? 52:27

8y ago52:27

52:27

Happy 2017! Welcome to our first podcast of the year! Before we chat about that – can you believe we’ve been doing this for almost a year?We were excited to chat with Steve Chaves of Malasada World in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada for our first podcast of the year. Angela nicknamed Steve the Willy Wonka of Malasada World, which is located about an hou…

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Chef Joe Rego, Chopped and Cutthroat Kitchen Star Who Gives Back to His Community 58:43

8y ago58:43

58:43

In this final episode of 2016 (actually recorded a few months ago), we talk with Chef Joe Rego, winner of two Food Network Shows – Chopped and Cutthroat Kitchen. How did he get started? Joe has always been an artist! And growing up, Joe helped his mom cook (like many of us) growing up in Lisbon before coming to New Bedford. He graduated from culina…

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A month in Portugal, and Christmas is here! 43:50

8y ago43:50

43:50

In this podcast, we catch up about Portugal and Thanksgiving and start talking about Christmas foods and traditions. Angela’s month-long trip to Portugal was a mix of work and play (and handling an energetic 3 year old). She spent time in Lisbon, Porto & Braga. :) Do you know of any kids who like peixinho com vinagre (what a savory palate!)? Shout-…

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A Portuguese on Shark Tank! Meet Peter Ferreira of Nuts n' More 50:40

8y ago50:40

50:40

In this episode of Our Portuguese Table, we chat with Peter Ferreira of Nuts n’ More. Peter and his friends wanted to add some extra protein to some of their favorite foods, like peanut butter, and voi’la, Nuts n’ More was born. His parents, who own Silver Star Bakery in Providence, RI, would help him mix jars of peanut butter by hand. It was flyin…

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Portuguese Pride Group Founder, Steve da Sousa 48:08

8y ago48:08

48:08

Steven de Sousa – Founder of Portuguese Pride Online CommunityEver wonder who is behind some of the Portuguese groups on Facebook? Meet Steve de Sousa from Canada! He started the Portuguese Pride page a few years ago and has been maintaining it ever since. We talk with Steve about how and why he started the group, feedback from the community, his e…

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Beets, Adega’s Secret Menu, and Starting a Business 57:31

8y ago57:31

57:31

In this episode, Maria and Angela cover everything from roasted beets to how to start your own business. You never know what they will talk about when these two get together! Take a listen and send in your comments!Tomato pie recipeMaria’s Pasta RecipeRoasted Beets RecipeBenchEssential.com – Angela’s newest product to hit the market in November 201…

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San Francisco Finally Gets a Portuguese Restaurant 1:03:28

8y ago1:03:28

1:03:28

In this episode, Antelmo Faria, founder and chef at the upcoming Uma Casa restaurant in San Francisco. Antelmo shares his story with us about how food and cooking has been a big part of his life from a very early age, and that he event told him mom at the age of 5 that he wanted to choose the menu for his birthday party! Antelmo spent a good portio…

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Skills You Develop Just From Being Portuguese 55:37

8y ago55:37

55:37

Have you ever thought about all the skills you’ve developed just from being Portuguese? Think about it. How many events have you planned? (event planner!) Halls decorated? (interior decorator!) Meals cooked for dozens or hundreds of people? (executive chef!) You should be able to put these skills on a resume! Right?? This is a pretty fun episode wh…

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Our Portuguese Table in Margaret's Portuguese Kitchen 1:03:27

8+ y ago1:03:27

1:03:27

If you haven’t seen Margaret’s Portuguese Kitchen on Facebook, or read her blog, Décor and Dining, then you are in for a treat of some great decorating and cooking tips! In this episode we interview Margaret Varela Pereira, blogger and foodie, about her experience immigrating to Canada from Portugal, learning to cook from her mother-in-law, and som…

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Portuguese women are the best multi-taskers! 41:02

8+ y ago41:02

41:02

What many folks may not realize is that both Maria and Angela have full-time day jobs, and this podcast is one of the many things they do in their “free time”. That means that podcasts are often pre-recorded weeks, if not months, in advance, and sometimes weeks will go by without the two of them chatting! So this podcast is a fun “catch up” convers…

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The Portuguese Kids – from “Out of the Gutter” to Around the World 57:06

8+ y ago57:06

57:06

Ovos com chourico, pork loin with chourico, polvo (octopus) are just a few favorite dishes the Portuguese Kids would ask their mamas to make. Get ready to laugh for an hour straight as we chat with the very funny Portuguese Kids about everything from how they got started, their first trip to California, their recent trip to Australia, and future pl…

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Summer is here! Festas, BBQ and delicious desserts! 1:01:43

8+ y ago1:01:43

1:01:43

In this episode, Maria and Angela talk about all the yummy foods their families make during the summer! Talk about BBQ, refreshing summer salads, delicious desserts and of course, the different festas that happen during the summer. Maria’s twins are firecracker babies and celebrate their birthday on the 4th of July! And let’s not forget that it’s A…

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Finding His Culinary Path and Love of being Portuguese - Meet David Leite! 56:46

8+ y ago56:46

56:46

In this episode we talk with the very accomplished food writer, David Leite of Leite's Culinaria! He has received three James Beard Awards for his writing as well as for Leite's Culinaria, and he has also received a PALCUS Leadership Award. His work has appeared in The New York Times, Martha Stewart Living, Saveur, Bon Appétit, Gourmet, Food & Wine…

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Feliz Dia De Portugal! Happy Father's Day! Let's Celebrate! 55:56

8+ y ago55:56

55:56

June is a month of many celebrations, including Father's Day and Dia de Portugal! In this episode Maria and Angela talk about how Dia de Portugal is celebrated in different communities, including San Jose and New Bedford where they live. And for Father's Day, both hosts share special memories and moments about their dads and talk about the influenc…

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