Judi

Leslie, I can't find a post that tells where you are staying. Did you find an apartment? We would be happy to host the wine and cheese party at our apartment, the "Fodors' VRBO".

lobo_mau

I propose king's Solomon justice. Let's party one day in Leslie's appartment and the other day in Judi's appartment. This way nobody is feeling as left behind ;-)

Judi

That sounds like a plan to me!

MarkandLeslie

Hello Matt;

Two friends and I (all originally from just outside Toronto, but now one lives in London, one in San Fran and me in Halifax, Nova Scotia) have decided to celebrate turning 40 with a few days excitement in Lisbon. We are still firming up our plans but it looks like we will be in Lisbon November 1 - 3 and then going somewhere for 3 additional days of golf. Anyway, having never been to Portugal previously, I am arriving on Oct 29 and plan on spending those few days in Lisbon on my own (all wives have graciously allowed us to proceed on our own!), therefore if anything happens to be going on with the LDC for any of the 29-31, I would be interested in joining you. I will be in Portugal through Nov 12 and would like to spend the 7th - 12th outside of Lisbon, likely Central Portugal and north to Porto (I am a bit of a wine enthusiast) and would look forword to any suggestions you (or anyone else o course) may have for my time in these areas (still solo travelling).

Thanks in advance.

lobo_mau

Those who met Matt, or know him by photos may be unable to recognize him, because since he let his beard grow, he looks the twin brother of Chewbacca. I believe it makes me Han Solo, his companion of adventures

Nikki

I am already on record as saying that the picture of Matt with the Masai elder makes him look like Indiana Jones. So if you, Lobo, are Han Solo, that must make you and Matt twins.

Pictures of Chewbacca please.

lobo_mau

Here it is the picture of Chewbacca:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chewbacca
For a picture of Matt with grown blond beard, you have to wait for the next LDC

Nikki

It's the Matt/Chewie picture I'm interested in. Guess I'll have to wait, but someone other than Matt has to bring a camera, as he won't allow pictures of himself unless he pre-approves the shot.

annesherrod

I am so glad I am finally able to read these posts as well as respond!!

My husband and I are goig to Seville and Portugal in Jan. Great information!!! I can't wait! I have never been to Portugal before.

Anne

isabel

I also will be interested in seeing the photo of Matt as Chewie. For anyone who wants a good look at him sans beard, I got one in July. It's at: www.pbase.com/annforcier/image/65256619

I'll just repeat what I said in my trip report, that the LDC was one of the highlights of our Portugal trip. I definitly encourage anyone who visits Lisbon to try and attend one.

Matt_from_England

I'vw just brought the Millenium Falcon in from blowing up the Death Star and am enjoying a space beer and enjoying these last postings. I prefer to think of myself going through an Ernest Hemingway stage, or Jim Morrison or my musical hero Jerry Garcia but perhaps a wookiee is more recognisable.

David, got your email, I'll reply soon with my home tel number.

Anne hope to see you soon on the "Things to do in and around Lisbon Part III" thread.

The best LDC so far? A private affair this past weekend.

Menu:

Chilled melon bread and cream soup with toasted almond and farinheira topping.

Duck rice with gently steamed brocolli and red cabbage.

Steamed salmon steaks with potatoes and brocolli.

Mango mousse.

Wines were Porca da Murça Red and white, (reserves) starting with the white and working onto the red.

Ending with a crushed ice whisky and coffee cream Sorbet.

Unfortunately this "restaurant" is very private and the waiting list for a table is many years long. And one can see why, the food was divine, the location perfect, the hosts charming - even if I did bore them with my New York reminiscances...

Oh and terribly expensive to boot.

Now Mexican, my place?

Chewie.

lobo_mau

Is that an invitation? On behalf of the whole wolves' pack, it's more than accepted

nardah

I just found your thread a few days ago and I'm addicted!! Your group sounds like way to much fun and I hope we can meet up in Lisbon. Four of us (two couples) are traveling from Austin, TX to Portugal arriving in Lisbon the morning of Oct. 2 and departing from Lisbon early Oct. 12. We plan to travel to many of the places talked about in other people's travel reports so that has been very helpful. We'll be in Lisbon the night of the 2,3, and 4th. Let us know if anyone is available for dining. I'm sure i'll have some questions before we leave. We are all really looking forward to seeing your beautiful country! (My husband has even selected a tie for a trip to Adega das Gravatas)

lobo_mau

LDC scheduled events:

- 21 September - LDC with David (dwsnyder) + Susan - Adega das Gravatas
- 29 September - LDC with Brazilnut + friend (the 1st LDC to be held in Portuguese language) in "O Cantinho do Bem Estar"
- 2...4 October - LDC with Nardah + DH - Adega das Gravatas
- 9 or/and 10 October - cheese and wine party with Leslie + ?? + Judi + ?? in Leslie's (Imernal) appartment
- x of y - LDC with Sher

Feel free to contact me anytime [email protected]

If I forgot someone, please let me know.

namaka

Oh Lobo, how I wish I were still on the dining list. Perhaps one day, we will dine again!

laartista

Are there dining club get togethers in January?

lobo_mau

Of course there are. At least I don't plan to move anywhere. Post here your window of opportunity or email to me.

annesherrod

I will also be there in Jan!! At the end of the month. We will be driving from Seville.
I will def email you too. YOur pics are great and as trip report so informative.

Sher

Your wish is my command.

Just let Bob and I know when and where and we will be there.

Any day is good for us between Oct. 24-28, as we leave on Saturday morning.

Sherry

lobo_mau

LDC scheduled events:

- 21 September - LDC with David (dwsnyder) + Susan - Adega das Gravatas
- 29 September - LDC with Brazilnut + friend (the 1st LDC to be held in Portuguese language) in "O Cantinho do Bem Estar"
- 2...4 October - LDC with Nardah + DH - Adega das Gravatas
- 9 or/and 10 October - cheese and wine party with Leslie + DH + Judi + DH in Leslie's (Imernal) appartment
- 24...27 October - LDC with Sher + DH (27th favourite option) - with an option for an additional Estremoz/Alandroal Dining Club GTG if the calendars match.
- 15<x<31 Jan - LDC with Laartista + Annsherrod (x to be acknowledged)
- somewhere in the near future - LDC with Kenderina + Emilio
- somewhere in the near future - LDC with Namaka + Robert + lovely children