The skateboarding world is buzzing with excitement as Ericeira gears up to welcome a revolutionary addition to its vibrant skate scene. And it will be ready this weekend, on the 26th of August 2023. An epic vert ramp brought to town by the remarkable 16-year-old skateboard prodigy, Freddie Arnold. This thrilling venture promises to redefine […]
Category: Meet the Local
Welcome to Meet the Local: a journey to discover the fascinating people, professionals, products, services and entertainment in Ericeira. Join us as we delve into the lives and aspirations of the locals and learn about their unique stories.
We’re also excited to showcase the best local professionals and their art, vision, and work philosophy, as well as the finest products and services available nearby.
By buying locally, we not only support our community but also get to know who and how our products are made.
Join us as we explore the origin of the vegetables we eat, the craftsmanship behind our furniture, and the exciting sports and fun activities in the area.
Let’s discover together the hidden gems of Ericeira!
Immersive Theatre Party in Ericeira: Intrigue & Glamour!
Hey there, party people! Have you heard the buzz around town? Something amazing happened last weekend in Ericeira. La Clique organized an immersive theatre party that left everyone talking about it for days. Let me tell you, it was truly a one-of-a-kind experience that I can’t wait to share with you. Picture yourself being transported […]
The food scene in Ericeira: what’s going on?
Well hello, there fellow foodies! I’ve been asked by the lovely folk at Ericeira Living to give my take on a simple question. What’s going on with the food scene in Ericeira? I’ll start by saying that since coming here as a teenager on my first-ever surf trip with friends many years ago, a lot […]
Anna Pixner: speeding to the stars, making it happen
Photo: Reichl Haas Visuals. World Cup, here she comes! We interview Austria’s fastest downhill skater, who lives right here in Ericeira, Portugal. When Anna Pixner started downhill skating, she found her place in the world. Ten years later, as one of the world’s best in the sport, she is aiming for the IDF World Cup. […]
Surf Training Workout: will it make you a better surfer?
Surf training programs are popular among today’s top surfers. A glance at their Instagram accounts and you will see it for yourself. Pro Surfers are enhancing their training routine with surf-specific workouts outside the water. Presumably, the dryland sessions can help the world’s best surfers to perform at their highest level and give them an […]
Birthday Coming Up? No-fuss Child-friendly Ideas
Got a birthday coming up? Check our no-fuss, child-friendly celebration ideas that won’t break the bank. Skatepark birthday action – for little shredders This year, our little shredder decided he wanted to celebrate his fifth birthday doing what he loves the most: skating with his friends in the local skatepark Boardriders. So, all there was […]
The Top Vegan-Friendly Eats in Town
Photo by Beatrice Lindfors, at Balagan Ericeira. If not a matter of uppermost priority, it is at least reassuring to know where you can eat during your stay, right? So, let me share with you our top vegan-friendly eats in town. Be U organic Market and our go-to vegan cafe Besides the two daily main […]
Miguel Blanco Saves the Waves. The Planet Next?
Former Portuguese national surf champion Miguel Blanco is setting an example. So, let the surfer show you how to make this planet a better place. With your own hands. When it comes to looking after the environment and promoting sustainability, Miguel has high standards. He has a hands-on approach and a simple, fool-proof method that […]
The Guardian of the Surfing Reserve – Interview
If you know Ericeira, you are bound to know The Guardian. This is the sculpture above the renowned beach and surf spot Ribeira d’Ilhas. The Guardian might well celebrate the World Surfing Reserve – the title that Ericeira has held since 2011, because of its world-class waves. But the truth about the sculpture goes further […]
Aerial Silks are Back in Town and Ready to Roll
Aerial Silks are fun, incredibly challenging, and will keep you coming back for more.You workout like a circus artistwithout realising how hard your body is actually working!You are strong and flexible enough. Start from wherever you are.Here.Local Aerial Silks classesevery Friday. Just try it. With a new teacher and an updated venue, Aerial Silks classes […]