Dinner at the Villa

Cooking

Entertaining and cooking have always given me such joy. I love to set a table, prepare the house, and show my guests how much their presence is appreciated. I put my love on a plate and I hope you taste it in every bite.

Community

Community is not only where you live, but also what happens around the dining table. Breaking bread with one another helps to strengthen our ties and identify our commonality. There is power in the plate.

Conversation

Something magical happens when people gather together over a meal. Words come easier, the listening is deeper, and the laughter more jovial.

Culture

Dinner at the Villa is a way to discover more about the culture and rich history of Portugal in a relaxed setting. Learn about the founding of the university, the legend of Pedro and Inês, the period of Moorish rule, and other fascinating history all while dining with a view of the centuries old Roman aqueduct right behind you.

Curiousity

The only things you need to bring to this dinner party are your appetite and a sense of curiousity about your fellow guests, life, and the world. Conversations by candlelight have a way of forging friendships that may last a lifetime.

Dinner at the Villa Thanksgiving 2023 – Reel composed by Andrea Hayden