Nine Islands Azores

10/10/2026

Do not be like me and wait too many days or months (or in my case years) to discover O Esconderijo: an authentic, cozy glorious little restaurant on the north coast of Faial. What a gem!

Obrigada O Esconderijo 2.0. You outdid yourself. 🧡

10/10/2026

Did you know that Faial’s Horta Harbor is one of the busiest yacht harbors in the world? Yup.
The harbor is a giant whimsical mosaic:
sailboats from all over the world and the colorful signatures they leave behind against a backdrop of sky, water, and that forever mysterious mountain.

05/10/2026

We don’t get leaf colors here but we do get sky colors

01/10/2026

Pico may be my favorite Azores island, but don’t tell Faial I said that. 😉

My latest essay is a love letter to the island that keeps calling me across the channel. It's also reflection on the difference between places that enchant us and those we call home.

Which of the nine islands is YOUR favorite and why?

Pico may be my favorite Azores island, but don’t tell Faial I said that.

25/09/2026

Bioma Restaurant on Pico is one of the Azores premier gastronomic experiences, featuring the freshest of Azorean ingredients, international flavors, and creative touches.

This is pure food genius in one of the most spectacular settings on the planet 😋🥂