Winter Lisbon Adventure

We had a lovely pre-baby trip wandering about Lisbon in late January.  It's definitely a city that rewards poking about in an aimless fashion.  I don't know if I've said it this bluntly, but if you haven't visited Lisbon, you really should.  It has such an interesting blend of new and old (even downright decrepit... but in a charming way).  There is always something to see, hear, and taste, that is worth your time.  It is certainly changing as more and more tourists and expats figure this out, which brings with it your typical downsides, but it doesn't change the fact that it's a worthwile visit.  

Anywho, on this particular day we turned an aimless day into a purposeful evening by first making our way to a really quality little craft beer festival (Patio de Cerveja).  The variety and availability of craft beer has increased exponentially since we arrived less than 2 years ago. 

We finished the night with some fantastic fado.. if it's quality performers you are looking for (and can manage the expensive dinner that goes with it) Clube de Fado is the place.  We were seated immediately next to the performers.  I mean I could feel their breath.  As we were leaving (around midnight... we aren't the party kids we once were), Mariza, one of the most famous Fado performers in the world, was in the lounge... waiting to go on a bit later.  Doh!  Even so: still fantastic.

Rainbow into Sao Jorge Castle.  Per capita rainbows are very high here in Lisbon.