The History of Fado started spontaneously in the streets of Lisbon where Fado took the centre stage as a way to socialize and entertain. Here, individuals would narrate a series of events of the quotidian, of urban culture and singular stories, such as, for example, the mythical and famed episode of the relationship between the […]
Category: Arts & Métiers

Project CULTURE’s Collection of Craftsmanship Masterpieces: ArtsTool
Project CULTURE, created by Covet Foundation, is the material concretization of a dream that belongs to every single person who celebrates the finest craftsmanship all around the world. This Creative Hub allows master artisans, plastic artists and designers to work together searching for new artistic ways to express themselves and create beautiful masterpieces. Follow us […]

Camané: Interview with the Singer that took Fado across borders
Camané is a Portuguese Fado singer. Over the past few years, Portugal has become one of the most coveting benchmarks when it comes to tourism, mainly due to its emotive character. Portuguese music finds itself at the centre stage and Secrets from Portugal had the pleasure to interview Camané, one of the illustrious names known […]

Maison et Objet Talks: Portugal, Eldorado Archi, Design, Craft?
Maison et Objet talks programme has been quite inspiring this year, where topics from French identity to Chinese and Portuguese design have been discussed. Secrets from Portugal had the pleasure to be live at the last Maison et Objet talks, “Portugal, Eldorado archi, design, craft?”, a conference destinated to discuss why Portugal has played such an […]

Ourivesaria Tavares develops innovative yet classic jewellery designs
Established in 1922, Ourivesaria Tavares is one of the most prestigious goldsmithery factories in Portugal, based in Póvoa de Varzim. They are best known for creating jewellery and sacred art pieces that amalgamate an unrivalled level of tradition and innovation. In all of their creations, they focus on using only the best materials and techniques […]