Photo: Grace A. Capobianco
Reprint DOWNTOWN Summer 2024
DOWNTOWN is further expanding its international travel and lifestyle coverage. We will be kicking things off with our new section, PASSPORT. In our Fall 2024 issue, we’ll be exploring Portugal, where our publisher Grace A. Capobianco experienced living abroad the past year. Here is a taste of things to come.
“Under the visionary leadership of Founder and CEO, Grace A. Capobianco, DOWNTOWN has continuously evolved to reflect the dynamic landscapes of the cities it serves. Grace’s pioneering spirit and commitment to excellence have propelled DOWNTOWN to the forefront of media innovation, garnering for leisure and settlement. Our journey began with the launch of the quarterly magazine, captivating over 250,000 readers with stories of resilience and renewal in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, particularly in Lower Manhattan. Since then, DOWNTOWN has emerged as a definitive voice for the community, shaped by the diverse tapestry of cultures, businesses, and ideas that define the urban landscape.
As we expand our horizons to embrace one of Europe’s most enchanting destinations, Portugal, we remain steadfast in delivering insightful content that resonates with our discerning audience. Portugal, renowned for its beauty, diversity, and safety, has captured the imagination of Americans seeking a welcoming and rewarding environment for leisure and settlement. With DOWNTOWN’s Portugal, we aim to harness this momentum and introduce our proven formula for success to a global audience. Grace’s unparalleled travel of record in media innovation, along with her dedicated team of journalists, ensures that DOWNTOWN Portugal will be a must-read destination for audiences worldwide. -The DOWNTOWN TEAM
NEWS
UNITED AIRLINES ESTABLISHES DIRECT FLIGHTS TO FARO AIRPORT
United Airlines recently established direct flights from New York/Newark to Faro, marking a pivotal moment in transatlantic travel, opening new doors of opportunity and connectivity between our nations. unitedairlines.com
JETBLUE /TAP JOIN FORCES, INTRODUCE DIRECT FLIGHT TO PORTUGAL
The USDOT (United States Department of Transportation) has greenlit Portugal airline TAP to share with JetBlue on its flights from Europe to the United States. The two carriers have been working together since 2016. This latest move covers transatlantic links operated by TAP Air Portugal from Europe to the US indefinitely. jetblue.com
ART
CORTE REAL GALLERY
Pedro Corte Real and his partner Michael Roberts left the corporate world behind 15 years ago, and restored an old farmhouse in the countryside north of Boliqueime, Portugal, to create an art gallery. Once inside this old dwelling, visitors will find gorgeously curated pieces of ceramics, pottery paint and print with some fabulously restored antique furniture from Braganca. cortrealarte.com -Michelle Pierse
ARTCATTO
Artcatto is the brainchild of Gillian Catto, who after 30 years as the owner of the internationally recognised and respected – The Catto Gallery in London, decided to settle in the Algarve and opened Artcatto in Loulé. Jack Vettriano’s solo exhibition at her Gallery helped to create a global demand for his work, which skyrocketed in value virtually overnight. artcatto.com
DINING
TOP: ONE OF PORTUGAL’S GORGEOUS VILLAS. PHOTO BY APEX REAL ESTATE. MIDDLE: JACQUELINE PIERSE, OWNER CASA DO CAMPO. PHOTO BY PHILIPPE REYNAUD. BOTTOM: UNITED KITCHENS OF INDIA’S CHEF NARAYAN RAO. PHOTO BY PHILIPPE REYNAUD.
CASA DO CAMPO
Nestled in the picturesque landscape of the Algarve, Portugal, Casa do Campo, an 1884 farmhouse converted into a restaurant in 1991, stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of Portuguese culinary excellence.
For the past 30+ years, owner Jacqueline Pierse has steered this gastronomic haven with unwavering dedication and a passion for perfection. Pierse’s grandmother served as an inspiration with her culinary prowess, working at the Red House Inn in Kildare, Ireland. casadocampoalgarve.com
UNITED KITCHENS OF INDIA
Chef Narayan Rao, who opened in 2019 United Kitchens of India in Quarteira, is a guardian of India’s culinary heritage. At United Kitchens of India, you’ll find dishes, both meat and vegan, celebrating India’s di- verse culinary heritage, offering a spectrum of regional tastes from the sizzling tandoors of the North to the fiery curries of the South. “My work focuses on rediscovering and preserving dying dishes, bridging cultural gaps, and introducing authentic Indian flavors in innovative ways,” says Rao. unitedkitchensofindiaportugal.com DTM