The Hospitality Collection

Malhadinha: The Soul of Alentejo

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Set in the sun-drenched Alentejo region of Portugal, Relais & Châteaux Herdade de Malhadinha Nova is a destination where viticulture, gastronomy, and hospitality converge in extraordinary harmony. Malhadinha: The Heart of Alentejo welcomes readers to explore this family-owned hotel and estate...
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Gaia Lutz is a Brazilian journalist based in Lisbon, working across print, digital, and podcasts. Her reporting has taken her throughout Portugal, exploring topics ranging from the vibrant Lusophone music scene in Lisbon to the city’s emerging design landscape, the ethical and sustainable agricultural practices in the countryside, and portraits of the entrepreneurs, businesses, and artists shaping the country’s future. Whether through writing, podcasts, or in-person storytelling, Gaia is passionate about uncovering compelling narratives. In addition to her media work, she has collaborated with international brands on communication and branding projects. She is currently the Lisbon correspondent for Monocle magazine.

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The Hospitality Collection

Malhadinha: The Soul of Alentejo

$120

Malhadinha is about feeling at home and connected to yourself like no place else in the world. There is a soul of Alentejo that one can feel but one cannot describe. That’s what Malhadinha is about.

— Carlos Moedas, mayor of Lisbon
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Page count

188 pages

Language

English

Released on

January 2026

ISBN

9781649805881

Weight

3.75 lb

Author

Gaia Lutz

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