I have been working with Rute and Margarida at Be Aromatic for more than a decade now… I collaborated with them on the production of their cookbook Sal Verde a few years ago and more recently on the relaunch of the website. Be Aromatic | Organic Herb Farm in Evora
Do Largo restaurant is a breath of fresh air in the city of Evora, the heart of the Alentejo and home of traditional Portuguese style food. While most places in town focus on lunch and dinner, Do Largo specialises in amazing breakfasts and puts on a spectacular brunch. With a strong focus on sustainability, the majority of their produce is locally sourced, seasonal and organic wherever possible. Inside the restaurant they also have a small shop where you can find all Be Aromatic products packaged and in bulk, wines from local producers, homemade jams, as well as oat granola and…
The beautiful Hotel das Amoreiras is nestled in the heart of Lisbon, a discreet luxury boutique hotel in Lisbon’s exclusive garden square: Jardim das Amoreiras. An insider’s address in the heart of Lisbon for the true aesthete seeking the comfort accommodation expected by the modern traveller. I first photographed the hotel for the second edition of the Lisbon Insiders Magazine and then again the following summer, focusing more specifically on their restaurant, bar and lifestyle images for their social media. Hotel das Amoreiras | Hotel Photographer in Lisbon
Last summer I spent a few days out in Comporta photographing the brand new Independente hotel, Independente Comporta. Independente Comporta features 34 Villas, from studios to 5-bedroom courtyard homes, and a 40-bedroom hotel. Their restaurant, Maroto, is headed by chef David Vieira. “Fun and engaging, Maroto was designed to be in perfect harmony with its surroundings. Our commitment to Alentejo flavours is evident in each dish served. We work closely with local producers who maintain sustainable practices, ensuring their freshness but also the inclusion of the community.”
Over the last few months I have photographed a series of homes throughout Lisbon for YON Living: “Unforgettable shared living experiences in boutique homes for those with the freedom to live and work from anywhere” These are some of my favourite images from several of the houses. Interior Photographer in Lisbon
Towards the end of last year I had the opportunity to photograph Cura, at the Lisbon Four Seasons Hotel. Shortly after I visited, they were awarded their first Michelin Star under executive chef Pedro Pena Bastos, for which they deserve a round of applause!
Mercearia Do Largo, in Évora´s historic district, recently underwent extensive renovations and have reopened with a brand new look on one of the cities most picturesque squares. In collaboration with Be Aromatic, a local organic herb farm, they have revamped the menu: all locally sourced, all organic and all seasonal ingredients. Their menu is all 100% delicious (and I would know because I ate EVERYTHING) and not only good for you, but also good for the planet. In addition to the restaurant, they also sell Be Aromatic herbs and products, as well as several other locally sourced, organic goodies such…
This cookbook project was many years in the making, a passion project for both Rute, the author, and I. We have been friends for many years and had often talked about one day making a cookbook. When the opportunity arose, we jumped at the chance, not knowing that it would be almost 3 years later that our book would be printed and on the shelf. The entire production took place on Rute´s farm in the Alentejo and we cooked and styled and photographed and tasted and then cooked again and then photographed again… and then again just one more time…
Marije and Gui are a Dutch-Portuguese couple producing top quality olive oil in the Coimbra region of Portugal. We have known them for almost a decade and these two are powerhouses, always up to something new and innovative. Gui opened and runs a restaurant, Taberna do Azeite, in the old part of Coimbra (closed now thanks to COVID) that focused especially on paring olive oils with small plates of food. And Marije is the chief farming lady: planting, clearing, pruning, harvesting, pressing, bottling and packaging their organic, small batch extra virgin olive oil for their brand, Passeite. Safe to say…
Some work I did a while back for Pistola e Corazon, in Lisbon. Photos by me and illustration overlays by Marta Fea, the creative genius and co-owner of this amazing taco joint… best tacos in the city! Food Photographer Lisbon
Kerry Murray 