Our Favorite Lisbon Neighbourhood: Ajuda (why we live here)

[@joenandamalie]

Who else is an Amêijoas Ph.D Expert? Also guys, get our Lisbon guide by signing up here: waitlistr.com/lists/7ab71765/stay-classy-guide-lisbon

[@siboneypeltier2307]

Your best video information yet on Lisbon! please reference the music video recording, it is so appropriate and lovely? thank you and much continued success, Skål! Felicidades!

[@cleantheocean]

Keep it simple (amêijoas á Bolhão Pato), olive oil, garlic and salsa or coentros at the end. Maybe a spoon of butter to give some consistency and pepper at your taste. Get rid of clams that don't open. They should be all opened after 20 minutes on a partially closed pot, low heat (not minimum). Eat them with rye bread or a mixed one (pão de mistura, pão da Mealhada, saloio...)

[@cleantheocean]

Almost forgot, leave clams submerged in cold water around 5 minutes before cooking to remove sand and excessive salt (needless to add any while cooking)

[@avennechuk]

it is better to make a live tour for subscribers. not free of course)

[@ruineves9839]

I'm not na expert but I can tell you a story ! Once a ship from japan came to the Tagus estuary in Lisbon, and drop the ballast water in the river. Since then, in Lisbon it's easy to eat that kind of ameijoa (you can find many man picking - ameijoa japonesa in low tide, near Vasco da Gama bridge) which is very similar with the portuguese "ameijoa-boa", but the flesh it's smaller and diferent. Look for ameijoa-boa in Ria Formosa, Ria de Alvor, or Ria de Aveiro, it's more expensive but ...

[@j.pdasilva2310]

intro music 10 points

[@joenandamalie]

Yay 🍾

[@JPVNG67]

My thanks to Joen and Amelia for Zeca Afonso

[@kikoempis]

The clock tower, known as "Torre do Galo" (Roster Tower) is the remains of the "Royal Shack" (Real Barraca). A great wooden royal palace built after the 1755 earthquake that destroid the "Palácio da Ribeira", the royal palace that existed on Terreiro do Paço. The king then got afraid of living on a stone palace, in case of another earthquake, so he ordered a new palace to be built of wood, to be resistant to earthquakes. But guess what... it was not resistant to fire! It was full of riches and tapestries, and all the best things. But unfortunately it burned to the ground in a huge fire a few years after being built. So, the new Palácio da Ajuda was ordered. This palace, has never been finished. It's 1/3 built. The "façade" we see nowadays is a lateral, is not the front of the building. The works stopped due to the french invasions, and when the court left to Brazil. Since then the works never resumed. A little history for you guys! ;)

[@joaoportalegre3659]

The "Torre do Galo" wasn't part of the "Barraca Real" was part of the "Capela Real" The "Capela Real" was demolished in the 19th century, leaving only the "Torre do Galo" because it is the only part not made of wood. Work on the west facade of the palace is ongoing and is likely to be completed before the end of the year. Finally 250 years after the beginning of the works, the Ajuda Palace will be completed.

[@kikoempis]

João Portalegre not completed... it will be fixed, but very far from completing the main project.

[@andrepereira9]

Horrível, meteram um radiador num palácio. Lamentável

[@kikoempis]

andrepereira9 concordo

[@joaoportalegre3659]

Realmente, fecharem um palácio antigo com uma fachada à " hospital da cuf" não tem muita graça, enfim...

[@manuellopez417]

Guy's this is so nostalgic for me. I'm from Lisbon's but for the last 37years i live in London UK. I know the area and your video bought tears to my eyes. Thank you for sharing this wonderful video. You the best

[@lidiageo]

Manuel Lopez vem pra cá!

[@Portugal2100]

I am Portuguese and I never saw what you just showed to us in Pateo Alfacinha. Nice one!

[@a.caeiro7775]

Loved it, loved loved it! I was smiling all the time while wtatching this video. And Zeca Afonso❣ Thank you so much for sharing!

[@joenandamalie]

Thanks so much for your kind words 🥰

[@a.caeiro7775]

@@joenandamalie Thank YOU for your good vibes! The love you put in your videos, we can feel it! It´s wonderfull! Thank you

[@celvinscott502]

What Song is this from Zeca Afonso?!? Thanks for info.

[@a.caeiro7775]

@@celvinscott502 It´s "Venham Mais Cinco" Just love it! You can listen as much as you like here >> kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnrIp5ZppNaepJY 🥰

[@celvinscott502]

A. Caeiro Hey, thank you very much!❤️ Obrigado

[@eagletransporter1999]

Such a pleasant video !! ... well, they all are, but this one had a little "je ne sais quoi" that made me feel really happy and proud to be a lisboeta! :) You guys totally rule!

[@AntonioRodriguez-ll9wt]

E que orgulho...

[@tfindierock]

This type of videos have such a good vibe! Make more, please!

[@tucanni]

you guys capture whats the essence of being lisboeta, good job!

[@ivosilva2796]

Thanks once again for making my mouth water and for supporting local businesses. :)

[@mariadigiovanni1168]

I absolutely loved this video. I am backing up to watch it again! Thank you!

[@jeffroberts_tunes]

You guys are so laid back and sympathetic -- thanks for the tour!!

[@gene6690]

Thank you guys for sharing your personal perspective on a great little country

[@dickielarue1451]

My Favorite Neighborhood in Lisboa, proper...Alcantara, and I live here...From the Rio Tejo to Monsanto Parque...and everywhere in between...But hey we're practically neighbor's...The corridor from Alcantara, Ajuda and Belem I.M.H.O. is a gem!

[@ES-ge7bb]

Love the authentic, unknown and spontaneous. And the food, once again, looks mouth-watering. Thanks for sharing.

[@19561127]

You are more and more sophisticated with your videos. Very good !

[@fernandocosta7784]

At 16 minute of video, the house has the name of Pátio Alfacinha, and it´s really amazing !

[@luigiamorini912]

Maravilhoso ao começar Zeca Afonso não podia ser melhor. 👍👍👍❤❤❤🇵🇹

[@brianwhite1189]

Yes, you're in an incredible area! Thanks for the tour!

[@AntonioRodriguez-ll9wt]

Lisboa Lisboa,e ao ver-te... Bairro da... Ajuda... Saudades minha cidade... 4 anos sem te ver... 😢😢😢😢

[@alexandrelaureano7619]

As you live there, go visit Tapada da Ajuda, you will love the lovely nature landscape and how the university comes together with the environment

[@paulocandido551]

It is very good to see the neighborhood where I lived until I left my parents' home so well pictured. What's funny is that the back of my old house is right in front of your beautiful balcony! My mom continues to live there, let's see if you can find her one day during a cold shower on your balcony! Now I live in Graça, which is also very beautiful and even older, and I like it a lot. Welcome and see you soon!

[@DLdavenport]

This is one of my favourite videos, love that you’re featuring your neighbourhood 👍 🍷a new area for us to add to our must do list.

[@anabelaquesado5335]

That clock tower with the parking lot described by Joen was the very place where I've learned how to drive at the age of 15 with my dad on a pick-up truck. Now I'm 44 and living in Viana do Castelo. The turns life presents us are amazing. Thanks for showing me your footage about my old neighborhood. I still have lots of friends there. I hope they can watch this vlog and subscribe to your channel. 😉😍😎

[@nandaalmeida1716]

Obrigada, pelas imagens da nossa Lisboa e pelo Zeca Afonso!

[@rebeccagutierrez1960]

When I was recently in the mediterranean and areas of Europe (right before Coronavirus), I was fascinated with all the laundry hanging outside. I live in Puerto Rico and I actually hang my laundry out to dry. And I absolutely love it. When I bought my home I bought a brand new dryer and of course the washer. I ended up never using the dryer and I sold it because I just love hanging my clothes out to dry.

[@fernandocosta7784]

That´s fine, you save power and mainly, you save yours clothes ...

[@TugainVietnam]

Good way as the sunlight helps to kill bacterias 😋

[@lxportugal9343]

Do you produce honey, what do bees feed in Puerto Rico?

[@anabelaquesado5335]

And way more ecological than a dryer. Of course this only works in countries where sunshine isn't a premium!

[@rebeccagutierrez1960]

@@lxportugal9343 I only educate people about honey consumption and its many benefits.

[@helencousins2911]

Hi Classy Couple - loved seeing the village you live in. You did a beautiful job. The food was absolutely mouthwatering. I joined the waitlist for your guide - I know it's going to be outstanding. I hope you decide to do a Meet N'Greet when travel restrictions are lifted. I would definitely love to attend. Lara is growing by leaps and bounds. Too cute 🐾🐾

[@dave5633]

That's the biggest thing I miss about Portugal... the food. Good food for a little price in beautifull little squares. As much as Iove Montreal Canada, where I live, there's no such things here.... Enjoyed your video. Thanks again!

[@dave5633]

I signed up for your guide! :)

[@xanasantos1]

This was my neighbourhood where I grew up and lived until I was 22 years old.

[@joenandamalie]

Must have been a great childhood!

[@JPVNG67]

another great video. Me and wife (my fault, i brought her to your videos are always checking if there r some more lol). U guys do a great job promoting Portugal and this videos is another example. Thank you

[@luchuys7901]

Great video and fully agree Ajuda is a hidden jewel in the Lisbon area

[@Lugii11]

You guys are getting more and more The Portuguese essence in your hearts :) HAHA i love it

[@JenShea]

Yesterday, she is a talented violist. What a beautiful park! €2 is a very good entrance price for such a beautiful place! What a lovely neighbourhood, you are fortunate to live in this gem 💎

[@fabiam1988]

I love Palácio da Ajuda! It's fantastic! You must see it!❤🌹

[@torui6316]

Me and my wife follow your food tours, beja, Évora, lisboa. Thank you for the insights. Visit palmela castle and the wine tour. Respect.

[@joenandamalie]

Thanks for following us 🥰! We still hVe to explore Palmela

[@estrelasolar]

@@joenandamalie , YES!!!!

[@tamaramadelin4831]

Love the local Lisbon videos! We have our fourth trip planned in Sept to look at houses and businesses...We are hooked! We stay in Anjos and have a local authentic resto for you...You can film and learn to love bacalhau (we did!!), but they also do dorade, sole and amazing beef dishes! We invite you...

[@ruineves9839]

Came on Joen ! Aren't you just a litle bit curious about what we make with Faroe Cod Fish, in 1001 diffrent ways, in our kitchens ?

[@joenandamalie]

🤣🤣

[@lxportugal9343]

I meet some Norwegians.... and mmmh they are not very found off cod dishes from other countries. Bacalhau à Bras can came out reaaaaaly good or nheeeec no so god

[@ruineves9839]

Hummm the Norwegian gastronomy ! Are you not sure the cod prefers to die in a portuguese dish ? They are doing it for 500 years (and they are far from beeing portuguese). Well like we say: "Quem não arrisca não petisca".

[@lxportugal9343]

@@ruineves9839 I'm going to ask that to my Bacalhau à Bras next time... :) But to be honest I have to try some Norwegians bacalhau dishes to find out why are they so "snob" about other countries bacalhau dishes.

[@deolimjo]

Now that’s what I call classy, your video is fascinating and thrilling, loved the Ajuda palace tour albeit limited, nevertheless it looks authentic , I look forward to visit one day hopefully not too long in the distant future, thank you for sharing take care of yourselves and of each other. tchau for now and stay where you meant to stay.

[@luigiamorini912]

Vocês são o máximo, vocês estão doutorados em portugalidade.

[@djtleitho7689]

That is the kind of neighbourhood I like.....gosh you guys made me so hungry with those delicious food...I am amazed how you guys eat so much but stay so slim. What is your secret? love hearing you speaking Portuguese. In no time you’ll be speaking like a native . 👍🏻.

[@madeirauntold]

We also live in Ajuda, but the one in Funchal!

[@joenandamalie]

Almost the same 😂

[@keepitpg6807]

The lady playing the violin divine .

[@jameshaddan8538]

Watching you two eat is so delightful - great food is such a source of joy! I can’t wait to have some great Portugese food again.

[@K9PT]

Thanks for another beautiful video about my country!

[@staroliva6502]

Planning to go next year hopefully . We are definitely visiting that Restaurant guys. We are looking at Portugal and Northern Spain to semi retired. Great video.

[@100porcentosaudavel]

Well done, very nice video. Keep up with the good job u are doing. All the Best for u guys.

[@linogalveias]

if you like José Afonso, check his fados and his amazing album Galinhas do Mato

[@anneofgreengables1619]

that last place was fascinating. A hidden gem! Food looked fantastic too!

[@PRLV89]

Hello, hi just started to watch your videos, and I really like how you two present my country. Amazing quality, great video shots. Continue the amazing work you are doing. Tak skal du have.

[@joenandamalie]

Thanks for your kind words! 🥰😘

[@carolmedeiros7480]

Loved this so much! Loved the music! I am so excited to travel there someday soon. You both do an excellent job of sharing Portugal❤️

[@joanaoliveira5832]

Please make another video in Ericeira! There are amazing Restaurants with a nice sea view and delicious sea food! 😊👍

[@AntonioRodriguez-ll9wt]

Vocês são o máximo!!! Obrigado por mostrarem a minha cidade no seu melhor... Saudades dum tuga lisboeta longe... 😥😥😥

[@HawtCris]

Awesome vlogs, showing what a great country this tiny dot in the map is :)

[@ruineutro1]

Que saudades de Lisboa! Guys...I really loved the video today. Take care!

[@Maria-lp4ix]

Amazing video like always, and your portuguese it improves a lot. CONGRATULATIONS 😊

[@Ari-ld9hi]

Hi guys, I would recommend you use a lavalier microphone as sometimes I have to adjust volume when you are far away from the camera. Love your channel. You guys are the best.

[@joenandamalie]

Hehe, that’s not possible as we are running and gunning with the shotgun mic all the time. Audio gain in-post is all we got! Thanks for your love!

[@pixelised]

I believe the Ajuda neighbourhood must feel like a village: on a school trip to the Ajuda National Palace there were chickens roaming freely on the road near the back entrance of the palace (the one they're finally concluding after like 300 years).😃 You pronounce "Ajuda" like if you were Galicians…😁 You might want to try bacalhau com natas (or the older version, bacalhau à conde da Guarda), it's basically bacalhau for beginners that even kids like.😉

[@acceleratum]

bacalhau grows on us, most kids dont like but since eat it so often like in christmas we all end up enjoying it, its just a matter of trying different recipes and youll find at least some you love, and eventually youll enjoy all.

[@afonsorafael4114]

First coffe u siting drinking the famous "galao" calls "O Calhariz" Wold be great to have that on the description at least 😁👊🏼

[@eva6009]

Fantastic video! Ajuda looks like a great residential area. I wanna come so badly and visit all those places. Muito obrigada!

[@vascojoao]

I use to work and live there, it's a paradise that had stopped in time, and the prices are good except for the new real state. People use to get married in Pateo Alfacinha, a day to always remember. If you guys are overloaded with work, I can help you cause Im unemployed, I had to return to my parents house, it's near you, Alfragide. Your vlog it's great and gave me mixed feelings cause I used to enjoy life there, and now i'm on the dull confined in my parents house. You're a beautiful couple, good job.

[@MAKAKA2024-b7y]

Love it so much.Live in Prague,but here we have nothing like this.This part of Lisbon feels so authentic.

[@mariellemair4105]

Went to eat here yesterday.Truly a special experience! Thanks for the recommendation!

[@aliochafonseca5973]

Olá Amalie &Joen, thank you for sharing with us your bairro. Be happy in Ajuda.Portugal loves you Maaaboyz .Bacalhau D N A.❤🇵🇹🍷.Até lego.

[@franciscomartins7463]

Congratulations about your excellent video edition

[@sunflowerhk100]

I really like the background music. Anybody knows the name of the song? or the band?

[@a.caeiro7775]

It´s "Venham Mais Cinco" by the wonderful Zeca Afonso >> kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnrIp5ZppNaepJY 🥰

[@FRodrigues93]

That intro music was on point! You guys really seem portuguese! Would love to hang out with you both sometime! Let me know when you come to porto or azores :)

[@TugainVietnam]

Hello my friends, as always, wonderful videos and on behalf of my Portuguese brothers and sisters, thank for promoting my wonderful country 🇵🇹♥️

[@scottblomquist9023]

If you can get pics inside Palácio da Ajuda, not even video, it’s very grand.

[@pastel1970]

I lived in Ajuda two times, first in Memória and then in Bairro dos Mortos. It was so nice :) Do you guys know why it's called Memória? (hukommelse) It''s about a king, a secret meeting with a lady and an assassination atempt. And afterwards a whole family was executed.

[@sandrasgotvoice]

LOVE this video! this neighborhood is great for my age. You didn’t mention the cost of apartments in the area?

[@etellr7475]

Beautiful video! We enjoyed watching it! We also love Portugal - every part of the country!

[@DAVEJJR]

I love the freguesia of ajuda! Especially the area near the gorgeous, neo-classical palácio da ajuda.

[@antoniomiguelsimao]

Bochechas in Idanha a Nova, near Castelo Branco are called faceiras de porco. In the same zone they have the finest queijo de ovelha very good an cheap. If you know you can eat divinely in almost al country: Pombal, Coimbra, Condeixa, but also around Lisboa, like Bucelas, Arruda dos Vinhos even in a tiny little town as Calhandriz, near Mato Da Cruz witch I recommend vively. Not forgetting Adega do Falhão a must where you can lisening to fado.

[@antoniocastro4371]

You can find lots of restaurants who make bochechas, in Caldas da Rainha, near the medieval village of Óbidos, and in Óbidos too, ofcourse...

[@RedEagle04]

Thank you very much, you are doing public service and this is highly valued, especially as foreigners. Thank you Stay Classy Vlog. Visit Geres don't forget. ;)

[@valchabord8969]

I would like to know more about waitlist such as what is included? What to expect out of it? More details....... Thank you, Val

[@joenandamalie]

The lisbon guide will include restaurants, things to do, where to stay, hotels, pro tips, when to go and much more!

[@chakaula8642]

Nice video!

[@anaferreira7476]

Hi Amalie, you just need to buy a traditional roling shopping bag!😉😅

[@pois2663]

The dannish couple who most promote tourism in Portugal abroad throughtout theirs owns videos. Neither the official Portugal tourism department doesn´t better...

[@Bracarensis]

Tantos erros que nem vale a pena corrigir.

[@pois2663]

@@Bracarensis e alguém o chamou aqui para vir corrigir alguma coisa ?

[@pois2663]

@André Moreira tens razão, meu menino. Vocês portugueses falam e escrevem muito bem o vosso pretoguês, não haja duvidas. Para além de serem os maiores corruptos da Europa, são chulos dos outros povos europeus que trabalham e vos sustentam. Vocês sem o dinheiro da união europeia, não faziam nada. Vocês todos juntos, não valem 1.

[@pois2663]

@@Bracarensis tens razão meu menino. É só ver e ouvir vocês portugueses a falar diariamente em meio publico, nas redes sociais, e então quando alguma televisão vos questiona sobre alguma coisa em entrevista de rua, não hajam duvidas, que vocês portugueses, nascidos em Portugal, falam e escrevem mal a vossa lingua. Mas acham-se sempre com moral para dar aos outros. Antes de mais, corrijam-se quando falam e escrevem a vossa propria lingua. Que já é um enorme favor que fazem a vocês mesmos.

[@pois2663]

@André Moreira "a minha contribuição não é boa e não vale a pena", segundo você diz no texto cobardemente escrito em alemão, ignorando haver ferramentas de tradução. Olhe, o que eu posso dizer-lhe não abona mesmo nada a seu favor. Porque só mostra que você, como muitos portugueses acham-se a ultima bolacha do pacote, que são os maiores. São muito apressados em fazer juízos de valor sobre os outros. Então, comece por fazer um exame a si mesmo. Da vossa fanfarronice. Se vale a pena ou não, só a mim cabe decidir isso. Também acho que o que você comentou em relação ao meu texto em inglês, também em nada lhe fica bem. Porque todos os estrangeiros e até mesmo vocês portugueses sabem, que diariamente, falam e escrevem muito mal a vossa língua. Comecem por vocês. Deixem essa eterna mania de se acharem melhores do que os outros. Tratem de honrar o nome de Portugal no estrangeiro, exigindo aos vossos governantes que façam mais pelo povo português, com os dinheiros que vêm da União Europeia. Isso é que vocês brilhavam. Mas quanto a isso, vocês assobiam para o lado.

[@joaopintocorreia2461]

The intrumental music I like.

[@Brunbrown]

I lived in St Amaro for 10 years with a gorgeous view to the river and the bridge, I miss seeing the planes and big boats entering the city. Ajuda, St Amaro and Alcantara are great areas, cheaper than the center, neighbour areas with less tourists, less traffic and great views in the upper appartments. Also is near a great river area to make some walks or running. I hope you two miss the area.

[@carlosoliveira5155]

your guys are amazing, I get hungry every time I watch your videos, the department of tourism and culture should sponsor your videos, no one promotes Portugal north to south and islands like your guys, I wish I could have your life, thanks for promoting my country and share your videos, great job ate logo!!!!!!!!!!

[@MarkHolmes]

We were pretty close to you guys in April of 2017. Went to Pasteis Belem and Jeronimos Monastery down by the water. Your favorite restaurant looks amazing. Wish we had known back then!

[@marcorill1670]

great video like always.

[@joenandamalie]

Thanks Eduardo!

[@Dreamsstalker]

Joen please finish all the videos with "obrigadinho" :D

[@joenandamalie]

Okay then!

[@berlinocelot]

This is pretty cool coz I lived in Lisboa for 3 years and it never crossed my mind to go to Ajuda. Never heard anyone even mention it. Looks really interesting though and like you say, that Portuguese Vila vibe.

[@nacht98]

great work guys!

[@luigiamorini912]

Um dos melhores vídeos, vinte estrelas.

[@fabiam1988]

Zeca! Nostalgia!😧❤🌹

[@rare_medium]

Hope you can burn out the guide. I'm going to be there by November or December latest. Have you decided if it will be digital, printed, or both?

[@joenandamalie]

Will be digital to start with! We will likely make it printable though!

[@vitoraraujo3851]

Hi! so much food! how do you manage to keep in shape?

[@junnoriega]

How about a review of Alcantara, please.:-)

[@UpWalks]

You should come to Oeiras and visit the marquis of Pombal palace gardens someday. It’s just a little hop from Ajuda and it’s a beautiful place too. I got one video of the palace in my channel if you wanna take a look. I would be glad to be your guide! Cheers and great video as always!

[@mariellemair4105]

Loved loved this video! Captures so well the ease/relaxed vibes you experience living here in Lisbon! I keep hoping to run into you guys haha! "Sharing too much DNA with the Bacalauh" 😂

[@beretta51]

Thank you for making your videos, you have helped us a lot in deciding where we want to move. But if you had to choose a place to live "outside Lisbon", for example Ericerira, Cascais, Caparica, etc. Which one would you choose?

[@joenandamalie]

We would live near Setúbal :)

[@Luckyamor]

Tróia

[@lxportugal9343]

Troia????? Hehehehe Do you like mosquitoes?

[@beretta51]

@@joenandamalie Thanks for your answer, you guys should make a video about that. I know there are many people now wondering which place would be the best to buy.

[@lxportugal9343]

@@beretta51 Cascais is far much more expensive then the other alternatives you mention. Mhhhh do you like to surf? You chosen beach locations with surf spots

[@afonsocabral9925]

Thanks for the maestrias suggestion I did not know about it and I am staying nearby in Rua do Embaixador down in Belem for a month. I would suggest you to go to one of the 3 restaurants on the river side of the Clube Naval de Lisboa at varying prices. It is super relaxing open views and good food too! :-)

[@travelabroad123]

Lisbon is such an amazing place 😍❤️

[@andrepereira9]

I've leaved in Ajuda while I was in universidade (polo universitário da ajuda). Missed it a lot

[@simissagia]

You made Ajuda look even more charming than it already is 😍