Yes, this is why we are living on the Azores! My brothers, Annemarie and I went for a hike and were thrilled by the variety of landscapes, views and natural beauty. Although the trail already excised this summer it became a marked route, so now the majestic glory is visible to all who want to go out there. I had seen straight rock formations a few times from a distance…

Biscoitos is the pounding heart of the Azorean wine tradition, or at least this is where the tradition has been kept alive in the rocky surroundings of the north side of Terceira. The wines of Terceira; Vinho de Cheiro and Verdelho, of which the latter is said to be the best, are made possible by clever and hard work of the wine families of the island. The volcanic landscape has…