Our friends
At its core, The Otterside is an informal association of guides, translators, artists, artisans, and all manner of service providers based in Portugal.
Here are some of the outstanding people and institutions we are proud and privileged to work with and support.
Joana Saragaço
Painter and Artisan
Joana graduated from Lisbon’s Faculty of Fine Arts and still works in the city, despite remaining based in her beloved Alentejo. Specializing in painting and needlework techniques, she is helping to preserve traditional crafts through workshops, in addition to selling her own creations — from tote bags to stuffed toys.
Carmen Serejo
Photographer
More than a photographer, Carmen ‘Micá’ Serejo is a tireless force for good. Born in Mozambique, in 1961, she now lives in Sintra. Since retiring from UNICEF, Carmen has dedicated most of her time to projects which shed light on the human lives and realities on the periphery of our awareness and concern.
iCON Shop
Arts and Crafts Shop and Gallery
iCON is a shop and gallery by art lovers, for art lovers. Working directly and exclusively with independent artists and artisans, iCON offers a varied selection of articles, from designer ceramics to textiles, jewelry, paintings, prints, scientific illustrations, and much more.
WonderTours
Transfers, Tours and Transportation
Wonder Tours is a transfer and transportation company owned and run by Rui Araújo, a professional driver and tour operator with decades of work experience, a stellar driving record and a sincere passion for his job. WonderTours operates across Portugal and Spain. You can find their contact information here.
Yuri Medeiros
Photographer and City Guide
Yuri is a Lisbon-based professional photographer, well familiar with the streets, alleyways, subtle details and hidden vistas of Lisbon and Sintra. His work is on display throughout this website.
Ginjinha Sem Rival
Historic Liquor Stand
This beloved liqueur stand opened doors in 1890. Having always remained a family business, serving successive generations of Lisboners for over 130 years, it’s earned a reputation as one of the two best-known cherry liqueur (ginja) stands in downtown Lisbon, and its inclusion in the city’s directory of historic businesses. Today, it is at risk of closing to make way for a high-end hotel owned by some German guy who lives in the Canary Islands. Figure me that.
