Summer in Portugal is a time for gathering, celebrating and soaking up the sun.

From radiant days spent on the beach, to long lazy family gatherings, summer is a time to enjoy the laid-back Portuguese lifestyle. 

While we wait for warmer days ahead, why not bring some warmth to your home with some of our sunny suggestions from Bordallo Pinheiro below?

Come on summer!

The frog was one of the animals originally honoured by ceramic artist and sculptor, Raphael Bordallo Pinheiro. Symbols of abundance, prosperity and good luck, frogs have featured prominently on several of the brand's signature pieces.  

The frog motif has become synonymous with the Bordallo Pinheiro brand, even appearing on its logo! 

We are super excited to share some newly arrived frog-inspired pieces, as well as some old favourites! 

This unique piece is part of the Censorada collection which showcases century-old Bordallo designs with a stripped down colour palette for a more modern aesthetic. Use this frog-inspired planter to display pot plants or display on its own as a decorative piece.  

This brand new decorative frog is a quintessential member of the Bordallo Art collection and would feel right at home in a garden or water feature setting, or as a quirky display piece in your living room or study.

Which is your favourite froggy friend?

At any gathering or celebration in Portugal, one thing is for sure -- the grilled sardines are never too far away! 

This could not be more true than during the Popular Saints Festivals, which happen in cities throughout Portugal on their respective patron saints' feast days.

The festivities are wild -- often going on through the night -- with parades, music and parties filling the streets. Revellers come out in their droves to eat, drink and be merry. 

This week we bring you some festive sardines, inspired by the truly unique Popular Saints celebrations.

No summer festival in Portugal is complete without sardines grilled over coals -- the most popular food of the summer.

The traditional neighbourhood of Alfama is one of the liveliest areas of Lisbon during the  Popular Saints festivities.

If there is a delicacy always present during the festivities, it is the traditional Caldo Verde soup!

Food is a central element of Portuguese summer celebrations, which take place as much at the table, as on the narrow streets of Lisbon.

Inspired by the outfits of Lisbon's festivals, the striped socks evoke the Chapitô performing arts school and its charming neighbourhood feel.

A super easy and delicious boiled artichoke recipe that makes a perfect appetiser.

Deep, dark and delicious--our aubergine collection is perfect for serving up some delectable meals. Check out some of the pieces that make up this alluring collection.

Introducing Indigo Blue and Rose 💙💗 

Two exciting new colour additions to our popular tile-inspired Rua Nova range.

Now that the seasons are changing, chances are that you are yearning for those sunny summer days. We know we are! Bring some summer vibes into your home with Bordallo Pinheiro's Watermelon range. 

Invite nature to the table with Bordallo Pinheiro's Leaves collection. Choose from a number of nature-inspired leaf designs of varying shapes and sizes. The leaves are realistically detailed, with ornate veins, stems, and texture. Several designs are available in green or white.