About this Event
VERY LIMITED TO 60 PEOPLE!
Featuring an exclusive concert by Portuguese Celebrities!
It is one of America’s closest friends in Europe, as well as one of the hottest tourist destinations for travelers. Portugal is a country that embraces a spirit of warmth, elegance, beauty, and adventure like no other.
Tonight, H.E. Ambassador Francisco Duarte Lopes is opening up his magnificent residence for an exclusive visit for our members. It is a chance to meet him and the diplomats from the embassy, taste authentic Portuguese cuisine, experience Portuguese culture, enjoy a concert from visiting native celebrity Portuguese musicians, and marvel at the beauty of this unique residence!
FEATURING:
1) DIPLOMATIC GREETING:
H.E. Ambassador Francisco Duarte Lopes will personally welcome you to his home and offer remarks about his country. The embassy will also invite other diplomats from different departments of the embassy to meet and greet you and to answer any questions that you may have.
2) PORTUGUESE FOOD PREPARED BY THE AMBASSADOR’S CHEF:
As if we were in a popular restaurant in Lisbon, tonight’s dinner comes from the embassy’s hand-picked chef who cooks exclusively for the embassy’s events. Enjoy samples of exciting native Portuguese food.
3) PORTUGUESE WINE & REFRESHMENTS:
A special array of Portuguese wines and other nonalcoholic drinks.
4) EXCLUSIVE NATIVE PORTUGUESE MUSICAL CONCERT FROM VISITING CELEBRITY MUSICIANS!
Tonight will be a musical night you will never forget! Experience the incredible talent of Portuguese Natives Sara Serpa and André Matos!
Serpa and Matos achieved a unique sonic world, drawing upon pure and contemplative sounds through a personal approach to melody and improvisation. For this performance, Serpa’s distinctive singing and Matos’ spectacular sonic landscapes will focus on the Portuguese language, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution and 500 year anniversary of poet Luís de Camões, bringing to life poems and songs by Camões, Fernando Pessoa and José Afonso.
5) PORTUGUESE ART:
Throughout this beautiful residence, we will experience Portuguese paintings and artifacts.
Because of the nature of the event, we are limiting the number of people who attend. So, early registration is encouraged.
Note: All funds collected are going to help with the expenses of the event. The embassy is not receiving any profit or funds towards this event.
Business Attire
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
2125 Kalorama Rd NW, 2125 Kalorama Road Northwest, Washington, United States
USD 178.71
