Rita Esgalhado (1982) & Verónica do Carmo (1983)

Rita Esgalhado

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Rita Esgalhado (1982)
Born in Lisbon, I left the city when I was 2 years old, and only returned 15 years later to go to college. I moved to one of the city’s downtown typical neighborhoods – Graça – and lived there ever since (only interrupted for a 6 months great Erasmus experience in Milan).

I graduated in Veterinary Medicine and I am currently finishing my Master studies in Emergent Infectious Diseases (interesting, hugh!? :) ). I work as consultant/assistant for the Portuguese Veterinary College and despite all the busy schedules I still manage to have a lot of free time to go out and appreciate all the good spots Lisbon as to offer.

As cliché as this might seems, the more cities I know, the more I realize the true gem Lisbon is. Its unique light, climate and architecture, as well as a certain coolness and laid-back attitude make it an amazing city to live.

I met Veronica in a Skiing Trip some years ago (despite not being a sporty girl, I am passionate about winter sports) and since we share a lot of common interests (such as shopping, good food, travelling and life’s shallow little pleasures) we are often seen together out and about the city.

We decided that team-work was an original and more effective way of “spotting”, so we hope you can relate and enjoy our favourite spots!!

Verónica do Carmo

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Verónica do Carmo (1983)
Born in Lisbon, have always lived near Príncipe Real. Spent 22 years in this magnificent city until an opportunity came up and moved to Rio de Janeiro to finish University. After Brazil, I moved to Barcelona and after 6 months I felt I had to come home. At the moment I am doing a master in Art Market Management in addition to working with my father in our Antiques Shop.

Lisbon is my port of call and will always be. I have the opportunity to live wherever in the world but I always come back to my home sweet home. I am crazy about Lisbon, always trying to discover something new, something exciting. This city has the ability to recreate itself constantly, giving us locals the chance as well as the pleasure of letting in on its wonders.

Crazy about sports and the sea, you can easily find me at the gym or at the beach. Love to waterski, wakeboard and ski. In one of my trips I met Rita a few years ago. Since then, we have explored as much as possible on everything Lisbon has to offer. The most common place to find us is in Chiado, however we try to have the most information on what’s happening. You can find us in a cool sleek bar in Santos or in a “Tasca” in Alcântara, but one thing is guaranteed: We do know how to have fun and we aren’t afraid to share it!

Where else can you find us online?

Also see this interview with us on the main Spotted by Locals website!