In this episode, Tara visits the beautiful gallery and apartments of artist Meinke Flessman in Portimão, Portugal. They discuss Meinke’s journey from Olhão to Portimão, the challenges and joys of renovating a historic 'palacete,' and the vibrant artistic community emerging in the area. The conversation includes Meinke’s creative process, her dream of hosting artistic retreats, and the various art workshops she already welcomes to the Gallery. They also delve into Meinke’s background, her family's adventurous move to Portugal in the late 1960s, and her evolution as an artist known for her whimsical animal paintings. The episode highlights Meinke’s vision for fostering creativity and connection through her art and her spaces. ************************************************************ Any questions, comments or suggestions - please email us at casafuzettapodcast@gmail.com Casa Fuzetta is an exceptional private home in the heart of the authentic fishing town of Olhão, in the unspoilt eastern Algarve, Portugal. The house is available to rent on an exclusive basis throughout the year for wellness retreats, corporate retreats, special celebrations, multi-generational holidays and photo shoots. (The Algarve is one of the few areas in Europe to enjoy 300 days of sunshine per year!) It is ideal for large families*, friends and groups seeking a high-end, yet relaxed, private and intimate location for time together, special occasions and/or retreats. The house sleeps up to 22 in style and comfort, and is located within a fifteen minute drive of Faro airport, which itself is less than 3 hours away from London and other major European cities. *(with children aged 8 years or more) In this final episode of Season 2, Tara and Kate explore the fascinating journey of Anna Henriques, founder of the Golden Web Retreat, a healing sanctuary situated near Fuseta, in the eastern Algarve of Portugal. Anna shares her incredible story, from her origins in Jamaica and New York, to her unexpected Portuguese citizenship through Sephardic Jewish heritage, and her ultimate decision to settle in Portugal. The narrative interweaves historical events like the Spanish Inquisition and Jewish pirates of the Caribbean with Anna's personal quest for belonging and community. Along the way, Anna discusses the vision and development of the Golden Web Retreat, highlighting its natural beauty, spiritual environment, and future plans. The episode is set against the backdrop of nature, with vivid descriptions of local wildlife and landscape. **************************************************** Casa Fuzetta is an exceptional private home in the heart of the authentic fishing town of Olhão, in the unspoilt eastern Algarve, Portugal. The house is available to rent on an exclusive basis throughout the year for wellness retreats, corporate retreats, special celebrations, multi-generational holidays and photo shoots. (The Algarve is one of the few areas in Europe to enjoy 300 days of sunshine per year!) It is ideal for large families*, friends and groups seeking a high-end, yet relaxed, private and intimate location for time together, special occasions and/or retreats. The house sleeps up to 22 in style and comfort, and is located within a fifteen minute drive of Faro airport, which itself is less than 3 hours away from London and other major European cities. *(with children aged 8 years or more) For more about Casa Fuzetta - please visit casafuzetta.com Details of our upcoming retreats can be found here: https://www.casafuzetta.com/2026-retreats https://www.casafuzetta.com/2027-retreats Join our mailing list to be amongst the first to hear about new availability and retreat dates. https://www.casafuzetta.com/keep-in-touch You can also tap into the sights and spirit of Olhão and the retreats at Casa Fuzetta - by following us on your favourite social media platform. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casafuzetta Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/casafuzetta For interior design and sourcing inspiration, explore: https://uk.pinterest.com/tgdonovan/ To shop the Casa Fuzetta Edit, please visit: https://www.casafuzetta.com/edit Enjoy a special discount from our friends at La-Eva by using “LA-EVAxCASAFUZETTA” at https://la-eva.com/collections/shop To learn more about Meinke, her gallery and Casa Melchior, please visit: https://www.meinke-flesseman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/meinkeflesseman/ https://casamelchior.com/ Big thank you to Daisy Tod for help in producing and editing this second Season. And big thank you to Descript, whose platform make the editing process something we can manage ourselves, without needing to hire a big expensive team. Learn more HERE
