From where to stay and eat to what to do, here’s an alternative guide to the Algarve.

In Southern Portugal’s small town of Almancil, Austa – pronounced ‘oss-tà – sits tucked away in a setting perfectly designed for golden hour. Both inside the restaurant and across its vast terrace, the space is a haven of muted colours and pared-back design very much in keeping with its ethos of simplicity and provenance.