Join other delegates for a pre-conference welcome reception and training session.

This special event will walk you through the CGScholar Event Microsite so you have a rich online experience by learning how to comment and participate online. It will also teach delegates how to update their profile and Presenter Pages in order to add digital media: video, sound, other files.

This will be held “live” via Zoom.

Talking Circles are a distinctive feature of our in-person conference – and this year we are taking them online. Talking Circles offer an opportunity to meet other delegates and engage in extended discussion about the issues and concerns they feel are of utmost importance to that segment of the Research Network. Participation is open, encouraged, and supported.

This will be held “live” via Zoom (time TBA).

Please select QUANTITY = 1 when registering

Located in a majestic XVII-century palace, Casa do Alentejo is much more than a restaurant: it is a journey through the history and tradition of the Alentejo. Formerly an aristocratic palace and later the elegant Majestic Club, this building combines architectural beauty with the warmth of Alentejo culture.

Today, it is a living space that celebrates the roots and spirit of a unique region, hosting cultural events, exhibitions, recitals, and, of course, authentic cuisine that pays tribute to the flavors of southern Portugal.

Menu

Dinner will begin with a traditional Portuguese “couvert” (bread, olives, regional cheese, and cold cuts). From the selected menu, guests will enjoy:

• Carrot and coriander soup
• Salmon fillets with mustard sauce
• Chicken leg with Arabian rice

The meal will conclude with dessert. Wine and non-alcoholic beverages are included.

Dinner Details

• Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026
• Time: 20:00 (8:00 PM)
• Location: R. das Portas de Santo Antão 58, 1150-268 
• Price: 80 USD

Registration & Payment Policy: Spaces at the dinner are limited and typically fill up quickly so please be sure to book early to reserve your spot. Please note, only reservations that have been paid in full will be considered confirmed. Simply requesting a reservation will not guarantee a place at the dinner.

Located in a majestic XVII-century palace, Casa do Alentejo is much more than a restaurant: it is a journey through the history and tradition of the Alentejo. Formerly an aristocratic palace and later the elegant Majestic Club, this building combines architectural beauty with the warmth of Alentejo culture.

Today, it is a living space that celebrates the roots and spirit of a unique region, hosting cultural events, exhibitions, recitals, and, of course, authentic cuisine that pays tribute to the flavors of southern Portugal.

Menu

Dinner will begin with a traditional Portuguese “couvert” (bread, olives, regional cheese, and cold cuts). From the selected menu, guests will enjoy:

Vegetarian option:

• Carrot and coriander soup
• Tofu and vegetable curry
• “À Brás”-style vegetables

The meal will conclude with dessert. Wine and non-alcoholic beverages are included.

Dinner Details

• Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026
• Time: 20:00 (8:00 PM)
• Location: R. das Portas de Santo Antão 58, 1150-268
• Price: 80 USD

Registration & Payment Policy: Spaces at the dinner are limited and typically fill up quickly so please be sure to book early to reserve your spot. Please note, only reservations that have been paid in full will be considered confirmed. Simply requesting a reservation will not guarantee a place at the dinner.