Beach or countryside?

Both. Ideally, I would love to have a house in the countryside, but I wouldn’t give up the sea view, which has always been an important part of my life. The dream? To have a country house just five minutes from the beach.

Swimming or sunbathing?

Always swimming. I practiced swimming at FC Porto for a few years and other water sports, so I love swimming.

Dog or cat?

I love all animals and even wanted to be a veterinarian at one point. Later, I realized that biology encompassed everything related to nature. Today, I’m more of a dog person, although I still love cats. I have a dog, a chicken, and I would have more animals if I had the space and time for them.

Netflix or YouTube documentaries?

Netflix.

Facebook or LinkedIn?

LinkedIn, I don’t have Facebook. I’m not very active on social media.

Aquaculture or wild fish?

Both. One thing is certain: I always try to understand the origin and certification of what I consume.

Meat or vegetables?

Vegetables. But don’t get me wrong, I love meat. Just like with fish, I try to buy local products and understand their origins. If I had to choose, I would opt for vegetables because they are rich in various nutrients.

Coffee or tea?

Coffee (I love organic Earl Grey). Like many people, I’m addicted to coffee. The smell alone is incredible! Sometimes the aroma is even more incredible than the taste.

Nori seaweed or sea lettuce?

Nori, although for me, nori is associated with sushi. When I worked at 1300 Taberna in Lisbon, we prepared a dish that was octopus carpaccio with sea lettuce. It was a very delicious and flavorful dish, and if it’s of national origin, even better.

Sushi or grilled fish?

I love sushi, but I have to choose grilled fish – it reminds me of summer holidays, my childhood in Alentejo, where we ate grilled fish practically every day for lunch. Family, friends, and grilled fish.

RAS or IMTA?

IMTA. Actually, I also love RAS. RAS is considered an efficient way to produce high-quality, nutritious fish and, when combined with alternative energy sources, can be even more efficient. On the other hand, as a biologist and ecosystem enthusiast, I always see IMTA as an ecosystem approach, but both are excellent production options.