Galloping Getaways: Inside Herdade da Malhadinha Nova, Portugal for November 27, 2025
In this inspiring episode of Galloping Getaways, Meghan Brady sits down with Rita Soares, visionary leader and co-founder of one of Portugal’s most celebrated equestrian and wine estates. Together, they explore how this family-run haven has become a global symbol of luxury, sustainability, and horse welfare — where fine wines, gourmet cuisine, and Lusitano horses coexist in harmony.Rita shares her journey from dream to legacy: how she built a destination rooted in authenticity, her approach to responsible equestrian tourism, and what makes Malhadinha Nova a proud Equestrian Travel Association (ETA) member.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3828 – Show Notes & Links:Host: Meghan Brady of the Equestrian Travel AssociationPresenting Sponsor: Equestrian Travel Association | Facebook | InstagramGuest: Rita Soares of Herdade da Malhadinha NovaRecipe: Sericaia1/2 liter milk (remove 2 tablespoons for a bowl)200 g sugar6 eggs1 heaped tablespoon wheat flour1 heaped tablespoon cornstarch1 cinnamon stick1 strip of lemon peelCinnamon for sprinklingA pinch of saltSTEP-BY-STEP RECIPE: Place the milk (don't forget to remove 2 tablespoons) in a saucepan with the lemon peel, cinnamon stick, and sugar, and simmer until it boils. Separate the egg yolks from the whites and beat the whites until stiff. Set aside. Add the 2 tablespoons of milk and the two types of flour (mixed and sifted) to the egg yolks. Mix everything well with a wooden spoon until you have a smooth mixture, without any lumps. The mixture should be completely smooth.Then add this mixture to t