{"id":17714,"date":"2026-10-01T17:03:10","date_gmt":"2026-10-01T17:03:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.valedolobo.com\/?p=17714"},"modified":"2026-10-01T17:03:14","modified_gmt":"2026-10-01T17:03:14","slug":"good-times-on-and-off-the-court","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.valedolobo.com\/en\/resort\/good-times-on-and-off-the-court\/","title":{"rendered":"Good Times, On and Off the Court"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>From a quick bite after a match to relaxed meals with friends, family gatherings and special celebrations, Smash is where great food and the social side of sport come together at Vale do Lobo.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the heart of the <strong>Vale do Lobo Tennis Academy<\/strong>, Smash is much more than a place to refuel after time on court. It is a relaxed and welcoming meeting point for <strong>players and non-players alike<\/strong>, where friends, families and groups can come together over good food and an easy-going atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The menu offers something for different tastes and occasions, with a varied selection ranging from fresh, lighter choices to generous favourites and dishes made for sharing. 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