The traditional “cozido das Furnas”
One of the unique dishes of the Island of São Miguel in the Azores is the traditional “cozido das Furnas“.
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Tea at Belmond Reid’s Palace
A unique experience that we recommend our clients while visiting Madeira, is to enjoy the afternoon tea at the Belmond Reid’s Palace.
Best “Tascas” in Lisbon
If you want to be authentic and eat like a local, you should definitely go to a “Tasca”. And what is this thing that all the Portuguese people love so much? “Tascas” are known to be inexpensive, most of the times they are tiny spaces that serve home-style food in large portions at affordable prices. …
Pastéis de Nata VS Pastéis de Belém
By Inês Andrade e Sousa Pastel de Nata or “Portuguese custard tart” is one of the most known delicacies of Portugal. It is a delicious Portuguese egg tart pastry with a history behind. The traditional Pastéis de Nata were created before the 18th century by Catholic monks at the Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon. Years later, …
Lapas
Lapas are one of the various types of seafood that you can eat in the Azores. Within the islands they are served either fresh or grilled, personally we like them grilled with lemon. Most restaurants serve the dish as an appetizer, and its usually best paired with an ice cold beer, or Laranjada.