The Portuguese love sardines, fresh or canned.
Canned sardines in Portugal. More than half of the brands are of very good quality. So they are worth to try while visiting. The Portuguese are increasingly buying canned sardines:…
No sauces, no cream: healthy and simple to make cod
Brandade consists of a mixture of fish, olive oil and potatoes. Although it doesn’t have any sauces, it’s a very creamy and healthy dish. If the 1001 recipes for the…
The best Cabernet-Sauvignon wines in Portugal
In the most recent test of Cabernet-Sauvignon wines, two reds stood out. Supermarkets are surprised by the price and quality. You can try Escolha Acertada for 3.29 euros. Casa Ermelinda…
In rice pudding or coffee, cinnamon has many benefits
Cinnamon is a versatile food and can be used in a variety of ways. It has antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory propertiesThe essential oil extracted from cinnamon is effective against Escherichia…
Almece: The sustainable treasure of Alentejo cuisine
In the heart of the Alentejo, where the vast plains touch the sky and the land holds stories from time immemorial, a culinary tradition is born that speaks directly to…
Counterfeit olive oil? It’s a reality in Portugal
Olive oil is increasingly scarce and prices are very high. And some people are taking advantage of this to try and make money. How? By counterfeiting it and selling it…
Wine from Portugal: what lies behind the country’s great labels
Tasting wine is tasting history. Discover the past of some of the Douro’s most important wineries Wine is not just a drink. What we taste always has a story behind…
Bacalhau à moda de Braga (simple recipe to make it perfect and delicious)
Cod fish Braga style the easy but tasty way… With this recipe you’ll make a delicious bacalhau à braga, perfect and with an incredible flavor. Ingredients: Preparation:
Alentejo-style fish stew: a traditional recipe full of flavor
Perfect for a Sunday lunch with the family, Alentejo-style fish stew is delicious and never disappoints. Learn how to make it with this traditional recipe. When we think about revamping…
Olive oil fraud is on the rise
How do you spot counterfeit olive oil? The shortage of olive oil and soaring prices have created an ideal breeding ground for fraud. According to Europol, the sale of fake…