Bacalhau: Portugal’s “faithful friend”
For a country with abundant seafood right on its Atlantic doorstep, it can seem a bit wacky to a visitor that the Portuguese are...
A taste of Setúbal, Portugal
At the beginning of the 20th century, Portugal's fishing industry was centered in what is now the Peninsula of Setúbal. The sardine factories have...
Minho “heart and soul” in Ponte de Lima, Portugal
The Lima valley, in Portugal's northern Minho region, with its ancient towns and Romanesque churches, takes a traveler on a meandering route from the...
The way of Port: a passion for the vine in Portugal’s Alto Douro
"Wine is not about grapes!" exclaimed Alvaro. Our host was oblivious to threatening rain on this steeply pitched hillside above Portugal's Douro River. I...
Portugal’s “thistle cheeses”
Before we traveled to Portugal, I had not tried Portuguese cheese. Once in the country, however, it did not take more than one trip...
In Lisbon with Taste of Lisboa
Tom and I recently traveled in Portugal for almost six weeks, and what a trip it was! Our food and culture explorations began in...
The delights of Portugal
From Anita: One of our favorite parts of traveling is meeting the locals--and for us, that includes expats--who have plenty to share about their...
Two foodies in Portugal
Portugal's food scene is as sunny as its skies, and can be every bit as classy as the fabulous tiles adorning so many buildings...
A food lover’s guide to Alentejo, Portugal
The food of Portugal’s largest province is fresh, local and hearty. Alentejo is blessed with lots of pasture land and a long seacoast, which...
In Alentejo, Portugal, the meal starts here
Meals in Alentejo, Portugal begin with small servings of a variety of dishes to pique the appetite. These range from sliced meats and cheeses...