(Just a few of the places where Portugalist has been mentioned)
While there’s no set “Portuguese Breakfast” like there is an “English Breakfast” or “German Breakfast,” there is a theme to what the Portuguese eat for breakfast. And it’s not pastéis de nata, surprisingly. They might feature later in the morning …
(Just a few of the places where Portugalist has been mentioned)
If there’s one thing that many people crave when they move to Portugal, it’s good Mexican food. And there’s the thing: it’s hard to get good Mexican food not just in Portugal but in all of Europe. Some people saying …
(Just a few of the places where Portugalist has been mentioned)
If you’re visiting Portugal or planning to move here, you may be wondering whether it’s vegan-friendly. Truthfully, Portugal isn’t always the easiest place for vegans. Most traditional Portuguese dishes contain either meat or fish, and to not include either is …
(Just a few of the places where Portugalist has been mentioned)
“Would you like to see the dessert menu?” is a question that doesn’t need to be asked in Portugal. Why? Because it’s just assumed you will be having dessert: a meal, and especially a meal out, just wouldn’t be a …
(Just a few of the places where Portugalist has been mentioned)
While most people visit the Algarve for its warm weather and beautiful beaches, the region’s gastronomy is a hidden gem, offering a rich array of regional Portuguese dishes that you probably have never heard of before. Even within Portugal, Algarve …
(Just a few of the places where Portugalist has been mentioned)
Bacalhau is Portugal’s national dish, and the Portuguese eat around a million kilos of it every year. It’s eaten at special events and at important annual meals – particularly at Christmas, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday – and many people …
(Just a few of the places where Portugalist has been mentioned)
I’ve spent a lot of time in Porto, and a lot of that time was spent eating. Over the years I’ve tried everything on this list, often making special pilgrimages to find each of the dishes. Hopefully it’ll help you, …
(Just a few of the places where Portugalist has been mentioned)
Even by European standards, Portugal is not an easy country for vegetarians. With the exception of fish dishes, meat features in almost every traditional dish: even dishes that could be vegetarian often have meat stock added for flavour. Despite the …
(Just a few of the places where Portugalist has been mentioned)
If you’re visiting the Azores, the first question you have is probably: what should I eat? Don’t worry! I had exactly the same one. I’ve travelled across all 9 islands of the Azores, sampling all of the wonderful different foods …
(Just a few of the places where Portugalist has been mentioned)
There are hundreds of different Portuguese dishes — thousands probably, especially when you consider that there are apparently more than 365 ways to cook bacalhau — but don’t worry: you’ve come to the right place! I’ve travelled to every corner …
