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Açorda à Alentejana is a traditional Portuguese bread soup from the Alentejo region that comprises garlic, coriander, olive oil, a rustic bread from the Alentejo, and poached eggs. This traditional soup is usually cooked in …
Pica-pau or woodpecker beef, is a traditional Portuguese petisco made up of small pieces of tender beef in a light gravy with crunchy pickles. I am a big fan of Portuguese petiscos, small portions of …
Arroz de Pato was one of the first dishes I tried in Portugal, and I was immediately blown away! It comprises juicy duck meat, rice, and Portuguese chouriço, all baked in the oven until nice …
Caldo Verde is a creamy soup made with potatoes, onions, garlic, Portuguese kale and crispy chouriço. Literally translated as Green Broth, this soup is so popular that in 2011 it was selected as one of …
I love food, and I love cooking. A third love of mine is a great cookbook! Whether large and glossy, or old fashioned and full of notes, I love finding good cookbooks. Over the last …
Beef croquettes are my favourite Portuguese savoury snack! They consist of a slow cooked beef batter that’s shaped into little cylinders and then deep fried. You will find them all over Portugal, from your casual …
This Portuguese Octopus Salad is the perfect dish for a light summer meal! It comprises of pieces of tender octopus, onions, tomatoes, and peppers, coated in a tangy dressing that contrasts beautifully with the sweetness …
Leite Creme is a classic Portuguese dessert. It’s simply made of an egg custard infused with lemon, cinnamon, and vanilla, that’s sprinkled with granulated sugar and burned until golden. It’s similar to the world-famous Crème …
There’s no better indicator that autumn has arrived in Portugal than the smell (and the smoke) of roasted chestnuts. With their portable charcoal grills, chestnut vendors are scattered all over the Portuguese cities, in parks, …