Choosing a restaurant can sometimes be an intimidating task, especially when you have something specific in mind that you want to try. To help you make that choice, we’ve prepared a list of restaurants that serve traditional Porto and Portuguese cuisine. As locals from Porto, we’ve tried many restaurants in the city, and there are …
Octopus is one of the most prized, healthy, and beloved ingredients in Portuguese cuisine. It’s also one of our personal favorites, one we cook and enjoy regularly, as we love experimenting with it in different ways. From the north to the south of Portugal, you’ll find this mollusk in traditional, flavorful recipes—whether grilled, stewed, in …
Discover how to make Alentejo-style tomato and eggs, a traditional recipe that’s budget-friendly and light. Step by step with practical tips.
Octopus Bean Stew (Feijoada de Polvo) is a traditional Portuguese dish, most commonly found in coastal regions. However, it’s not something you’ll often see on the menu at typical Portuguese restaurants. Feijoada in Portuguese means Bean Stew, and polvo is octopus. So, feijoada de Polvo is octopus bean stew. This comforting and hearty meal combines …
There are several versions of “Bacalhau Escondido,” or Hidden Codfish. Still, they all follow the same basic concept: shredded cod is “hidden” under a layer of mashed potatoes (or other ingredients) and baked in the oven. It’s absolutely delicious! It’s a rich and hearty dish, made with several staple ingredients from Portuguese cuisine, and it’s …