Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
If You Like…
Food
Renowned for its seafood, hearty country cooking and the many regional specialities, Portugal offers many temptations to
the food-minded traveller. Celebrated new chefs have brought much attention to many dining rooms; while those who en-
joy the simple things - freshly baked bread, olives, cheeses, roast meats, fish sizzling on the grill - will enjoy memorable
meals in traditional restaurants all across the country.
Chiado district
This Lisbon neighbourhood is home to some of Portugal's most elegant dining rooms. (
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Food festivals
The Algarve elevates its seafood and regional delicacies to high art in these food-minded celebrations.
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Vila Joya
Overlooking the beach, this two-Michelin-starred restaurant is one of Portugal's finest. (
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Cataplana
This decadent seafood stew is a south-coast speciality; Olhão serves an excellent version. (
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DOC
Serves delectable haute cuisine in a beautiful setting on the Douro. (
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IF YOU LIKE… SEEING DOLPHINS
Setúbal has memorable dolphin-watching cruises in the Sado estuary (
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Wine & Port
Home to some of the oldest vineyards on earth, Portugal has some fantastic (and deliciously affordable) wines. Each re-
gion has its enticements, from full- bodied Alentejan reds to Minho's refreshing
vinho verde
(slightly sparkling wine),
along with the famous ports from the Douro. Stylish wine bars and bucolic vineyards provide memorable settings to taste
Portugal's great fruits of the vine.
Wine Bar do Castelo
Sample the country's finest - over 150 Portuguese wines - at Lisbon's best wine bar. (
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Herdade do Esporão
An acclaimed winery outside Reguengos de Monsaraz, with vineyards dating back hundreds of
years. (
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Palácio de Mateus
Inside a palace, drink in the grandeur while sipping distinctive and rare Alvarelhão. (
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Solar do Vinho do Porto
With views over the Douro, this elegant garden bar serves an astounding variety of ports.
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Douro Vineyards
Breathtaking views from 18th-century manors and velvety rich wines make the Douro a requisite stop
for wine lovers. (
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Beaches
