The Flavours of the Algarve: Portuguese food in the Algarve is more than just grilled sardines and grilled chicken. To get away from the stereo-type touristy food, and for a taste of the true flavours of the Algarve, have a dinner at a cataplana restaurant. Cataplana - The Utensil The cataplana is a wok-shape hammered copper pan with a hinged domed lid. It was introduced to the southern Portugal region during the Moorish occupation in the 8th century AD. The cataplana is meant to be a … [Read more...]
Portuguese Cuisine – What to eat on your holiday
March 20, 2009 by
Fishetarians will eat well in Portugal! Cuisine in Portugal varies by region, but being a seafaring nation with a well-developed fishing industry, fish and seafood dominate most menus. Fishetarians like Tony and I will eat well here. Portugal has been fishing and trading cod since the 15th century and it's no wonder that 'Bacalhau', a cod dish served with potatoes, is their national plate. Other popular seafoods include fresh sardines (especially when grilled as sardinhas assadas), hake, … [Read more...]
