Gastronomy & Beverage
Gastronomy
The Portuguese love their food, their wine, their beers – from the very first taste this passion is soon shared by those who try it. With an ancient tradition of fishermen and an abundant coast , one can find the freshest fish and seafood.
Meat lovers can also enjoy a variety of delicious meat dishes.
With its finest olive oils, fruits, vegetables and unique cheeses Portuguese cuisine stands out on its own, inspiring chefs all over the world.
As a whole ritual of matching the best ingredients, food is cooked keeping all the flavors and smells from the ancients turning it into an unique, breathtaking divinely feast. It is impossible not to fall in love with it.
Beverage
Portuguese people have been cultivating wine since at least 2000 BC. Such a long and established wine culture, together with the existence of the best grapes means Portuguese wines are consistently ranked as some of the best in the world.
The world famous Porto wine from the Douro region is one of Portugal’s most successful exports and one of the world’s favorite fortified wines.