There’s no denying that we’re living exciting days concerning the new Portuguese gastronomy, new chefs with new techniques and audacity, stimulating restaurants, and specialized producers. However, every time I get excited and…
North of Portugal
Restaurant Brasão – Felgueiras
We often hear that tradition is not what it used to be, that this or that place has changed, or about the good old days. Unfortunately, this is true most of the…
Quinta do Ameal
It was the year of 2013, we were in a wine tasting waiting for our glasses to be filled with Quinta do Ameal Loureiro, and despite already knowing the wines, we hadn’t met…
São Gião
Talking about São Gião is invoking the religious side of gastronomy, Firstly heading to Moreira de Cónegos is like a pilgrimage (I confess I much prefer this type of sacrifice), Secondly the…
A day in Amarante
During our stay at Casa da Calçada (see) we had the chance to get to know the small, but idyllic, town of Amarante with its majestic landscapes. I remember when I was…
Largo do Paço*
Located in the emblematic Casa da Calçada, once the Palace of Conde de Redondo, nowadays a Charm Hotel (see), Largo do Paço is like a gastronomical miracle in the inland Portugal. For…