Aletria

Learn how to make Aletria using vermicelli, one of Portugal’s oldest and most typical desserts. This delicious dessert tastes good at any time of year and is always present at Christmas time. Ingredientes – 10 Pessoas | Ingredients – 10 People Preparação | Preparation 1 – Ponha a água e o sal num tacho e … Read more

Castanhas Assadas no Forno 🌰

For a guaranteed way to have delectable and warm roasted chestnuts at home this St Martin’s Day, I found this foolproof method online and decided to try it. This method ensures an easier and more enjoyable preparation and peeling process. Who wouldn’t want to savour tasty Castanhas Assadas no Forno effortlessly, without the risk of … Read more

Cozido à Portuguesa🐷🥬🥕

Image of the traditional Portuguese dish Cozido à Portuguesa

Cozido à portuguesa, a quintessentially Portuguese dish, bursts with intense flavours, combining various meats and vegetables. It’s typically accompanied by plain rice. This dish is traditionally eaten for Carnaval (Fat Tuesday). Ingredientes – 4 Pessoas | Ingredients – 4 People Preparação | Preparation 1 – Lave bem as carnes e coloque-as numa panela de pressão. … Read more

Cabeça de Xara 🐷

Cabeça de Xara, also known as Queijo de Cabeça “head cheese,” is a delectable pâté originating from the Alto Alentejo region of Portugal. It’s crafted from the tender, soft parts of a pig’s head, offering a distinctive and cherished taste of Portuguese cuisine. Ingredientes – 4 Pessoas | Ingredients – 4 People Preparação | Preparation … Read more

Lamb in Portugal

Lamb in Portugal

Ever wondered what lamb in Portugal is? What’s it called and how old is it? It’s not just borrego! In this post, I’ll walk you through some aspects of the different stages. Firstly, you’re probably familiar with the term borrego 🐑 because that’s what you see in butchers and on restaurant menus. But there are … Read more

Caldo Verde

Caldo Verde is a Portuguese cabbage and potato soup served with slices of chouriço and is probably the most loved and well-known soup in this country! Obligatory during the Popular Saints festivities in June. It originated in Minho and has a few regional variations in its confection such as the addition of leeks or paio … Read more

How to Unsalt Portuguese Cod

Today we’re learning how to unsalt Portuguese cod! Maybe you’ve always wanted to try your hand at making a Portuguese codfish dish but were unsure where to start or what to buy. Cooking traditional Portuguese salt cod is not something you decide you want that day and cook it yourself – that day. There are … Read more