Algarve Cuisine

Gastronomy and Cuisine of the Algarve Region - Land of Gastronomy of Fishermen, the Algarve, has varied gastronomy based on fish, seafood and seafood.

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Land of Sardines

"The Sardine in the bread, is in Portimão", says a local slogan. From the sardines, the carapaces to the famous ameijôas à Portimonense, there are several local specialties that win the palate of the visitors.

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Soups, Soups, Stews

The rich and tasty Portimonese cuisine offers a variety of dishes, such as linguine soup, octopus rice, fried squid, famous arjamolho, peas à Portimonense and delicious stews.

Sweets, Wine and Medronho

The delicious desserts with figs and almonds, the Donut Rodrigos and the morgados are also among the favorite sweets. Tasty local wines are also a good choice. And, to finish, do not forget to taste the famous aguardente de medronho.