Cuisine of Algarve

Land of Gastronomy

Land of Fishermen, the Algarve, has varied gastronomy based on fish, crustaceous and seafood.

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

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Cuisine of Portugal © Alma Mollemans, Pestana Palace Hotels / Images Of Portugal


Caldos, Soaps and 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.

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A Dream Coastline

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Algarve International Destination

Besides the Portuguese, the Algarve is one of the favorite destinations of British, German, Dutch and tourists of other nationalities.