Portuguese Cooking
The Cooking of Portugal
Cod, sardines, olive oil, wine, cheese and other delicacies from Portuguese traditional cooking and gastronomy.
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Portuguese cuisine is based on five icons, namely: fish, cataplana, port, pastries and snacks (
pastéis de
nata , or Belém) and the expertise of its chefs. Of great importance for Portuguese cuisine and gastronomy, however, some
iconic products complement the diversity and variety of this tasty cuisine.
A cuisine of the sea
Essential influence of the sea, with its varied products. Various cultural influences. Everything contributes to
enrich the experience and gastronomic practice in Portugal. From popular "snacks" to gourmet cuisine.
See also: 7 wonders of Portuguese gastronomy.
Vacation and Cuisine
Fish Cod, sea bass, grouper, monkfish, sardines and shellfish. According to the opinion of many experts, fish caught
off the coast of Portugal's vast coastlines are among the best in the world.
Other products
Several other traditional products complete the list of ingredients of Portuguese cuisine: chestnuts, sausages
(sausages), olive oil, wines, cheeses, local fruits and aromatic herbs, as well as many other elements that
enter into the preparation of the delicacies of Portuguese cuisine. and gastronomy.
Main specialties
In this guide to The Cuisine of Portugal we will review the
The Main
Specialties of delicious Portuguese cuisine.