Gastronomy
Gastronomic Capital of Portugal - From the sardine on the bread to the finest specialties and dishes of the modern and gourmet
cuisine of Portugal, passing through the famous pastels of Belém, Lisbon brings together all the diversity of this cuisine of
strong flavors and aromas, traditional or fashion.
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The Best of Lisbon's Gastronomy © Jose Manuel / Images Of Portugal
Diversity at the table
From Estremadura, the Tagus, the Center or the Algarve, soups, broths, meats, fish and seafood will delight the most demanding palates.
Cataplana, sarrabulho, roasted kid or a delicious recipe of the faithful friend, in Lisbon residents and visitors have a wide choice of
good restaurants or popular restaurants offering specialties from all regions of Portugal.
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Codfish dish, speciality of Lisbon and Portugal © Ari Oliveira
At the Table in Lisbon
The great pleasures of the table in Lisbon (from Alfama to Bairro Alto, passing through Bica and Graça) are to savor a delicious tidbit of
traditional Portuguese cuisine, always watered with one of the region's delicious wines. Do not forget to taste:
Bica
The traditional expresso espresso from Lisbon, with scents or pasteléis de Belém.
Petiscos
The Portuguese Snacks
Ginjinha
Licor da ginja (Prunus cerasus), very popular in Lisbon and region.
Roasted chestnuts
Roasted sardines
One of the 7 Wonders of Gastronomy of Portugal.
Codfish
The most appreciated fish in Portugal.
Clams, caldeirada
Pastéis de Belém
One of the 7 Wonders of Gastronomy of Portugal.
Green Eggs
Tasty snack (or entrée) made with stuffed eggs, with herbs, breaded and fried.
