Once Portugal embarked on the Age of Discoveries from the 15th–17th centuries, local cuisine would never be the same again. We couldn’t think of a better example of that change than piri piri grilled chicken. Preferably grilled on charcoal, marinated the day before, juicy and with crispy skin, the sauce—secret or not—is what makes this […]
Portuguese food
Top 7 Best Restaurants for Lunch in Lisbon
From juicy steaks and grilled fish at Portuguese family tascas to affordable dining at a Michelin-star restaurant, here are the best spots for lunch in Lisbon. A typical Portuguese lunch begins at noon and stretches for as long as your schedule allows. During the week, restaurants put up signs announcing cheap lunch deals, and locals […]
Top 5 Places to Take a Cooking Class in Lisbon
Want to go behind the scenes of Portuguese cuisine? Sign up for a cooking class in Lisbon to learn all the local culinary secrets! If you love Portuguese food as much as we do, you know it only takes one meal to get obsessed. But what if you’re only in Lisbon for a few days? […]
5 Things You Need to Do When Visiting Lisbon in September
Lisbon in September is that time of year when school’s in but summer is not quite out yet. Summer in Lisbon lingers well into September, with days that are still long enough for al fresco drinks and weekend trips to the beach. It won’t start feeling like fall for another month or so, and throughout […]
Portuguese Cheese Guide: 10 Artisanal Cheeses You Need to Try
Creamy, dry, strong or mild—whatever you’re into, there’s a cheese in Portugal made for you. Just like Portuguese wine, every region in Portugal has its own cheese. Some even have a protected designation of origin which ensures the cheese is produced in that region alone using traditional methods and ingredients. You don’t need to travel […]
Enchanted by Saudade: My Love Letter to Lisbon
This post is part of our Love Letter series: first-person accounts of what we love about Lisbon. Hilly streets, buildings with history and a soft sea breeze. These are my first memories of Lisbon, a city I visited for the first time in 2007. Over a decade later a lot has changed, much due to a harsh […]
What Time Do People Eat in Portugal?
Wondering what time do people eat in Portugal? While there’s no one watching the clock, it’s always good to know the best time to walk into your local restaurant or café. So what time do people eat in Portugal? There might be strict meal schedules during the week, but when the weekend comes, it’s a […]
5 Places to Eat Churros in Lisbon All Year Long
You’re never too old to eat churros in Lisbon. This delicious pastry is usually a summertime treat, but if you’re craving them now, we’ve got you covered! Spanish or Portuguese—the jury is still out on who invented churros. One thing is certain: we both love eating them! In Spain, it’s perfectly acceptable to eat churros […]
Michelin Star Restaurants in Lisbon: To Go or Not to Go
Our answer is, yes, go for it! Fine dining at one of Lisbon’s Michelin-starred restaurants is a great way to experience a different side of the city’s food scene. Grazing or feasting on street food will always be a great way to get to know a city. But in Lisbon, the high-end restaurants that have […]
Our 7 Picks for the Best Bifana in Lisbon (& Why We Love It!)
When thinking about eating in Lisbon, images of bacalhau (codfish) and seafood usually come to mind, but Portuguese cuisine also relies on the land. And, it’s fair to say that Portugal has a special love affair with pork. Pork is everywhere, from the hearty, belt-busting stews and sausages to the sandwiches. We love each savory […]