A sweet traditional pastry from Portuguese festive cuisine Finding the right wine to accompany a meal with a dessert such as rabanadas is a particularly enjoyable challenge for any discerning connoisseur. The art of harmoniously combining wine and food is demonstrated here in the combination of aromatic cinnamon, fine sugar and golden-brown baked bread. Rabanadas […]
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Sopa de castanhas (chestnut soup)
An autumnal classic with a velvety texture Wine with food is a passion that comes into its own with a warming chestnut soup, especially in the cooler months of the year. The harmonious combination of wine and food in this Portuguese classic requires a sure instinct, as the nutty and slightly sweet aromas of the […]
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Polvo à lagareiro (octopus with olive oil & garlic)
A maritime feast from the Portuguese coastal cuisine If you are looking for the ideal wine to accompany a seafood dinner, the Polvo à lagareiro is a prime example of Portugal’s authentic culinary culture. The art of harmoniously combining wine and food is demonstrated in this dish by the balance between the meaty texture of […]
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Alheira sausage with fried potatoes
A piece of Portuguese history on a plate Choosing the right wine to accompany your meal is crucial to fully enjoying a traditional alheira sausage with roast potatoes. In the world of wine and food, this storied sausage holds a special place, as it was originally developed by Jewish communities in Portugal to give the […]
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Feijoada Transmontana (bean stew with meat)
A rustic delight from the mountains of northern Portugal Finding the right wine to go with food is an art that is particularly enjoyable with the hearty Feijoada Transmontana. This specialty from the Trás-os-Montes mountain region is a prime example of the successful combination of wine and food in the Portuguese tradition. In contrast to […]
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Tripas à moda do Porto (tripe stew)
The culinary heart of Porto in a powerful combination Making the right choice of wine for a meal with a dish as full of character as tripas à moda do Porto is an exciting challenge for any connoisseur. The art of harmoniously combining wine and food is particularly evident in this traditional stew, which is […]
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Arroz de pato (duck rice from the oven)
A Portuguese classic full of heartiness If you are looking for the ideal wine to accompany your meal, you can’t go past the hearty Portuguese cuisine and the wonderful arroz de pato. This dish is the epitome of comfort food and shows how masterfully wine and food have been fused together in the Lusitanian tradition […]
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Cabrito assado (braised roast goat)
Tender goat meat in a liaison with Portuguese wine tradition The search for the perfect wine to accompany a meal takes us today to the mountainous regions of Portugal, where cabrito assado is considered one of the finest festive dishes. When it comes to matching wine and food, the special texture and the slightly gamey […]
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Posta à Mirandesa (beef steak with garlic)
A rustic delight from the north of Portugal Today, our search for the perfect wine to accompany our meal takes us to the Trás-os-Montes region in the north of Portugal to a culinary monument: the Posta à Mirandesa. This traditional specialty is much more than just a beef steak, it is a tribute to the […]
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Bacalhau com natas (cod with creamed potatoes)
Portuguese feel-good cuisine in creamy perfection Finding the right wine to accompany a meal is an art that takes the enjoyment of an authentic dish such as bacalhau com natas to a whole new level. This Portuguese specialty is one of the most popular ways to prepare stockfish and embodies pure comfort on the plate. […]










