Festive Tables: Celebrating the Holidays Across European Kitchens
A Culinary Tapestry Woven by the Sea Portuguese cuisine is deeply influenced by the Atlantic Ocean. With over 800 kilometers of coastline, seafood plays a starring role. Traditional recipes are shaped by history, exploration, and local produce. Simple, hearty, and bursting with flavor, Portuguese food reflects Italian recipes the soul of its people and the beauty of its landscape. Bacalhau: The Faithful Friend Bacalhau, or salt cod, is a national obsession in Portugal. It’s said there are over 365 ways to prepare it—one for each day of the year. Whether baked with potatoes, onions, and olives or shredded in fritters, bacalhau dishes are comforting, nostalgic, and steeped in centuries of culinary tradition. Caldo Verde: Portugal in a Bowl Caldo Verde is a beloved soup from the north, made with kale, potatoes, garlic, and slices of chouriço sausage. It’s often served at celebrations and family gatherings. The simplicity of its ingredients speaks to the Portuguese talent f...