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In Portugal, Francesinhas in Porto, Cozido à Portuguesa everywhere, most of Bacalhau (Cod Fish) dishes, and some game dishes.
In Spain, tapas! And in Padrón, the peppers (Pimentos). But hey, be aware that they are not served at any time of teh year. The good and original ones from Padrón are only being picked up in late May/early June. So if somebody say that they have some Padrón peppers to sell to you, they are either frozen or imported! A lady this year told me that since the peppers are very known, that there are restaurants importing peppers from Marrocos at any time of the year to sell them has Padrón peppers. So you have been warned
Best Regards
Diogo
Though it may seem like a topic of a little importance, for me is a very vital part of the Camino experience (literally and figuratively). When I was on the Camino Frances I was a little mad at myself for not checking in advance the subject. Especially considering most menus were in Spanish (of course) and the waiters did not understand a word I said.
So, to cut things short, what should I try at all costs at Camino Portugues?
Thank you all in advance for the comments.
I learned a dish I make all the time now.. ensalada simple... just green leaf lettuce, tomatoes, onions, balsamic and olive oil.. with all the walking, that salad really kept me going! I actually liked the fejao but to each his ownI don't speak Spanish, I speak very crude Brasilian Portugues, but people like to try to talk to you no matter what... we had people walking with us to show us a better path to walk, and they didn't speak English at all Enjoy every second... I did
If you are in Lisbon at any time try a bakery/cafe in the Belem area which makes the most incredible Pateis de Nata, leave a lot of space before you go, you will want more than one or two.
But Diogo you have to remember that i come from poor old culinary England, so what seems ordinary to you might to me seem delicious, but as an institution its worth a visit.
But Diogo you have to remember that i come from poor old culinary England, so what seems ordinary to you might to me seem delicious, but as an institution its worth a visit.
Almost every restaurant in Portugal offers "um menu do dia " at midday for about 10€Since we're talking food ... It seems to me (but perhaps my memory isn't as strong as my walking!) that while walking the Camino Frances that I often took what was offered as a pilgrim meal. Am I forgetting something? Does the same thing happen on the Camino Portuguese?
Does it include a local wine?Almost every restaurant in Portugal offers "um menu do dia " at midday for about 10€
Does it include a local wine?
Sometimes with a drink. Yes !Does it include a local wine?
I may be trouble, I'm a steak and potatoes kind of guy and allergic to fish.
We'll do !Hey, fish and chips dont knock them, If i was still living in the North of England it would be my staple diet with mushy peas. If you have them never wrap them, have them open and scoff them straight away, the heat in enclosed paper starts to steam the batter and make it soggy.
Point taken on the rest of the food!We will have to discuss it over a plate of satay sauce and chips some day
Mike
I can't see a mention of Pulpo here. Not everyone's cup of tea ( or kettle of fish ! ) but I'm one of the many who relished it from Tui to SdC. Also ALL the shellfish along that coast including some wonderful little barnacle things that may have been called goose necks or similar. One of my favourite experiences was a Saturday morning visit to the fresh produce market in Pontevedra. As a traveller I was sadly without cooking facilities otherwise I'm sure I would have been laden with the fruits of the sea and shore.
Hi Albertinho ive been friends with a few Mackems and they are lovely people, its an old reflex i have, of days long gone when following my team if i was to hear the name Sunderland it would not be received in a positive light.
I know all about the dirt of the North East coming from an area of it which even gets looked upon as dirty by the other people from up there. Buen camino and i hope our ways meet one day.
Pulpo i went to try it in Padron on the CP but the place that the guide recommended was shut, we asked around and very highly recommended was a pulperia called Purgatorio, its about 20 meters from the main church near the albergue, next door to the cafe/shop with lovely crazy owner. I think there no board indicating it outside and the decor inside is very basic but dont let that put you off, the Pulpo is top notch.
Mike
Hi Albertinho ive been friends with a few Mackems and they are lovely people, its an old reflex i have, of days long gone when following my team if i was to hear the name Sunderland it would not be received in a positive light.
I know all about the dirt of the North East coming from an area of it which even gets looked upon as dirty by the other people from up there. Buen camino and i hope our ways meet one day.
Pulpo i went to try it in Padron on the CP but the place that the guide recommended was shut, we asked around and very highly recommended was a pulperia called Purgatorio, its about 20 meters from the main church near the albergue, next door to the cafe/shop with lovely crazy owner. I think there no board indicating it outside and the decor inside is very basic but dont let that put you off, the Pulpo is top notch.
Mike
The Portuguese coastal route is a seafood and fish-lover´s delight, everything utterly fresh and the prices are amazing! The northerners also make their version of Cocido, a huge plate of meat and garbanzos and greens, it is real pilgrim fuel. And don´t forget the roast goat, when you can find it. And the "drowned octopus," and the fire-roasted sardines! The coastal passes through heavily agricultural areas, so the fresh produce (esp. spinach!) is tip-top.
I love Portugal!
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