Cuisine

The origins of “Piri Piri” and the spice trade

By Ana Ramos The red capsicum is a celebration of the cultural legacy and culinary fusions spread by the Portuguese via their trade...

The Fighting Lorchas of Macau and the Macanese Dish they Inspired

The Lorcha which was so much a part of Macau’s maritime scene and it’s rich history, is still commemorated today in Macau’s cuisine by...

Francesinha, Porto’s Famed Sandwich

The name “Francesinha” might not mean much to those who have not lived in Portugal. So what is it? Francesinha is a typical dish of...

Tempura and the Great Portuguese Legacy in Japan

By Ana Ramos Portuguese merchants introduced tempura to Japan. They were in the habit of eating fried fish during the religious seasons...

Vindaloo – Portugal’s Gift to Indian Cuisine

The fiery hot Goan Vindaloo curry referred to by many curry aficionados as the King of Curries is today a signature dish of Indian...

Portuguese Christmas Baking and Its Origins

At Christmas every year we celebrate the festive season with our own Macanese sweets, that have their own special religious meaning to...

A Slice of Macau

By Anthony Correa Macanese cuisine is unique to Macau and Hong Kong. It consists of a blend of southern Chinese and Portuguese cuisines,...