A Culinary Journey Through Alcácer do Sal and the Alentejo Region
The Alentejo is a culinary treasure, and Alcácer do Sal is no exception. Here, food is rooted in simplicity, seasonality, and bold, honest flavors, and we have the experience and expertise to guide you to a special place just right for you.
Here are some of our regional favorites widely available:
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Açorda Alentejana – a traditional bread soup infused with garlic, olive oil, cilantro, and poached egg.
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Migas – seasoned breadcrumbs often served with pork, wild asparagus, or bacalhau.
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Carne de Porco à Alentejana – a signature dish of marinated pork with clams and potatoes.
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Arroz de Lingueirão – razor clam rice, richly flavored from the Sado’s estuaries.
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Ensopado de Borrego – tender lamb stew often served at festivals or Sunday meals.
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Queijo de Évora & Serpa – local sheep cheeses that pair beautifully with wine or honey.
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Choco Frito - This lightly fried cuttlefish is a local delicacy that reminds some visitors of calamari, but without the chewiness. Its gentle flavor pairs well with salad and local wine, and if your server recommends it, it is a house speciality.
Sweeten your stay with regional desserts that move beyond the Pastel de Nata with treats such as:
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Pinhoadas – honey and pine nut confections, fabricated with all local products.
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Bolo de Requeijão – a rich cake made with fresh cheese.
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Encharcada – a golden egg-based dessert from the convent kitchens of Évora.
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Fresh Fruit - Portugal's amazing abundance of fruit never disappoints and can be a splendid culmination to a meal.
Paired with Port wine, the simplicity of the Alentejo dining experience becomes apparent.
Wines of the Region:
Alentejo is one of Portugal’s most celebrated wine regions, producing full-bodied reds and smooth, aromatic whites. Visit nearby Herdade da Comporta, Adega Cartuxa, or Herdade do Cebolal to sample wines that reflect the sun, soil, and centuries-old traditions of the land.
Try:
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Aragonês, Trincadeira, and Alicante Bouschet reds
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Antão Vaz and Roupeiro whites
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Local rosés and pet-nats that are vibrant and refreshing in summer