Once Upon a Flavour

Name: Once Upon a Flavour
Address: Lisbon, PT
Telephone: +351961151014

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Once Upon a Flavour

The heart and soul of Portuguese cuisine, tasted through memorable food tours.

05/06/2024

Today, honoring our popular saints (Santo António, São João and São Pedro) we toured Alfama and Mouraria, the two oldest neighborhoods in Lisbon. Foodies’ stop for some grilled sardines, a seasonal salad, traditional bread, olives and “vinho verde” 😁.
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30/05/2024

The Arouquesa Beef, is meat obtained from cattle of the Arouquesa breed, (derived from the municipality of Arouca). It is a product of Portuguese origin with Protected Designation of Origin, as declared by the European Union (EU) since June 21, 1996.
“Prego” is a popular fashion of preparing a beef sandwich, that varies according to different regions.
Fancy one of these versions, paired with Portuguese beer? Add to it a breathtaking view to river Paiva, softly stretching to the Douro.
Words fail us.

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18/05/2024

Have you ever tasted one? If not, you will never understand the seagull.
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14/05/2024

“Do we really want to travel in hermetically sealed popemobiles through the rural provinces of France, Mexico and the Far East, eating only in Hard Rock Cafes and McDonalds Or do we want to eat without fear, tearing into the local stew, the humble taqueria’s mystery meat, the sincerely offered gift of a lightly grilled fish head I know what I want. I want it all. I want to try everything once.”

Anthony Bourdain

The right spirit.

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11/05/2024

Cross the Tagus, mid-morning, to a small fishing community on the other side of the river.
Work up your appetite for lunch inhaling the fresh breeze from the Atlantic.
Fill your soul with the most superb view of Lisbon.
Enjoy a tasty fried fish, “Chaputa” and “Raia” (Atlantic Pomfret and Ray), accompanied by a mariner’s tomato rice...
There is plenty of flavour and joy for everyone. Even the four-legged ones.

Thank you Esther and Salvatore. We have now two more friends.

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09/05/2024

A whole new day of delicious opportunities…

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08/05/2024

What happens when we organize a rave of fried “joaquinzinhos” (juvenile mackerel), with garlic, parsley, onion, and two tablespoons of vinegar?

“Carapaus de escabeche”, that’s what happens!

Another typical dish from the pantheon of Portuguese snacks.

Curious about it?

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04/05/2024

We have previously written about the ichthyological richness and superb quality of Portuguese fish and seafood.
To properly explore all the variety of fish offered at this time of year, we have to leave Lisbon and visit fishing villages or cities, such as Ericeira, Costa de Caparica, Setúbal or Sesimbra.
For those who choose us for a memorable gastronomic experience, the principle will always be “The best quality with maximum comfort”.

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28/04/2024

With the temperature rising, it’s time to indulge in the last autumnal dishes.

Feijoada is a typical Portuguese dish of comfort food, based on a stew of butter beans, with pork and different types of sausages, all accompanied by white rice.

Small portions may be found in typical restaurants and consumed as food snacks.

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24/04/2024

Turbot is one of many delicious fish caught on Portuguese coasts.

Sustainable consumption of this species requires us to respect its spawning period.

Spawning usually happens between the months of February and April in the Mediterranean and from May to July in the Atlantic Ocean.

In Portuguese responsible restaurants, wild specimens are only sold between the months of August and April. Turbot from Aquaculture (not so delicious but still very appetizing) can be found all year round.

It is, certainly, one of our best fish, roasted or grilled, with a regular place on Portuguese tables.

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23/04/2024

There may be other Portuguese dishes as traditional as Codfish cakes, but we don’t seem to remember which 😁.

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21/04/2024

The south bank of the Tagus River is still an almost virgin territory to be explored by those who visit us from abroad.
Imagine yourself having a spring lunch, such as this emblematic monkfish rice, overlooking Lisbon.

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20/04/2024

Food for spies. Don’t tell us (we know you would have to kill us).
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20/04/2024

Pork is historically one of the most permanent elements in Portuguese cuisine.

Across the diverse regions of Portugal, various breeds of pigs contribute to the rich gastronomic heritage of the country. From the succulent meat of the Alentejano pig, renowned for its robust flavor and marbling, to the delicate, sweet taste of the Bísaro pig, from Trás-os-Montes, and the Malhado pig, from Alcobaça, each breed brings its own unique characteristics to the table.

Whether enjoyed as juicy cuts of pork tenderloin, crispy slices of presunto (Portuguese cured ham), savory stews like “Cozido à portuguesa”, or delicious sandwiches like the world famous Portuguese Bifana, pork manifests in countless forms, infusing dishes with depth and complexity. The iconic Portuguese dish, “leitão assado” (roast suckling pig), epitomizes the reverence for pork, with its crispy skin and tender meat, easily associated to celebration and conviviality.

Pork's enduring presence in Portuguese cuisine reflects not only its versatility but also its cultural significance. From family gatherings to festive occasions, pork dishes are cherished rituals that bind generations together, honoring tradition, Culture and History.

As one of the most beloved elements in Portuguese gastronomy, pork continues to inspire culinary creativity and delight palates around the world.

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19/04/2024

Sounds, sights and smells…
Popular markets will always be hubs of cultural tradition, commerce and community interaction. In a world increasingly dominated by digital transactions, popular markets stand as tangible reminders of the beauty of human interaction. And these are times when that has become pivotal.

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17/04/2024

One out of 1111 different ways how to cook codfish in Portugal. Shell we?

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