Taste Porto - Food Tours

06/12/2024

Christmas Markets are back! 🎄

This December, Porto’s Christmas markets are lighting up the season, combining the best of both worlds: local small businesses and our beautiful city as the backdrop.

Planning a visit? Which markets are on your list this year?

Let us know in the comments! 💙

05/12/2024

Porto doesn’t mess around when it comes to food. We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again.

This week, the Taste Porto crew gathered for our Christmas lunch - and we did it the only way Porto knows how: loud, messy, and absolutely delicious.

The setting? The kitchen of Bolhão Market, our home base. Together with a local chef, we rolled up our sleeves and prepared a meal that was as much about the process as it was about the feast.

Our table overflowed with the good stuff:

🤤Salty, rich cured meats;
🤤The wild, ocean-kissed magic of percebes (goose barnacles, proof that the strangest things often taste the best);
🤤 Succulent shrimp;
🤤Serra da Estrela cheese;

And, of course, a never-empty bread basket. This is Porto, after all, and carbs are practically a religion here.

The star of the show? “Cozido à Portuguesa”. It might not be a traditional Christmas dish, but this hearty stew is a love letter to Portuguese cooking. Some even call it the national dish. One bite, and you’d understand why - it’s comfort and culture in a bowl.

And then there was the wine, flowing like the Douro River outside - endless, effortless, and full of seasonal cheer.

By dessert, we were full - but who could resist “pão-de-ló”, a cake so airy it could float, or “rabanadas”, fried slices of heaven?

Maria de Lourdes Modesto, often called “Portugal’s Julia Child,” once said that one of the joys of Christmas is its parade of fried treats. We couldn't agree more!

This wasn’t just a meal - just like our tours are never just tours. It was a celebration of tradition, a reminder that food isn’t just fuel - it’s what brings people together, what turns strangers into friends, and what makes life worth the trouble.

If you’re planning a Christmas feast with friends, family, or colleagues and want us to create a similar experience, we’re just an email or a call away:

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📞 +351 22 121 5635

Here’s to Porto. Here’s to food. And here’s to doing it all over again!

28/11/2024

Here are some of the reasons we're thankful for Porto. How about you? What are you thankful for in Porto or your city?

21/11/2024

Our guides get to brag about their city every day. Could there be a better job? Porto speaks for itself.

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18/11/2024

We won’t promise you the best francesinha in town or that you’ll check off every famous landmark in 3.5 hours.

That’s not what this is about. What we can promise is real food - the kind our grandparents adored - and places that carry the weight of our childhood memories.

This isn’t just a tour. It’s a chance to become the kind of traveler who leaves an authentic mark, the kind that shapes the city, instead of just passing through.

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14/11/2024

We are looking forward to sharing Porto's secrets with you!
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11/11/2024

"What makes Taste Porto so special isn’t just the food (though it’s incredible); it’s the way they bring the city’s culinary culture to life. Each stop on the tour feels like a chance to connect with the locals, and by the end of the day, you’ll have a much deeper understanding of how food in Porto is truly a reflection of the people who make it."

Hosting Portia Jones in Porto reminded us of something we too often overlook: great places don’t just happen - they’re created. It’s no surprise she fell in love with this city and its warm people. We feel the same way, every day! Thank you for the beautiful feature, Portia! ❤

Portugal's second city, has been turning heads recently, and for good reason.

04/11/2024

Make the most of your time in beautiful Porto with our guide to enjoying the city on rainy days.

+10 indoor activities to enjoy.

31/10/2024

Always a pleasure to share our love for Portuguese petiscos and cuisine with fellow foodies across borders. Thank you, Freebird Club, for the invitation to join this webinar! 🥂

Freebird Club chatted with Porto local André Apolinário about everything you must eat when visiting Portugal's gourmet haven. Check out our full blog on the ...

29/10/2024

Think of this guide as a whisper from someone who knows Porto inside and out.

Your Guide to the True Colors of the City

24/10/2024

Nothing but smiles in Porto! 😊 How about joining one of our Taste Porto Food Tours in November?
You’re sure to discover your next great adventure at tasteporto.com

21/10/2024

This is what we call real monday motivation. Join us on our Craft Beer & Food Tour at tasteporto.com!

18/10/2024

Have you ever wondered how many grape varieties thrive in Portugal? Curious about the best regions or how many distinct styles of Portuguese wine there are? On our Downtown & Bolhão Market Food Tour, we dive into all of this and more. Come for the questions, leave with the stories.

Book your spot today at tasteporto.com

14/10/2024

Savory delights you can't miss on your next trip to Porto! 😋 If you had to pick just one, which would it be?

- Rissol (meat pastry)
- Coxinha (chicken croquette)
- Empada (pastry filled with various ingredients, typically savory)
- Bolinho de bacalhau (codfish cake)

Join us at tasteporto.com and dive into the deliciousness!

11/10/2024

We once asked Taste Porto's co-founder: "What’s your most treasured memory in Porto?"

He replied: “The look in Meagan’s eyes - Taste Porto’s first guest and my first tour as a guide - while falling in love with Porto.”

Fast forward 11 years, and guess who’s back?

Meagan! It’s incredible to welcome her once more for another tour with the same guide who sparked her love for Porto in the beginning.

Cheers to Meagan and all our amazing guests with impeccable taste!

Here’s to another adventure discovering Porto’s finest together at tasteporto.com 🥂✨

07/10/2024

Did you know Porto is home to one of Portugal’s oldest markets? For 11 years, we’ve made it our “office,” bringing curious travelers right into the heart of Bolhão Market.

Step into history, savor the flavors, and experience the vibrant market scene with us. Secure your spot on the Downtown and Bolhão Market Food Tour today at tasteporto.com

30/09/2024

Now that we are closer to fall weather here are some of our favorite soups. From the comforting Caldo Verde (Portuguese Kale Soup) to other soul-soothing national soups, we’re sharing the secrets behind the dishes that warm both body and heart.

Whether you're a soup enthusiast or just curious about Portuguese cuisine, these recipes will transport you to a cozy kitchen in Porto with every spoonful.

It's officially soup weather!