Algarve Sweets

Regional sweets made from almonds, figs and egg yolk, such as Dom Rodrigo, Morgado and marzipan figures, a Moorish culinary legacy.

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Buy them at a traditional confectioner; fig-and-almond balls make a durable gift to take home.

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The village of Guia is the home of Portuguese piri-piri chicken: crispy grilled and brushed with spicy chilli sauce. Just minutes from Gale.

The cataplana is the Algarve s signature stew, named after the copper pan in which fish, clams and prawns are steamed.

The famous flaky custard tart, warm and dusted with cinnamon, belongs to every day in Portugal. Pair it with a short, strong espresso (bica).

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