Portugal's answer to tapas: small plates like octopus salad, presunto ham, cheese or fried squid, shared at a simple tasca.
Insider tip
Go where locals eat, often with no English menu but honest food at low prices.
The village of Guia is the home of Portuguese piri-piri chicken: crispy grilled and brushed with spicy chilli sauce. Just minutes from Gale.
Food & drinkThe cataplana is the Algarve s signature stew, named after the copper pan in which fish, clams and prawns are steamed.
Food & drinkThe famous flaky custard tart, warm and dusted with cinnamon, belongs to every day in Portugal. Pair it with a short, strong espresso (bica).
