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a chef with madeiran fish right in front of ponta de são lourenço in one of its famous viewpoints, a true representation of madeiran gastronomy

Food/Drinks

Madeiran gastronomy combines traditions and local ingredients, offering delicious dishes such as black scabbard fish, kebabs and honey cake. Enjoy authentic Poncha and Madeira Wine, exploring local restaurants and establishments to discover the rich cuisine of this fascinating island.

espetada madeirense being salted and ready to be prepared to eat

Espetada Madeirense

This dish consists of pieces of beef skewered on bay leaves and grilled. It can be found in several local restaurants, such as "Taberna Ruel" in Funchal.

Bolo do Caco with manteiga de alho or garlic butter

Bolo do caco with garlic butter

This typical bread is made from wheat flour and sweet potato and is served with garlic butter. It can be found as a starter in most Madeiran restaurants.

picado madeirense with french fries, tomato, meat and mushrooms. a true testamonial to madeiran cuisine

Picado madeirense

A dish of minced meat with french fries and fried corn.

madeiran limpets, locally knowed as lapas

Grilled Limpets

The limpets are a very popular seafood in Madeira. The "Restaurante Gavião Novo" in Funchal serves delicious grilled limpets.

fried corn, locally knowed as milho frito ready to be eaten

Fried Corn

This traditional side dish is made from ground corn, flour and onion, and is fried until crispy. It can be tasted in most restaurants as a side dish.

madeira wine in two glass cups ready to be drunk

Madeira Wine

This fortified wine is produced in Madeira and has different varieties, such as Sercial, Verdelho, Bual and Malvasia. "Blandy's Wine Lodge" in Funchal offers guided tours and Madeira Wine tastings.

a man in a traditional bar in madeira island preparing the traditional and famous drink poncha to be served, he is using his hands to move the "caralhinho" side to side to mix the drink and serve it

Poncha

This alcoholic drink is made with brandy, sugar cane honey and lemon juice. It can be tasted in bars such as "Venda Velha" in Funchal and "Taberna da Poncha" in Serra de Água.

orange cheeecake, also locally know as Queijada de Laranja in madeira island

Orange Cheesecake

These small sweets are made with cheese, sugar, flour and orange. They can be found in most Madeiran pastry shops.

hooney scones of madeira island, locally know as Broas de Mel

Honey Scones

This traditional side dish is made from ground corn, flour and onion, and is fried until crispy. It can be tasted in most restaurants as a side dish.

tomato and onion soup, locally know in madeira island as Sopa de Tomate e Cebola

Tomato and onion soup

This traditional soup is made with tomato, onion, garlic and pepper.

Black Swordfish with Banana, a famous madeiran dish know as Peixe espada preta com banana

Black Swordfish with Banana

This dish combines grilled swordfish with fried banana, resulting in a delicious and unusual flavor. The "Restaurante Vila do Peixe" in Câmara de Lobos is a great place to try this delicacy.

Carne de Vinha d'Alhos of Madeira, a famous dish in madeira island

Carne de vinha d'alhos

A dish of pork marinated in wine, garlic and bay leaf, then boiled and served with fries or rice. You can try it at the "Restaurante Abrigo do Pastor" in Camacha and beyond.

Polvo à Madeirense, a famous madeiran dish, octopus with french fries served in a madeiran way

Madeiran style octopus

Octopus cooked with wine, garlic, tomato and pepper, served with boiled potatoes.

Filete de Atum in madeiran style, a tuna steak made by madeirans

Tuna Steak

Grilled tuna served with different sauces, such as the villain sauce (made with vinegar, oil, garlic and pepper).

Licor de Ginja da Madeira, a famous madeiran drink

Licor de Ginja da Madeira

An alcoholic drink made with sour cherries and brandy, similar to Óbidos ginja.

madeira island honney cake, locally know as Bolo de Mel

Honey Cake

A dense and moist cake made with sugar cane honey, nuts and spices, traditionally eaten at Christmas. It can be bought at "Fábrica Santo António" in Funchal.

prego no bolo do caco, a madeiran bread with beef in it, as well as cheese and ham

Prego in bolo do caco

Prego is a traditional Portuguese sandwich, usually made with beef and condiments. In Madeira, the nail is served in bolo do caco, giving the dish a regional touch.

Sandes de Carne de Vinha e Alhos of madeira island

Sandes de carne de vinho e alhos

This dish is made with pork meat marinated in wine and garlic, then cooked and served in a sandwich. It can be found in several places in Madeira, such as the Mercado dos Lavradores in Funchal.

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