A Gastronomic Journey Through Porto's Fascinating Cuisine
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By Heidi Driesner
Feeling peckish for a taste of Portugal? Look no further than Sylvie Da Silva's latest book, "Porto: Authentic Recipes and Impressions from Portugal's Fascinating Port City." This hardcover gem is adorned with vibrant Azulejos, the famous blue and white ceramic tiles, and boasts nearly 200 pages of history, current info, restaurant tips, souvenir ideas, and more.
Within the pages, you'll find a helpful gastronomic vocabulary (including "thank you very much" and the friendly way to say "hello" in Portuguese, "Olá") and over 120 color photographs that will leave you craving a trip to the picturesque city at the mouth of the Douro. Among these images are over 50 traditional and modern recipes for your culinary exploration.
A Multifaceted Culinary Exploration
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Sylvie Da Silva, born to Portuguese parents in France's Champagne region, invites you on a culinary adventure through the lively, UNESCO World Heritage old town of Porto. She describes this vibrant destination as "fascinating, loveable, and a bit rugged." Sylvie's passion for both the city and cooking took root during her travels and blossomed with the discovery of international cuisines in her time spent in Paris. Her previous book, "Lissabon," was published in German in 2018.
Throughout the book, readers will uncover authentic stories about the land and its people, learn about fish, fruits, and vegetables, explore markets like Matosinhos, discover specialty dishes, sweets, and more. Sylvie even shares her favorite addresses in Porto, so you can find the city's finest restaurants, bakeries, delicatessens, and wine bars.
Grab your copy of "Porto" to immerse yourself in a gastronomic adventure full of aromas and simplicity!
Porto's Diverse Food Scene
From shots of espresso and pasteis de nata, a traditional Portuguese egg custard tart, to the Port Wine Taverns (Rapados) that line the Rua das Flores, Porto is a food lover's paradise. The city's culinary culture offers an array of options, from street food to Michelin-starred dining establishments.
If you're a fan of seafood, be sure to try the Bacalhau (salted codfish), a popular ingredient in many Portuguese dishes. Countless legends surround the codfish's origin and the city of Porto, with some claims suggesting there are 365 separate ways to prepare it for each day of the year.
For wine enthusiasts, Porto's namesake wine will not disappoint. Consider visiting a vineyard, known as a quinta, in the Douro Valley, or indulging in a glass at one of Porto's many wine bars.
Revamped Portuguese Classics with a Twist
Renowned chefs in Porto are taking traditional dishes to new heights, combining flavors and techniques for a modern spin on classic Portuguese cuisine. One such chef is Rui Silvestre, whose Michelin-starred restaurant Belcanto offers a tasting menu showcasing the best of Portuguese ingredients and innovation. Another star chef is Yannick Alléno, who opened his restaurant, Yannick Alléno Porto, in the luxurious Yeatman Hotel in 2019.
Discover these culinary delights and more with Sylvie Da Silva's "Porto: Authentic Recipes and Impressions from Portugal's Fascinating Port City." Enjoy your taste of Porto!
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- Sylvie Da Silva's "Porto: Authentic Recipes and Impressions from Portugal's Fascinating Port City" is a hardcover book, filled with over 120 color photographs, that offers gastronomic exploration of French-Portuguese food-and-drink, lifestyle, and travel.
- The book, adorned with vibrant Azulejos, also includes a helpful gastronomic vocabulary, French phrases, and restaurant tips in the picturesque city at the mouth of the Douro.
- Sylvie Da Silva, born to Portuguese parents in the Champagne region of France, invites readers on a culinary journey through French, traditional, and modern Portuguese recipes, incorporating influences from her travels and time spent in Paris.
