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CURA at the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon

Ann Abel — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:18:00 +0000

It’s always a challenge for a sous-chef to assume the top spot in a fine dining kitchen, especially when the departing chef has a Michelin star and the charisma of Pedro Pena Bastos. But that’s exactly what Rodolfo Lavrador did when he took over the kitchen at Cura at the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon at the beginning of 2025. And he is doing it well. True to the name Cura—short for the Portuguese curadora, or curatorship—Lavrador is continuing the […]

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A Taste of Excellence at William Restaurant, Madeira

Greg Boegner — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 10:42:00 +0000

Perched on the cliffs of Funchal, Madeira, the iconic Belmond Reid’s Palace is a retreat synonymous with timeless elegance. Amid this sanctuary of luxury lies William Restaurant, a jewel in the island’s culinary crown. With its Michelin star recognition and panoramic views of the dramatic Atlantic coastline, this dining destination is a feast for all the senses. William Restaurant pays homage to the vision of Mr. William Reid, the hotel’s founder, blending classic charm with contemporary sophistication. The menus celebrate […]

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O Leão de Porches, Quintessentially Algarvean

Sarah Young — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 19:22:39 +0000

Tucked away behind ancient walls in the hamlet of Porches, locals have been savoring the delights of O Leão de Porches for many years. Under the watchful eye of the immensely conversant owner and leading lady Bianca Salden, diners are treated to warm hospitality, delightful dishes and an outstanding wine list. The dishes lean towards fine dining; however, I was pleasantly surprised by the selection of skillfully imaginative healthier options on the menu. Fear not; lovers of the classics will […]

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Euskalduna Studio – Creative Cuisine of Vasco Coelho Santos

Greg Boegner — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:56:00 +0000

The name evokes images of a foreign laboratory. Indeed, it is a unique space dedicated to the development of creative concepts. It is right in the heart of Porto, and it is serving some of the most innovative food in Portugal’s ever-expanding and highly-competitive gourmet scene. It is Euskalduna Studio, a dining experience by Michelin Star-awarded Chef Vasco Coelho Santos. Euskalduna Studio started out as a workshop of sorts. After Coelho Santos returned home from training in the northeastern regions […]

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100 Maneiras – Immersive Dining Experience of Ljubomir Stanisic

Ann Abel — Sat, 12 Dec 2020 21:25:28 +0000

Until 2020, iconoclastic chef Ljubomir Stanisic was arguably the best chef in Portugal who did not have a Michelin star. 2021 changed all that with the Michelin guide awarding a star to Stanisic for his reimagined 100 Maneiras. The original 100 Maneiras served one of the top tasting menus in Lisbon and came across as an excellent fine-dining experience. Now he shuns that term—he prefers “dive dining,” as in a deep dive into an immersive experience. The menu, which is […]

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Mini Bar by José Avillez

Greg Boegner — Sun, 20 Sep 2020 10:37:07 +0000

José Avillez has a knack for creating dining experiences, and Mini Bar is no exception. Although a small intimate space, Mini Bar has a big-city sophisticated appeal. The fine menu items, may seem miniature in appearance, but are packed with creativity and flavor. True to what we have come to expect from Avillez, this restaurant is full of fun and surprises for all of your senses. Mini Bar resides within Bairro do Avillez (Avillez’s neighborhood). This is the large, multi-venue […]

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O Paparico – Fine Dining Experience in Porto

Greg Boegner — Mon, 24 Aug 2020 16:32:12 +0000

Some say O Paparico is the best restaurant in Porto. Others consider it the best in Portugal. These are some serious accolades. In are opinion, they’re both right! Entering O Paparico is like walking into an old friend’s home. The rustic centuries-old rock walls are an ideal backdrop to the fine elegance of starched white table linens and crystal stemware atop traditional wooden tables. A conscious effort to limit seating provides a spatial room where each table, although open, seems […]

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JNcQUOI at HOME – Gourmet Meals & Product Delivery in Lisbon

Greg Boegner — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 13:39:31 +0000

Self-isolation making you yearn for going to dinner at JNcQUOI and JNcQUOI ASIA? Yep, us too; but, do not worry. Now, JNcQUOI and JNcQUOI Asia comes to you! A selection of signature dishes by Chef António Bóia and Chef Mário Esteves, as well as a list of gourmet food products and wine can be delivered to your doorstep. It’s JNcQUOI at Home. The entire JNcQUOI at Home concept is based on the quality, exclusivity and personalization of products that you […]

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