Just as poncha can be drunk at any time on the island, bolo do caco is another of Madeira's gastronomic relics that can be eaten at any time, and not just with...
Food & Drink
Your guide to the best food and drink scene in Madeira
The best restaurants to try the famous Madeira skewers
There are some mandatory delicacies when traveling to Madeira. Bolo do caco spread with butter or limpets are some of them, and great as starters. But when it...
Michelin Star restaurants in Madeira
The 2021 Michelin Guide for Spain and Portugal, which was launched at the Real Casa de Correos in Madrid, has retained the brightest stars on all Madeira: Il...
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The best places to drink poncha in Madeira
The poncha (punch) is well rooted in Madeira - its origin dates back to the 16th century, when the discoverers were transporting lemon to prevent scurvy....
Four types of Madeira punch (poncha) you need to try
Just with three ingredients, is this most emblematic drink on the Madeira Island - and also the most dangerous. Don't be fooled by the small cup and its...
Eigth drinks to quench your thirst on your Madeira trip
We do not want you to become an alcoholic - not least because there will be a lot to soak up your drinks - from the traditional bolo do caco with...
Madeira souvenirs to pack on your way home
Good trips are not easily forgotten, but bringing a memory of the place where you were happy is half the journey back - and there are those who are not...
Madeira food & drink experiences
Local Market Tour
Travel to Santo da Serra, an environmental paradise which is a draw card for the entire island. You can wander through a traditional Madeiran market, which...
Food, Wine & Culture Walking Tour
Are you a foodie? Then this is the perfect tour for you. Enjoy the best local flavors on this 4-hour walking food tour while absorbing the rich culture of...
Full-Day Madeira Wine Tour
Sample the fine wines of Madeira on an 8-hour tasting tour from Funchal, and get explanations about the island's wine industry and delicious food. Stop at a...
Poncha and Nikita Rum Tour
Get a taste of Madeira's drinking culture with a half-day experience from your hotel. Under the care of a local guide, you will be taken to two bars to...
Sugarcane Syrup Factory Half-Day Private Tour
Discover the Fábrica Mel-de-Cana Ribeiro Sêcom a sugarcane syrup factory with more than 125 years of history. Learn about the production of...
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