, is a classic Portuguese staple. Originally from the Alentejo province, the paste is the major flavor component of the region’s—and now, the country’s—cooking. Every cook has her own version, some made from fresh...

a nice assortment of culinary delicacies. The name escapes me presently, however there is a store in the Princesa Real neighborhood that specializes in cheese and delicacies from the Alentejo region.

do Alentejo, a Portuguese grill place at 5938 St-Hubert 514.272.9797 (between Rosemont and Bellechasse, the block north of the railway viaduct that is NOT part of the semi-malled “Plaza St-Hubert”. I’ve passed...

It’s a dish from Alentejo (per the name), the southern part of Portugal, but famous throughout the country. Love it with a wine from the same region.

(prices starting at just $15 per bottle). This Thursday 4/23 at the Ritz , taste the Wines of Portugal from the whites of Vinho Verde to the reds of Douro to Alentejos new offerings. You can get in on the action for $35pp. The...

I don’t quite agree with the idea of travelling North... Probably because I live in the South! Setubal, for the freshest fish and the wines, Palmela (superb Pousada) , then Sout-East to Estremoz and Evora in the Alentejo,...

, Valencia, Spain 99 Shiraz Cabernet, Penfolds, Australia 02 Beaujolais, Brouilly, (France ?)02 Reserva Alentejo, Portugal 02 Merlot, Baron Philippe de Rothschild, France 02 Dque de Veseu Dao, Portugal 01 Dolcetto d’Alba,...

much of the seafood soup. And the desserts are pretty plain, but hit the spot! The wine selection varies, but their prices are fair. A good bargain that they tend to have is the Santa Joana from the Alentejo (I think there is also...

to be a bit leaner than Albarinho, but they’re excellent summer sippers, and go nicely with lighter seafood. Also, if you can find it 'round your parts, the 2003 (there’s an exception to every rule!) Quinta da Romeira...

'm partial to the soft reds from Alentejo). If you’re heading out as far as Inman Sq, definitely give Christina’s ice cream a try. The texture is a little austere compared to rich creamy ones from Toscannini’s,...

, black and red currants, soft acids balance round tannins and ripe red and black fruit, kiss of oak, moderate finish. Simple, in the international style. GOOD 98 SOGRAPE VINHA DO MONTE Alentejo red, $12 – Purple-ruby in...

standard table wine most 11 or 11.5% alcohol, one 10.5, one 12 (Alandra probably nudges up to 12.5%), the Cheiro less. I don’t know much about Baguinho ($15.99+) except I found it uninteresting and a touch sweet. Real...

will prepare any Portuguese dish for which we can obtain proper ingredients.” I ordered the Costeletas de Porco à Alentejana (Pork Chops Seasoned with White Wine, Garlic and Spices from Alentejo) as my lunch. This is a play...

90% of my cellar is comprised of Portuguese Reds and I try to encourage people to seek out these reds from the regions of Dão, Douro, Alentejo, Estremadura, and Ribatejo. One main reason why I advocate these wines is that all of...

was international, but still plenty of locals. The menu is fantastic with a range of the regional varieties of Portugal. Evidently, the owners and chefs are from the Alentejo and Tras-os-Montes respectively which adds to the...