The enchanting town of Sintra recently played host to a memorable dining experience. Our Bailliage and the Restaurante Sabores do Mercado joined forces to celebrate the rich flavours of Portuguese cuisine.

This collaboration was set in motion when Tatiana Solodovnicova (Vice-Chargée de Presse from Kwazulu Natal, South Africa) expressed her desire to experience a special dinner that paid homage to Portuguese gastronomy.

Guests were invited to indulge in a delectable dinner curated by Manager Alex Gavinha and his talented team of chefs: Israel Fernandes, Cleber Varela, and Pedro Bório. The carefully crafted menu featured a harmonious blend of traditional Portuguese dishes. Each was meticulously prepared using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and paired with complementary wines.

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Scallop feuilleté with Pink Lady salad
Espumante Natural Chardonnay Brut
Quinta da Laboeira (Bairrada DOC)

Carabineiro shrimps’ tartare
coconut and kaffir lime sauce
Baga 2022
Quinta da Laboeira (Bairrada DOC)

Creamy salmon and mussels’ chowder
Quinta do Noval Reserva Branco 2022
(Douro DOC)

Black pork cheeks, black cherry foam
rennet apple puree, Iberian ham chips
Passadouro Touriga Franca 2018
(Douro DOC)

Country-style smoked rice
Mirandesa DOP steak
Quinta do Noval Petit Verdot 2020
(Douro DOC)

Sintra's homemade macaroon
almond cream
Vinha d'Ervideira Colheita Tardia 2020
Antão Vaz (Alentejo DOC)

The exceptional flavours were further enhanced by the restaurant’s warm, inviting atmosphere. Attentive service and charming ambiance made the evening truly unforgettable. Furthermore, the dedicated staff played an instrumental role in creating an enchanting, memorable experience.

The Bailliage of Greater Lisbon 2 extends its gratitude to everyone involved in making this celebration of Portuguese gastronomy an outstanding success.

Vive la Chaîne!

Richard Roestorf
Bailli