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Vilamoura

Cuisine of Vilamoura for gourmets. Places for dinner - best restaurants

The opening of Don Alfonso restaurant took place more than 20 years ago. Since then it has become one of the most famous attractions of the city. This is the place where guests will be offered to taste best dishes of national cuisine in their classic version. Visitors will surely appreciate not only a great selection of dishes, but also very attractive prices. Quite a notable fact - since the opening of the restaurant its interior has never been changed. The only change is a constantly growing number of signature dishes in its menu.

Top places to stay in Vilamoura - most luxurious hotels

Vilamoura is famous for its stylish resort hotels, one of the most luxurious of which is Tivoli Marina Vilamoura. This hotel is located in a private garden, whose area is 30,000 square …

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Gourmet visitors usually praise Rei dos Mares restaurant. Among its specialties are juicy steak with mushrooms, lobster in a special sauce, meat on a bone with herbs and grilled prawns. This is only a small part of delicious dishes that are offered to guests of Rei dos Mares. Irish & Co restaurant resembles a classic Irish pub because of its interesting design. The ground floor of the restaurant is occupied by a cozy hall, where guests can relax and enjoy delicious food, and the second floor features a huge dance floor. When the weather is warm the restaurant’s tables are served on open terraces. Irish & Co is a perfect destination for rest of a large company.

Fans of seafood will surely like the menu of Lagosteira restaurant. Here visitors will be offered to select from a huge selection of seafood delicacies - white fish, shrimps, lobsters, clams and crabs, which are prepared in a number of ways by skilled chefs. The restaurant’s hall is the location of a huge aquarium, where visitors can select a lobster or fish that will be cooked to them. In addition to a wide range of delicacies Lagosteira can surely be proud of its great collection of fine wines. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Best hotel choice for romantic escape, wedding or honeymoon in Vilamoura

Vilamoura is literally established for a romantic getaway. Many couples choose The Lake Resort for a honeymoon or a regular vacation. This fashionable hotel proposes spacious and elegantly …

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The opening of Rosa's Cantina restaurant took place in 1990. The restaurant specializes in cooking Mexican food. The basis of its menu is represented by meat dishes, including numerous signature masterpieces. Fans of fish dishes will also not be worried what dish to choose as skilled chefs of the restaurant will make perfect stuffed fish, octopus and shellfish. Old course restaurant is located close to a popular golf club. The restaurant is very popular among visitors not only because of the excellent quality of food served here, but also thanks to a pleasant informal atmosphere that reigns here. This is the place where you can relax as a family. There is also a special banquet hall that is a perfect choice for various celebrations.

The regional cuisine of Vilamoura is fully based on seafood – there are dozens of seafood types in the region. Local restaurants offer excellently cooked shrimps that are usually present in the menus under the name Camarão. If you happen to order a dish named Lingueirão, be ready to get a large plate with seafood of different shapes and sizes. Local restaurants specializing in the regional cuisine also offer lobsters, devilfish, squids, and octopuses cooked in accordance with different recipes. Sea perch and dorada remain the most popular fish types in the region. Upscale restaurants in Vilamoura will offer skillfully cooked tuna to their guests. Caldeirada or stewed fish is one more typical dish in the region.

Shopping in Vilamoura - main shopping streets, outlets and boutiques

The most popular shopping area of the resort is Marina. Here you can see shops of various price categories. They sell fashionable clothes and beach accessories, jewelry, and cosmetics. There …

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Local people are big fans of sweets and desserts, so, besides interesting dishes with fish and seafood, don’t forget to pay your attention to signature desserts. Rice pudding remains one of the most widespread desserts that tourists will find in local cafes and restaurants. Local dining establishments are usually skilled in cooking excellent marzipan and fruit desserts. The choice of ice cream is no less striking. Every café traditionally tries to impress its guests with an unusual serving. Fans of original and fine desserts should pay attention to Pudim de Amêndoa almond pudding that is present in the menus of local cafes and restaurants. Figs stuffed with chocolate are one more interesting national dessert. Sweet pastries are also very popular in the regional cuisine. Out of numerous varieties, it is particularly important to mention honey pie.

Local cuisine is perfectly suitable for vegetarian guests. They will have an opportunity to try popular ragout types and soups, fresh vegetable salads, and fruit desserts. Quite an interesting fact – there are almost no vegetarians among residents of Vilamoura. Local people are big fans of seafood and meat.

Guide to Vilamoura sightseeing - things to see and to visit

Vilamoura is a modern tourist town that has everything for active rest. You will find well-equipped gym and fitness centers, tennis courts, and swimming pools on the territory of the …

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Travelers, who enjoy buying local alcohol and bring it home as souvenirs, should not forget to purchase Aguardente brandy. It is quite strong and is distinguished by a distinct taste, but, nevertheless, it is very popular with tourists and locals. There is one more popular local drink, Medronho, which is made of strawberry. This spirit is also very strong despite the fact that it is made of ripe and sweet strawberries. Tourists more interested in non-alcoholic beverages will like the incredibly delicious local orange juice.

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Map of all Michelin restaurants

Michelin-starred restaurants in Vilamoura
♥ Restaurant 'Emo' Vilamoura. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.1 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Restaurant 'Willie’s' Vilamoura. Type - International. 1.5 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Restaurant 'Vincent' Almancil. Type - International. 3.7 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Restaurant 'Pequeno Mundo' Almancil. Type - French. 4.2 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Restaurant 'Casa dos Pinheiros' Almancil. Type - Seafood. 5.5 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Restaurant 'São Gabriel' Almancil. Type - Traditional cuisine. 6 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Restaurant 'Alambique' Almancil. Type - Traditional cuisine. 6 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Restaurant 'Florian' Almancil. Type - International. 7.5 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Restaurant 'Henrique Leis' Loulé. Type - Modern cuisine. 8.1 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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♥ Restaurant 'Casa Velha' Almancil. Type - International. 9.5 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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Cuisine of Vilamoura for gourmets. Places for dinner - best restaurants

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