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Vinho or Vinha?
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Vinho or Vinha?

Vinho or Vinha is the question of the day. As you see the recipes, especially in marinades, you might think I made a mistake on the titles.  One might say it should be vinha, which I often hear from those of the Azores and not vinho. On the…
Bolas de Berlim

Bolas de Berlim

 Bolas de Berlim are very popular in Lisbon. So much so that vendors stroll the beaches and sell them to eager beach goers. But there is no need to be at the beach.  Just step into Confeitaria Nacional near Lisbon’s Rossio Square and you…
Tailgate Suggestions
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Tailgate Suggestions

Looking for tailgate suggestions for the Super Bowl game?  Looking for some delicious things to cook up? Well, look no further!  Try the Portuguese Bean Stew in my first book, Portuguese Home Cooking! Lots of potatoes, sausage and kidney beans…
Codfish and Potato Roll (Torta de Bacalhau)

Codfish and Potato Roll (Torta de Bacalhau)

  If you have never tasted a salted Codfish and Potato Roll (Torta de Bacalhau), you don't know what you are missing.  Similar to an omelet, but think bigger, more luscious. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, it aims to please. Read the…
Braised Chuck Roast

Braised Chuck Roast

Braised Chuck Roast, known called Carne Guisada, is just what cold weather calls for.  It uses the 7 - bone chuck roast, referred to by some as "blade meat" is the best choice for this dish  The best use of blade and neck beef meat is to braise…