Enogastronomy
Taste the Tradition
The Minho River region is a true paradise for lovers of food and wine. Between Portugal and Galicia, you will find a diversity of flavors that reflect the tradition and terroir of the region. This is a place where every dish tells a story, and every winery opens its doors to unique tasting experiences.
Each Dish has a Story, each Winery a Unique Tasting Experience
The rivers and fields provide fresh and unique products, such as lamprey, elvers, eels, kid, and sausages, which are paired with authentic wines.
Alvarinho, a grape variety native to the region, produces aromatic, fresh, and fruity wines that are internationally recognized both in Portugal (particularly in Monção and Melgaço) and in Galicia, where it is known as Albariño.
Festivals and Flavors of Minho
Throughout the year, the Minho River celebrates its culinary traditions with festivals and events that bring together unique and authentic flavors. From the sea to the mountains, from wine to river fruits, discover experiences that transform each gastronomic encounter into a true celebration of Minho culture.
Lobster Festival
A Guarda
Jamón Fair
A Cañiza
Monção Alvarinho Fair
Monção
Festival “Sabores da Lampreia”
Valença
Suggested Experiences
Activities focused on promoting local food and wine heritage, including tastings, technical visits, culinary training, and themed itineraries.
- Tasting typical dishes at local restaurants.
- Visits to wineries to learn about the Albariño wine production process.
- Participation in cooking workshops to learn how to prepare traditional recipes.
- Gastronomic itineraries during local festivals and fairs.
Activities focused on promoting local food and wine heritage, including tastings, technical visits, culinary training, and themed itineraries.
- Tasting typical dishes at local restaurants.
- Visits to wineries to learn about the Albariño wine production process.
- Participation in cooking workshops to learn how to prepare traditional recipes.
- Gastronomic itineraries during local festivals and fairs.
One River, Two Countries
Great Experiences
The Minho River is the stage for an intense cultural life, marked by authenticity and diversity. Discover everything it has to offer.