On one side, the hustle of the crowds and the heady pace of summer. On the other, the quiet contemplation of those who lose themselves in the blue of the Vicentine coast – still wild, still hidden. Lagos stands where these two worlds meet, without ever quite blending, and that’s...
Salt is not just a seasoning; it is one of human history’s oldest and most essential ingredients. Its significance dates back to refrigeration, making it crucial for preserving food. In many civilisations, salt was even used as currency. The word “salary” originates from salt, highlighting the immense value this...
With the festive season just around the corner, it’s easy to get swept up in the hustle and mindless consumerism. However, the true spirit of Christmas lies in simplicity, togetherness, and sharing moments with those we love. To navigate this season calmly, it’s essential to rediscover what truly matters:...
From north to south of Portugal, friends and family come together, toasting the tradition of celebrating Christmas, and as it’s not always easy to find the perfect place, we make the search easy! Mar d’Estórias has prepared an unforgettable dinner, as usual, invoking the flavours and traditions of the country. The...
Gather your friends on the terrace of Mar d’Estórias and watch the stars while enjoying delicious Portuguese cuisine. The warm nights in the Algarve are spent on the terrace of Mar d’Estórias, reminiscent of the old days when families would gather on the “açoteias” (typical Algarve terraces) to enjoy the...
Bifanas are an integral part of Portuguese culture and soul, and as such, Mar d’Estórias has the task of praising the best our country has to offer. This dish has been on the menu for a long time, and because it’s so successful, we decided to bring it closer...
We are people who deal with and respect the sea like no other. We personify the Atlantic like an old friend, we think we know all its shakes of personality. Then there’s a windstorm and we exchange preconceived ideas about him. That is how the sea is, never to be...
A liquid that is not indifferent to any culture, any nationality. It is king in the best diet in the world, the Mediterranean. In the documented history of humanity, it accompanied all the events that made the world change. The tree that gives it life is full of glories,...
The olive harvest in the Algarve begins after the first autumn showers. In the south of Portugal, the “maçanilha” variety is the one most used to crush because it is already big, fleshy and practically mature, at the end of September, beginning of October. (more…)
Algarvian sweets incorporate the Arabic heritage and the influence of the confectionery created by Portuguese monks and nuns (18th century), adapted to the local ingredients, which, in the Algarve, means mostly sweets made with figs and almonds. This set of ingredients and knowledge “has resulted in a heritage of Algarvian sweets...
It’s in the confection details as well as the knowledge acquired from the past generations, that the richness of Portuguese regional gastronomy is based. If there are dishes that identify the Algarvian culinary heritage, the carapaus alimados (horse mackerel Algarve style) is, undoubtedly, one of them. (more…)
If the concept of Mar d’Estórias is based on the demand for the quality and tradition of the Portuguese product, then the bet on artisanal beer is an unavoidable one. Craft beer is distinguished from big brands of beer, not only for maintaining the artisan principles but for prizing...
The re-encounter with the traditional food aromas of the Algarve is made with the versatility of the cornmeal. If formerly the xerém was intrinsically associated with the social and economic context of the Portuguese and the working class, today it remains an emblematic dish of the Algarve homemade cuisine....
We set foot towards the other side of the Algarve, with chef Megan, to realise why there are traditional flavours that are worth keeping. (more…)
In Portugal, the widespread practice of offering a gift to the godchildren at Easter is a Catholic tradition. It is still usual to offer Easter Cake with eggs (“folar com ovos”) or sugar-coated, chocolate or caramelised almonds, to the godchildren, family and friends. One of the meanings of almonds...
In the constant search to offer a more authentic gastronomic experience, our Chef at Mar d’Estórias has identified suitable ingredients for her culinary creations. (more…)
Discover the suggestions from Mar d’Estórias for this Christmas and gift the ones you like best with Portuguese scents and flavours. (more…)
On All Saints’ Day, Mar d’Estórias learned the Algarvian tradition of making Estrelas de Figo (“fig and almond stars”) that are traditionally made around this time (1st November). (more…)
Mar d’Estórias went to visit the estate that presents serenity and a journey into the traditions of the Alentejo, with all the comfort and contemporaneity that will make an experience unforgettable – the Herdade da Malhadinha Nova, in Alentejo. (more…)
Tomatoes are one of the ingredients that are included in our daily food routine; and who doesn’t like to dip a piece of bread into the tomato salad bowl, while eating grilled sardines? (more…)
We are wine lovers, we admit it! The Mar d’Estórias team, along with most British and Portuguese, like a good meal, where you can not miss a bottle of wine, it doesn’t matter what kind: white, rosé or red (more…)
Sweet or Salty Mar d’Estórias does not have a favourite. Which one do you like best? (more…)
This is the season for stuffy noses, persistent coughs and sore throats. So even if you try, you end up getting these annoying symptoms. (more…)
Since the Portuguese Discoveries our people have been eager for adventure & to live up to our roots. (more…)
Wherever we look at the moment, the word “Christmas” keeps constantly popping up. And that’s absolutely fine, as long as we remember that Christmas is a tradition with more than a millennium of history and a great deal of meaning, and is much more than just a business. (more…)
Download PDF “Hampers 2016” In a time of year when simple yet essential values are paramount, such as love, the act of sharing, joy, hospitality and unions, you should start thinking of your employees and their work throughout the year. (more…)