Hi, I'm Ed! My journey with Portuguese cuisine didn't start in a professional culinary school, but in the heart of the home—inspired by the rich traditions of my heritage and the soulful flavors of the Atlantic coast. Since 2015, my wife and I have been on a mission to collect, preserve, and share authentic Portuguese flavors with a global community of food lovers.
Why We Started This Site
What began as a passion project over 10 years ago has grown into a dedicated resource for home cooks. We noticed that many traditional recipes were getting lost or becoming overly commercialized, losing the "tempero" (seasoning) that makes them special. We wanted a space where the focus remained on honesty, heritage, and the joy of a shared meal. When we say "we" in our posts, we are referring to the small circle of family and friends who help us meticulously test and refine these dishes. Our goal is to ensure every Caldo Verde or Bacalhau dish tastes exactly as it would in a family kitchen in Lisbon or the cobblestone streets of the Azores.
Our Values & Transparency
Respect for Creators: We believe the culinary world is built on community. We do our absolute best to credit the original authors or inspirations behind our recipes and include links to their work. We are here to celebrate the creativity of the food community, never to claim it as our own.
Recipe Integrity:
Most recipes on this site are tested in our home kitchen using accessible ingredients, with easy to understand measurements to help cooks everywhere succeed.
We hope these recipes help you create lasting memories around your own table.
Happy cooking, happy eating, and God bless!
— Ed
