Local Food

Cooltour Oporto has won the 2025 Arival TourReview Spotlight Award for Best of Europe in Culinary Tours & Experiences, recognizing its excellence in food tourism. This independent, data-driven award highlights the company’s commitment to providing authentic and high-quality gastronomic experiences in Porto and Northern Portugal. With previous accolades like the Viator Experience Award, Cooltour Oporto continues to stand out as a leader in cultural and culinary tourism.

The rise of Michelin-starred restaurants in Portugal has brought international recognition but also raises concerns about the authenticity of Portuguese cuisine. While the Michelin Guide symbolizes prestige, it can also impose constraints that shift the focus from tradition to globalized standards. Does the pursuit of Michelin stars enhance or undermine the true essence of Portuguese hospitality and culinary heritage?

When we're on the go, we often have limited time and hesitate to spend much when dining out. That's where street food offers a convenient and budget-friendly solution. In Porto, a range of snacks, or "petiscos," can be found in the city's cozy taverns, known locally as "tascas," each offering its own distinct flavors and aromas.

Portuguese cuisine blends the flavors of its coastal and inland regions, shaped by centuries of global influences. Oporto, in northern Portugal, offers a chance to experience its rich culinary heritage, with locals taking pride in their robust and flavorful traditional dishes. Visitors are welcomed warmly to enjoy an authentic and memorable gastronomic experience.

Porto attracts thousands of tourists yearly due to its beauty, history, and culture. With its aesthetic appeal, urban fabric, and numerous historic buildings spanning over a millennium, Porto is recognized as a masterpiece of human creativity.

Porto’s gastronomy is widely known both nationally and internationally. Its cuisine is strongly influenced by the traditions and customs of northern Portugal and is full of traditional dishes from Minho to Trás-os-Montes.

Portugal is a country filled with traditions, some of which remain virtually unchanged throughout the years. Thanks to its strong Catholic roots, it’s not surprising that many religious celebrations take place every year from the north to the south of Portugal. Among these celebrations is Easter, a time when devout Catholics all over the world…

The city of Porto, renowned for its tradition and history, is home to several old stores that have become a testament to the passage of time while preserving their authenticity. As you wander through its charming streets, you’ll come across these traditional stores, each one telling a unique story. A Taste of Tradition: Exploring Porto’s…

Indulge in the rich and spicy delight of a Francesinha during our Oporto Food Tour   Traveling in Portugal also means indulging in the country’s cuisine and immersing yourself in the unique aromas and flavors of each region. Naturally, this experience enriches any traveler. In northern Portugal, the culinary offerings are diverse, ranging from traditional…

Mercado do Bolhão Vendor Mercado do Bolhão in Porto, is a market which adds colours, smells, tastes, textures, and sounds to life, sharpens the senses and makes it the perfect place to build memories and socialise. Locals and visitors pass by the stalls, talk to sellers and go into shops and restaurants in a relentless…