Portugal Food Diary: A Culinary Love Letter

I knew Portuguese cuisine was good—but not this life-changing good! 😭 Huge portions, insane flavors, wallet-friendly prices... As a UK student used to sad meal deals, I’ve ascended to food heaven. Here’s where to eat like royalty: ✨ LISBON 1️⃣ Maria Catita Restaurante Arroz de polvo (octopus rice) & arroz de marisco (seafood rice) had me weeping. 2️⃣ Bonjardim Legendary Piri-Piri chicken—that spicy sauce is EVERYTHING. 3️⃣ A Taverna (Sintra) Random find, huge win! Flaked codfish & grilled sardines = perfection. 4️⃣ Uma Seafood rice + octopus salad (a single portion feeds two!). 5️⃣ Lisboa Tu & Eu Tiny but mighty! Grilled prawns, octopus salad, and mulled wine 🍷. ✨ PORTO 1️⃣ Cantina 32 Best grilled octopus of my life—tender, smoky, unforgettable. 2️⃣ Café Santiago Francesinha (the "Little Frenchie" sandwich): Heart attack on a plate (share it!). ✨ SOUTHERN PORTUGAL (ALGARVE) Lagos: Adega da Marina: Baby octopus & giant prawns—ask for chili oil! Restaurante Reis: Massive portions (one dish = two people). Portimão: Café Brasil Marisqueira: Razor clams that’ll make you scream with joy. #PortugalEats #FoodieHeaven #LisbonFoodTour #PortoEats #UKStudentsAbroad