Bound as it is on two sides by water, and two sides by Spain-Spanish-influenced dishes such as paella and fresh seafood feature regularly on the menu in Portugal.
The Hairy Bikers suggests drinking a small glass of port to get you in the mood for cooking this hearty soup, often claimed to be Portugal's national dish
For success at suppertime, bubble up Sophie Grigson's tasty take on the classic Portuguese dish of pork with clams
Alan Coxon's sensational bacon pudding is served with honey-baked figs flavoured with orange and brandy and topped with an intriguing bacon toffee
Lesley Waters' rich rice pudding is packed with creamy flavours and cinnamon fragrance, caramelised mandarins adding a fruity note
Recreate this Portuguese deli treat with Lia Baiao and John Torode’s simple recipe, made with puff pastry

