Portuguese Food vs Spanish Food: What’s the Difference?

Portugal and Spain are neighbours, but our cuisines are very different.

Key Differences

• Portugal uses more seafood

• Portuguese food is less spicy

• Spain focuses more on tapas culture

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Why Portuguese Food Feels More Traditional

Portugal preserved many culinary traditions that disappeared elsewhere.

If you enjoy honest, comforting food with history behind it, Lisbon will exceed expectations.

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⏱️ +/- 4 hours | 10 stops

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