Santarém · agriculture and Ribatejo traditions
National Agriculture Fair
When: June
SANTARÉM DISTRICT · PORTUGAL
Santarém
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The Tagus, cattle country, convent sweets and vineyards shape the generous table of Santarém.See what to eat↓
RegionRibatejoLocal picks11Coordinates39.24° N · 8.69° WCome hungry. Leave with stories.
THE DISTRICT AT THE TABLE
Taste the district
What to taste across Santarém?
Specialities associated with the district's places and local traditions.
At the table
Savoury dishes associated with places across this district.
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Queijo de Tomar
A traditional cheese from Tomar, usually made from sheep’s milk and recognised by its small cylindrical shape and distinctive rind.Fish02
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Fataça na Telha
Tagus fish traditionally prepared on a roof tile, a characteristic speciality of the region.Fish03
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Enguias
Fried, stewed or prepared in other traditional ways in riverside communities.Fish04
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Massa à Barrão
A traditional Ribatejo pasta dish combining cod with pasta in a flavourful, comforting preparation.Meat05
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Favas com Entrecosto
Broad beans stewed with pork ribs and cured sausages, a Ribatejo kitchen classic.Meat06
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Naco de Touro Bravo
A thick cut of fighting-bull beef, usually grilled and served simply to highlight its robust flavour.Meat07
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Sopa da Pedra
A rich and hearty soup from Almeirim made with beans, pork, sausages and vegetables.Local sweets
Pastries and traditional sweets worth making room for.
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Celestes de Santa Clara
A convent sweet associated with Santarém’s Convent of Santa Clara, made mainly with almonds, sugar and eggs.Sweets09
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Pampilhos
A well-known elongated Santarém pastry with a sweet egg-based filling.Sweets10
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Arrepiados de Almoster
A traditional almond sweet associated with Almoster, in the municipality of Santarém.In the glass
The local drink that completes the experience.
BEYOND THE TABLE
Living traditions
Festivals & traditions
Celebrations, pilgrimages and historical gatherings that reveal another side of local identity.
Santarém · Portuguese food culture gathering
National Gastronomy Festival
When: October or November
WALK THE LANDSCAPE
Notable routes
Trails worth following
A short selection of established trails. Check the official route conditions before setting out.
6.1km
THE DISTRICT AT THE TABLE
A district is best understood through its local tables.
Santarém brings together places whose ingredients, recipes and traditions reflect the character of Ribatejo.
Santarém
Queijo de Tomar
Fataça na Telha
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