Updated On: 27 August, 2022 11:12 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
UNESCO has designated the Mediterranean diet as a World Heritage Site, and it is an integral aspect of Portuguese cuisine

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If you have been itching to travel outside India, there are many places to go and while there are popular destinations, if you love food, Portugal is definitely a place to visit. There is no doubt that Portugal`s cuisine is as rich and diverse as its landscape, which is a major consideration when choosing a travel destination. World-class chefs and amazing restaurants can be found in Portugal. Around 27 Michelin-starred restaurants are located there. The capital, Lisbon, is home to nine restaurants with Michelin stars. The capital city of Portugal boasts a large number of Michelin-starred eateries, which says a lot about the flourishing local food industry.
One of Portugal`s best-kept secrets is its food. Everybody`s palate will find something to enjoy in Portuguese cuisine. The sea is Portuguese cuisine`s most distinguishing ingredient. Portuguese olive oil is also of the highest calibre and is used in all dishes, including cod (for which there are allegedly 1,000 different recipes!)