In Portugal, pitanga (Brazilian cherry) production is common cultivation in Madeira island.

Its official address is South America, but this small fruit knows how to adapt to other latitudes. In Portugal, pitanga (Brazilian cherry) production is common cultivation in Madeira island. Fragile and quickly perishable, it is a fruit that must be consumed or transformed right after being harvested. Small in size, pitanga is rich in vitamins A and C and phosphorus, calcium, and iron. In addition to being consumed naturally, it can be transformed into juices, jams, and jellies. Its plant leaves can also be used for infusions
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O conteúdo Brazilian cherry aparece primeiro em The Art of Tasting Portugal.

Banana, passion fruit, guava, papaya, mango, tamarillo. The list of tropical fruits that grow in Madeira is not complete without cherimoya: the only product in the region with Protected Designation of Origin (DOP).

Originating in South America, the fruit with green skin and a scale-like texture is grown on both sides of the island of Madeira, the difference being that on the south coast, it is grown up to a maximum altitude of 550m above sea level and on the north coast only up to 280m. This delicate fruit, with juicy white pulp with black seeds, must be handled with care. It has a sweet flavour, and its nutritional properties include, among others, good amounts of vitamins C and B6, potassium, iron and fibres. It is mainly consumed as is, but some creative chefs give it culinary uses.

O conteúdo Cherimoya aparece primeiro em The Art of Tasting Portugal.

From bread to the most daring gastronomic creations, the versatility of corn can be observed throughout mainland Portugal and its islands.

This week‘s featured product is originally from the Americas. Brought to Europe at the time of the Discoveries, to this day, it is still one of the most planted cereals in the country.

O conteúdo Corn aparece primeiro em The Art of Tasting Portugal.