Avis

Açorda is one of the most emblematic dishes of Alentejo cuisine, and in Avis, the version with cod is highly appreciated. It is a cold or lukewarm soup, made with crumbled stale bread, garlic, fresh coriander, olive oil, hard-boiled egg, and flakes of cooked cod. It is a dish that reflects the simplicity and ingenuity of rural gastronomy, making use of basic and easily accessible ingredients in the region. Its freshness and intense flavor connect it deeply to the traditional diet and the hot climate of Alentejo.

Lamb stew is a pot dish, robust and comforting, very characteristic of the rural areas of Alentejo, including Avis. It is prepared with tender lamb meat, potatoes, Alentejo bread, and a rich and aromatic sauce based on onion, garlic, tomato, bay leaf, and white wine. This dish celebrates sheep farming and the abundance of lamb meat in the region, being a perfect example of hearty cuisine that nourishes and comforts, passed down from generation to generation.

Migas Gatas are a variation of Alentejo migas, where hardened bread is finely chopped and mixed with garlic, coriander, olive oil, and sometimes tomato, resulting in a consistent and flavorful paste. It is a versatile side dish, traditionally served with fried or grilled pork, or even with eggs. This dish is a testament to the ability to make the most of bread, a fundamental food in the Alentejo diet, transforming it into a central element of a rich and traditional meal.

Sopa de Cação is a classic of Alentejo gastronomy, also appreciated in Avis. It is a fish soup with an intense flavor and aroma, prepared with pieces of cação (a type of small shark) cooked in a broth of coriander, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and bread. The vinegar gives it a characteristic acidity that contrasts with the richness of the fish and bread. It is a dish that, despite having a marine ingredient, has integrated perfectly into the inland cuisine of Alentejo, adapting to the available products.

Boleima de Maçã is a traditional dessert from the Alentejo region, also found in Avis. It is a simple, but very tasty cake, made with a leavened bread dough and filled with apple slices, sugar, and cinnamon. Sometimes dried fruits or anise are added. This sweet reflects the tradition of making the most of local products and the mastery of bread making, transforming basic ingredients into something special, ideal to accompany a coffee or as a dessert after a meal.