Portugal's food is as diverse as its landscapes. From Atlantic seafood and Michelin-starred restaurants to rustic regional cooking and world-renowned wines, every destination offers its own distinctive flavours. With autumn and winter bringing new seasonal discoveries, now is the perfect time for a food-focused escape.

Amazing Evolution, the hotel management experts behind some of Portugal's most distinctive stays, shares its guide to the country's iconic flavours.

For iconic Portuguese dishes, head to Lisbon:

Lisbon is the place to discover Portugal's classics, from 'bacalhau a Bras' to the famous pastel de nata. Its tascas, restaurants, wine bars and markets showcase the city's vibrant food culture.

Place to stay: 1908 Lisboa Hotel is home to Infame, serving modern Portuguese cuisine inspired by seasonal local ingredients. Main dishes from €15. Rooms from €140 per night.

For Michelin-starred dining, discover Amarante:

Amarante, in the Vinho Verde region, is home to Casa da Calcada and Michelin-starred Largo do Paco, where northern Portugal's finest ingredients are transformed into creative tasting menus.

Place to stay: Casa da Calcada offers a refined base for exploring the region's food and wine. Tasting menus from €150. Rooms from €230 per night.

For timeless Portuguese cooking, head to Alentejo:

Alentejo celebrates traditional dishes including porco preto and acorda alentejana, alongside acclaimed wines, olive oils and local produce.

Place to stay: Sleep & Nature Hotel showcases the region's flavours at Monte do Vagar restaurant. Main dishes from €12. Rooms from €115 per night.

For Atlantic seafood, escape to the Azores:

The Azores offer fresh seafood, volcanic wines and Queijo Sao Jorge cheese, with Angra do Heroismo revealing the islands' culinary traditions.

Place to stay: The Shipyard Angra's A Oficina celebrates seasonal island produce and Azorean wines. Main dishes from €12. Rooms from €150 per night.