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As tradições da Queima das Fitas em Bragança

“Queima das Fitas” traditions in Bragança

April represents, for the final-year academic students of the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança and all over the country, the culmination of three or more years of university adventures and experiences. Queima das Fitas appears as the celebration that closes the cycle, and is marked by farewells and new beginnings. This year, the dates set by the Academic Association of IPB were 20 to 26 April, where the weather is expected to be pleasant for its special event.

De volta aos anos 80 - Semana Gastronómica do Bacalhau!

Codfish Gastronomic Week

Back to the 80’s, the Codfish Gastronomic Week is coming!

Promoted by the ACISB (Commercial, Industrial and Services Association of Bragança), the festivity “Bacalhau à Bragança” is scheduled for the week of April 9 to 17, and consists in emphasizing the dishes where codfish reigns, in the various participating restaurants, such as D. Roberto.

A experiência do Eco-Resort

The Eco-Resort Experience

The contact with nature and the quietness of the countryside environment are the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. In a unique and soothing experience, the Eco-Resort guarantees an undeniable comfort, ideal to relax and restore energy.

Roteiro turístico A. Montesinho

Tourist route A. Montesinho

Would you like to know Trás-Os-Montes and don’t know where to start?

Thinking of you, the A. Montesinho decided to help you, with the creation of a structured tourist itinerary, so you can enjoy every moment of the best way possible.

 

1st moment – The beginning

We start our trip by the magnificent village of Gimonde, the ideal place for the beginning of this adventure. In our lodgings you can enjoy a peaceful rest away from the hustle and bustle of the city. If you prefer to rest in a sustainable space to recharge your batteries and continue your experience, we advise you to visit our fully equipped ECO- Resort with a modern and elegant design. It also has the advantage of being pet-friendly and therefore suitable for your pets.

If you prefer more movement, it is through the streets of Bragança that you can find our flats. You can also stay here to enjoy every detail of the region. Who knows… Maybe take a walk through the fair? In the beginning of March the festivities of Amendoeiras em Flor are held, making the transmontana region even more colourful and passionate.

 

2nd moment – Tasting

After a long walk, would you like to indulge yourself and try some delicacies? In D. Roberto restaurant it is possible. In this traditional restaurant, in addition to the high quality service, you can experience the excellence of the unique flavours of Bísaro products.

 

3rd moment – Getting to know the region’s nature

While touring the region, take the opportunity to visit the Quinta das Covas. At the entrance of the Montesinho Natural Park, it has an extension of 27 hectares, an immense biodiversity and breathtaking landscapes. It is a space mostly geared to the realization of large events.

 

Ready to embark on this journey? Come and experience Montesinho. Visit us at https://amontesinho.pt/

 

Order Bísaro products https://bisaro.pt/entrada-loja-online.html

 

gastronomia transmontana

The Transmontana Gastronomy

Gimonde is the birthplace of A. Montesinho and is located in Trás-os-Montes, a region in the northeast of Portugal with a welcoming people and where you can experience a scenario full of mountains, natural parks, historic villages and a unique gastronomic wealth.

As this is the land of flavour, the transmontana gastronomy is characterised by the most varied delicacies, which make its dishes a temptation for those who visit this cold land. There are several products that allow you to prepare a cozy meal, from the alheira (pork sausage), smoked ham, kid, veal, mirandesa steak, river fish, sprouts, beans, mushrooms, chestnuts, puff pastry, cheese and honey cakes.

You can experience first-hand the exceptional combination of these regional ingredients at Restaurante Típico D. Roberto. There is a full menu at your disposal, such as veal chop and ribs, veal steak with Bisaro ham, Bragançano lamb, secretos, ribs and Bisaro pork loin, all accompanied with the traditional Gimonde bread.

The month of February becomes ideal to venture into our specialty, Butelo with Casulas, a typical dish of the region!

In our game menu the main stars are the wild boar and the partridge. We have as options the wild boar stewed with chestnuts or roasted and the partridge stewed. In both we serve a characteristic rice.
Visit us and enjoy!

Reservations A.Montesinho
Complete menu D.Roberto

geral@amontesinho.pt
(+351) 273 302 510

entrudo chocalheiro

‘Entrudo Chocalheiro 2022’

entrudo chocalheiro

To end the month of February in a traditional and differentiated way, we propose a visit to ‘Entrudo Chocalheiro’, an event recognised by UNESCO and whose main figures are the Caretos. This is an excellent opportunity to visit the municipality of Macedo and take the opportunity to taste some typical dishes of the region, at the same time as the winter festivities.

From Saturday to Tuesday, let yourself be involved with a set of dynamic activities especially designed for the event.

See the programme on the website of the Town Hall of Macedo de Cavaleiros.

Contacts:

geral@amontesinho.pt | (+351) 273 302 510

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Motivos para se apaixonar em A.Montesinhojpg

Reasons to fall in love in A.Montesinho

The region’s natural timelessness takes us back to unique experiences. The month of February brings with it the feeling of romance, vivacity and well-wishers. Every day we have the opportunity to show affection to those we love the most, to care for them and surprise them.

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