Popular chef Neven Maguire is back on RTÉ One this week with a new third series of Neven’s Portuguese Food Trails. Neven begins his journey in Viana do Castelo, a picturesque coastal town in Northern Portugal.
(New series, programme one)
Wednesday January 8th 2025, RTÉ One, 8pm
This seven-part culinary adventure takes Neven from the verdant North to the sun-drenched South as he discovers more flavours, stories, and culinary traditions that make Portugal a food lover’s paradise.
Each of the seven episodes highlights a unique region.
Neven says: “Portugal is a country of endless culinary wonders. Every region has its own particular cuisine, and it’s been an absolute joy to meet the chefs, producers, and artisans who bring these flavours to life. I can’t wait for viewers to join me on thisexploration of one of Europe’s most vibrant food destinations”.
Programme one: Neven begins his journey in Viana do Castelo, a picturesque coastal town in Northern Portugal. Here, he explores the rich bounty of the Atlantic Ocean, sampling freshly caught seafood at the Pousada Viana do Castelo where he is staying. He also travels up a mountain to the stunning Basilica de Santa Luzia, visits Dona Farinha, a traditional bakery to learn how to make a very special cake; and tastes wines from a local winery Quinta de Paços. Neven also visits Camelo restaurant where he meets chef Andrea Matos and enjoys an authentic tasting menu, followed by a trip to the village of Ponte De Lima which offers breathtaking views in the region. Neven completes this first episode by cooking two desserts – Chocolate Salami and Portuguese Custard.
Neven Maguire
(01)Neven makes Chocolate Salami with Portuguese Custard in programme one, Wednesday January 8th 2025.(Neven’s Portuguese Food Trails, new series)(01)Neven Maguire with Andrea Matos of Camelo restaurant. (Neven’s Portuguese Food Trails, new series episode one, January 8th, 2025)(01)Neven meets Noemia Branco of Dona Farinha bakery (Neven’s Portuguese Food Trails, new series, episode one, January 8th))(01)Neven meets Paulo Matos Graça Ramos of Quinta de Paços winery (Neven’s Portuguese Food Trails, new series, episode one, January 8th)(01)Neven with Christina Carames, chef at pousada Viana do Castelo. (Neven’s Portuguese Food Trails, new series, episode one, January 8th)
Director Mark Boland
Series Producer David Hare
Neven’s Portuguese Food Trails is produced by Inproduction TV Ltd and Scéal Creative Ltd Sponsored by Flogas
