Five food finds

AMÊIJOAS

These clams are dug fresh from the Ria Formosa and usually end up in the classic Portuguese dish, amêijoas à Bulhão Pato.

FOLAR DE OLHÃO

Much like an oversized cinnamon roll, this cake is sticky with caramelised sugar and laden with fennel seeds and cinnamon.

FLOR DE SAL

A shimmering product of the sea, these prized salt crystals are skimmed from the surface of saltwater pans.

ALMONDS

Some of the best almonds in the world grow in the Algarve. They can be found in markets, but also appear in every possible kind of cake and pastry.

FIGS

Introduced to the Algarve by the Moors, figs grow wild in the region. They’re exceptionally sweet in season, which is usually around late summer.