Portugal with Michael Portillo

Michael takes us in search of Portugal's heart and soul, beginning in the cosmopolitan and vibrant city Porto, where he explores a bustling food market and a port lodge.

Michael explores Braga and Ponte de Lima, enjoying folk music at the Feiras Novas festival. He then climbs the Bom Jesus shrine, cooks with chef Renato, and ends up with belly dancers!

Michael explores the Algarve beyond its beaches, uncovering history, visiting Silves's castle and Faro's bone chapel, meeting a fisherman who risks his life for barnacles, and enjoying fresh oysters in Olhao.

Michael explores the island of Madeira, with its stunning landscapes, historic levadas, and unique toboggan rides, and enjoys a traditional espetada BBQ, local wine, and exotic fruits.

Michael explores Aveiro's canals and Coimbra's underground Roman ruins, enjoys local food and Fado music, and ends his journey in a lively tavern, celebrating Portugal's rich culture.

Michael's journey begins on a fast-moving tuk-tuk before he explores Sintra's Pena Palace and Mafra Palace, partakes in a cacao ceremony, and forages for wild food along Portugal's wild Atlantic coast.