Traditional Madeira Food: What to Eat on the Island
From grilled meats and fresh Atlantic fish to garlic bread, tropical fruit and sweet desserts, Madeira’s food is simple, flavourful and deeply local. Here are the traditional dishes and drinks you should try during your visit.
Cheap Eats in Madeira: Where Locals Eat Across the Island
Eating well in Madeira does not have to be expensive. Across the island, small cafés and neighbourhood snack bars serve hearty pratos do dia and traditional dishes for a fraction of the price you might pay in tourist restaurants. Here are some of the best places to eat on a budget outside Funchal.
Cheap Eats in Funchal: Where Locals Actually Eat
Eating well in Funchal does not have to be expensive. The best cheap meals are usually found in simple snack bars and neighbourhood. From hearty pratos do dia to generous portions of traditional food, these restaurants offer an authentic Madeiran meal without the tourist prices.
Gluten-Free Madeira: Where to Shop, Eat and Find Safe Food on the Island
Gluten free and coming to Madeira? Learn where to shop for your gluten free snacks, including bread and cookies, and which restaurants in Madeira cater to celiacs.
What to do in April in Madeira
The light is better, the days are longer, the flowers look brighter and the calendar is filled with local festivities. Welcome to April in Madeira!
What to do In Madeira without Hiking
When people think of Madeira, they either think it’s “an old people’s holiday” or a place to hike. So, if you don’t like to hike, what’s in it for you? What can you in Madeira without hiking? The answer may surprise you.
How to Book Hikes in Madeira and Pay Trail Fees Using SIMplifica
Here’s how to book and pay for Levada trails in Madeira step by step using SIMplifica.
What to Do in Madeira when your Flight is Cancelled
Flight cancelled in Madeira? Here's what you need to do now and how to make the most of your extra time on the island.
Things to Do In Madeira with Kids
Madeira is actually a great destination for kids. There’s plenty to entertain them, a sense of adventure, the food is good and the island is extremely safe. He
What do to in Madeira in March
There’s less rain than in the previous months, flowers start to pop up by the side of the roads, and the days feel longer and warmer. If you’re coming to Madeira in March, here’s a few activities I recommend.
Madeirans in Hawaii: The Legacy of the Sugar Fields
The fingerprints of Madeirans in Hawaii are everywhere: surnames, traditions that persevered, local food, and, of course, DNA.
10 Tips you MUST know before coming to Madeira
Between microclimates, steep roads, and distances that lie, a little planning goes a long way. Here are 10 practical tips I wish everyone knew before they land, so you spend less time figuring things out and more time enjoying the island.
Is one week in Madeira enough?
A week in Madeira is enough to get a feel for the island and visit different parts of it, but only with the right itinerary.
What to Do in Madeira if You’re Tired of Hiking
Here’s what to do in Madeira when you’re tired of hiking, and still want to enjoy the island without forcing yourself through another levada.
Best Picnic Areas in Madeira
Picnic areas are one of the simplest ways to enjoy nature in Madeira, no matter the time of year. So here are the best places on the island to make one.
What to do in Madeira in February
February is still one of Madeira’s quietest months, at least until Carnival. For most of the month, you can still find good deals for tours and accommodations. Besides, while the weather can be a little unpredictable, it’s still mild compared to most of Europe. So, here’s what to do and what to expect in Madeira in February.
Madeira’s DNA Explained: Iberian Roots, African Lineages, and a Global Diaspora
Madeira’s DNA reflects five centuries of migration, isolation, and the Atlantic slave trade. Learn what “Madeira” means in a DNA test and how Madeirans compare genetically to mainland Portuguese.
shopping in Funchal: Historical Shops and Modern Stores you Can’t miss
These stores are not only interesting because they’re traditional and charming, but also because you may actually find something unique.
Places to Buy or Rent hiking Gear in Madeira
Need waterproof shoes or hiking poles? Here’s where to buy hiking equipment in Madeira.
Hiking in Madeira? Here’s your packing List.
There’s only way to do it: layering. Here’s what you need to pack if you’re hiking in Madeira!