The geographic location of Portugal, a gateway between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, reflects on its cuisine. Fresh fish of all varieties, served grilled, steamed or deep fried, is abundant with olive oil an imperative condiment. The tradition of salt cod, fished off the Norwegian and Icelandic coasts and dried, salted and cured in Portugal, still prevails and it is claimed by all Portuguese that there are “1001 ways to cook cod”.
Seafood is equally plentiful and is usually served cold after boiled, or grilled. Chicken, pork and lamb are the staples of Portuguese cuisine, and pork shows an exciting variety from cured meats to fresh cuts. Beef, and veal in particular, are also very popular and matured meats, cattle aged between 10 and 15 years before slaughtering, are now coming of age.
With a religious background based on recipes created in convents and monasteries, Portuguese desserts are unique and delicious.
Portuguese cheese is traditionally made from sheep or goat’s milk, and cow’s to a lesser extent. Often two or all three types of milk, sometimes unpasteurized, are blended into a single cheese.
Restaurant
Welcome to Lusitania
At Lusitania, we offer a pleasant and cosy atmosphere, with a wide indoor space that extends to a comfortable outdoor terraced Olive Tree Garden.
Starters, Main Courses and Desserts combine perfectly to offer you the best dishes, and the wine selection completes this unique and unquestionable experience.
If you are looking for a special carefree and safety conscious place, Lusitania Restaurant is the ideal choice.
At Lusitania, we tell the long story of Portuguese Cuisine.
353 Wandsworth Rd,
SW8 2JH
United Kingdom
Tel: 020 7787 0600
