January 2020 – Ourinhe

Traditional New Year’s meat pie

09/01/202009/01/2020 by Ourinhe

The traditional New Year’s pie is the symbol of the New Year table. According to the Orthodox Christian tradition, the custom of the coin placed by the housewives in the pie comes from Caesarea, the birthplace of St. Basil, where he was bishop. The custom of Basil pie can also be related to the festive … Read moreTraditional New Year’s meat pie

Bolo Rei (King’s Bread)

06/01/202006/01/2020 by EPPico

Bolo Rei is a typical Portuguese bread which is eaten traditionally between Christmas, New Year’s Day and even until the Epiphany (The Three Kings’ Day, which is the 6th of January). Its name alludes to the Three Wise Men who visited new born Jesus and brought him gifts. The bread has a round shape with … Read moreBolo Rei (King’s Bread)