Delicias de Goa (Goan Delights)

sheilaellen

21st May 2009

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Delicious biryani. Also took the waiter's advice and tried the green paste on tiny bits of toast, which turned out to be very moreish.

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Portugal's Colonial Food 1st November 2008

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Partly because it is out of tourist area of Lisbon, it is a typical neighbourhood jem, but it is not too far from the centre and convenient enough from Saldanha metro station for anyone who wants to try Goan cuisine. The food is totally different from more generic 'Indian' restaurants in the central Lisbon. South Indian town of Goa used to be a colony of Portugal and its culinary culture has some influence from Portuguese cuisine, as, for example, Vindalho (this is originally a Goan dish), curry cooked with red wine.

Interior is stylish and comfortable at the same time. The main dishes are around 10 euros (meat cheaper and fish dearer) and expect to pay 15-20 for 2 courses (without alcohol). The choice of wine seemed to be good, although I did not drink.

Menu was Portuguese only, but my Indian waitress spoke good English. Food and service were very good, and I will certainly call again, if I have a chance to go back to Lisbon.