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Taste Porto Bites and Insights Podcast

Taste Porto Bites and Insights Podcast

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 Welcome to Bites & Insights, a brand-new show from Taste Porto, Porto's longest-running food tour company. Hosted by our very own guide and proud local, Ricardo Leite, this 10-episode series invites you to discover Porto through the eyes (and stories) of those who call it home. 💙 From lifelong locals to expats who fell in love with the city, and Portuguese natives who returned after exploring the world, you'll hear honest, unscripted conversations about food, culture, traditions, and what makes this city truly special. New episodes drop twice a month, every odd Friday!Taste Porto Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
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  • A Portuguese Introducing His Cuisine in Toronto (ft. Tiago Milheiro)

    A Portuguese Introducing His Cuisine in Toronto (ft. Tiago Milheiro)
    Jun 27 2025
    The Final Episode is Here! On the Taste Porto Podcast, we’re closing this season with Tiago, a Portuguese chef who spent 9 years in Toronto before recently returning to Porto. 🍴🌍 In this episode, Tiago shares: 🇨🇦 What life and work were like in Canada;🍷 How he introduced Portuguese cuisine to the Toronto food scene;✈️ Why Canadians are falling in love with Portugal as a travel destination;🏙️ How Porto changed over the last 9 years. The episode is now live on our Youtube channel: https://youtu.be/aKhMn7XjKys ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Let's Stay Connected:👇🏼 🤳INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / portofoodtours ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💟FACEBOOK: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / portofoodtours ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🐤X (FORMER TWITTER): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/PortoFoodTours⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 😎 TIKTOK: /@portofoodtours ✍LINKEDIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / taste-porto ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📢WEBSITE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tasteporto.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Welcome to Bites & Insights, a brand-new show from Taste Porto (aka: Porto's longest-running food tour company). Tune in as our host, Ricardo, introduces you to Porto, Portugal, through the eyes (and stories) of those who call it home. In this show, Ricardo will feature a variety of guests: → Locals who’ve spent a lifetime here; → Expats who fell in love with the city and never looked back; → Portuguese natives who ventured out to explore the world but chose to return to Porto’s embrace. What you’ll find here isn’t polished or rehearsed. It’s raw, real, and deeply human. Honest conversations about food, culture, traditions, and the rhythm of life that makes Porto unlike anywhere else. This is your backstage pass to the city’s essence. And who knows? If you’ve ever dreamed of making Porto home, this might be the nudge you’ve been waiting for. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Common Questions: 🌏 Who is Taste Porto? Taste Porto is Porto's longest-running food tour company and a leader in showcasing the city's rich history and culture to tens of thousands of guests who visit our wonderful city every year. Over the past decade, we've earned a spot on the top travel lists of Lonely Planet, The Guardian, Anthony Bourdain’s Parts Unknown, Rick Steves' Travel Guide, and many more. Come taste the authentic Porto with us! ❓ Do Taste Porto Food Tours come in other languages? Yes! Our tours are conducted in English, but we can accommodate Portuguese or Spanish upon request. 🧐 Do we only walk around and sample food? Absolutely not! Our Food Tours combine architectural commentary, historical facts, local culture and culinary insight into a unique 3.5-hour experience. Imagine walking through Porto eating our local artisans' most delicious foods while learning the neighborhoods from real locals. 👥 Do you run private tours? Yes! Contact us, and we'll be happy to start planning your private tour: info@tasteporto.com
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    38 mins
  • What it was like growing up in Porto during the '90s (ft Bernardo Thierstein)

    What it was like growing up in Porto during the '90s (ft Bernardo Thierstein)
    Jun 13 2025
    Episode 9 is here! This week on the Taste Porto Podcast, we’re joined by Bernardo, a Porto native with a fascinating journey across the globe. In this episode, Bernardo shares: ⚖️ How he studied law but found his true calling in hospitality;🏙️ What it was like growing up in Porto during the 90s;✈️ His travels around the world and the experiences that shaped him. The episode is now live on our Youtube channel: https://youtu.be/nA0b1Yq2Ybw ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Let's Stay Connected:👇🏼 🤳INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / portofoodtours ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💟FACEBOOK: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / portofoodtours ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🐤X (FORMER TWITTER): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/PortoFoodTours⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 😎 TIKTOK: /@portofoodtours ✍LINKEDIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / taste-porto ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📢WEBSITE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tasteporto.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Welcome to Bites & Insights, a brand-new show from Taste Porto (aka: Porto's longest-running food tour company). Tune in as our host, Ricardo, introduces you to Porto, Portugal, through the eyes (and stories) of those who call it home. In this show, Ricardo will feature a variety of guests: → Locals who’ve spent a lifetime here; → Expats who fell in love with the city and never looked back; → Portuguese natives who ventured out to explore the world but chose to return to Porto’s embrace. What you’ll find here isn’t polished or rehearsed. It’s raw, real, and deeply human. Honest conversations about food, culture, traditions, and the rhythm of life that makes Porto unlike anywhere else. This is your backstage pass to the city’s essence. And who knows? If you’ve ever dreamed of making Porto home, this might be the nudge you’ve been waiting for. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Common Questions: 🌏 Who is Taste Porto? Taste Porto is Porto's longest-running food tour company and a leader in showcasing the city's rich history and culture to tens of thousands of guests who visit our wonderful city every year. Over the past decade, we've earned a spot on the top travel lists of Lonely Planet, The Guardian, Anthony Bourdain’s Parts Unknown, Rick Steves' Travel Guide, and many more. Come taste the authentic Porto with us! ❓ Do Taste Porto Food Tours come in other languages? Yes! Our tours are conducted in English, but we can accommodate Portuguese or Spanish upon request. 🧐 Do we only walk around and sample food? Absolutely not! Our Food Tours combine architectural commentary, historical facts, local culture and culinary insight into a unique 3.5-hour experience. Imagine walking through Porto eating our local artisans' most delicious foods while learning the neighborhoods from real locals. 👥 Do you run private tours? Yes! Contact us, and we'll be happy to start planning your private tour: info@tasteporto.com
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    46 mins
  • How has been adjusting to life in Porto (ft Emily Lazration)

    How has been adjusting to life in Porto (ft Emily Lazration)
    May 23 2025
    Episode 8 is here! ✨ This week on the Taste Porto Podcast, we’re joined by Emily Lazration who moved to Porto just five months ago! In this episode, Emily shares: ✈️ How her friends are eager to visit and learn more about Portugal;🏙️ Her experience adjusting to life in Porto;🌴 The places she’s visited across Portugal. Tune in to hear Emily’s fresh perspective on life in Porto and exploring this beautiful country. The episode is now live on our Youtube channel: https://youtu.be/l7Wpuu0gpjs ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Let's Stay Connected:👇🏼 🤳INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / portofoodtours ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💟FACEBOOK: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / portofoodtours ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🐤X (FORMER TWITTER): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/PortoFoodTours⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 😎 TIKTOK: /@portofoodtours ✍LINKEDIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / taste-porto ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📢WEBSITE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tasteporto.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Welcome to Bites & Insights, a brand-new show from Taste Porto (aka: Porto's longest-running food tour company). Tune in as our host, Ricardo, introduces you to Porto, Portugal, through the eyes (and stories) of those who call it home. In this show, Ricardo will feature a variety of guests: → Locals who’ve spent a lifetime here; → Expats who fell in love with the city and never looked back; → Portuguese natives who ventured out to explore the world but chose to return to Porto’s embrace. What you’ll find here isn’t polished or rehearsed. It’s raw, real, and deeply human. Honest conversations about food, culture, traditions, and the rhythm of life that makes Porto unlike anywhere else. This is your backstage pass to the city’s essence. And who knows? If you’ve ever dreamed of making Porto home, this might be the nudge you’ve been waiting for. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Common Questions: 🌏 Who is Taste Porto? Taste Porto is Porto's longest-running food tour company and a leader in showcasing the city's rich history and culture to tens of thousands of guests who visit our wonderful city every year. Over the past decade, we've earned a spot on the top travel lists of Lonely Planet, The Guardian, Anthony Bourdain’s Parts Unknown, Rick Steves' Travel Guide, and many more. Come taste the authentic Porto with us! ❓ Do Taste Porto Food Tours come in other languages? Yes! Our tours are conducted in English, but we can accommodate Portuguese or Spanish upon request. 🧐 Do we only walk around and sample food? Absolutely not! Our Food Tours combine architectural commentary, historical facts, local culture and culinary insight into a unique 3.5-hour experience. Imagine walking through Porto eating our local artisans' most delicious foods while learning the neighborhoods from real locals. 👥 Do you run private tours? Yes! Contact us, and we'll be happy to start planning your private tour: info@tasteporto.com
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    45 mins
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