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Jardim Oliveiras (Portugal)

Description: Sitio do Porio Escuro, Monchique, TeL: 8550-351

Newest Review: ... up in this part of the mountain and the gentle rustling sound of the leaves is just as magical as the aroma. Wonderful aromas also emanate from the interior of the white-washed farmhouse. There are two fireplaces with log burning fires. These are necessary in winter as it does get cold and damp in this part of the Algarve. There is nothing nicer than sitting in front of one of these fires ... more

... sipping a glass of medronho and honey - it warms your heart and every limb. The decor of the restaurant is simple - brightly white-washed dining areas with wooden beams, checked curtains and lots of rural bric-a-brac adorning the walls. Waiters are gene...more

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Jardim Oliveiras (Portugal): A Mountain Restaurant surrounded by Olive Trees (1215 words)
by - written on 08/11/09 (Very useful, 98 readings)
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Sundays in the Algarve are always special - it is the time when families get together and drive out to Monchique and Foia to eat in the many restaurants situated on this long road full of hair pin bends. This area of Portugal is what I call my home - it is where I lived for several years and my family still have land and property. Even though I now live a long way from 'home' I still manage every year to go back and visit and will be going very shortly - like in a few days. There are many, many mountain restaurants placed alongside this mountain road but only a handful excel in traditional mountain cooking. Jardim das Oliveiras is one of the exceptional ... Read the complete review