The Portuguese fruits & vegetables are known to be high quality and in some cases unique at their characteristics. Benefiting from Mediterranean clima and soil they are a fundamental part of the Mediterranean diet.
The principal aspects of the Mediterranean diet include proportionally high consumption of olive oil, legumes, unrefined cereals, fruits, and vegetables, moderate to high consumption of fish, moderate consumption of dairy products (mostly as cheese and yogurt), moderate wine consumption, and low consumption of non-fish meat products. There is evidence that the Mediterranean diet lowers the risk of heart disease and early death.
We believe that we must use the best products. That’s why we support organic farming and products. Organic farming in Portugal has steadily increased in the past years. Today, more than 2,000 km2 are managed organically, which testifies to the prevailing dynamics.
The world is more conscious of health and the environment, which explains the rising interest in natural foods and fibres.
From the vast list of products we recommend the following as main heath contributors for rejuvenation and well-being:
Cherries (Cova da Beira's)
Chestnut (Mirandela)
Grapes
Garlic
Olives
Oranges (Algarve)
Pear – (Pêra Rocha),
Tomatoes (Alentejo)
These and others are examples of well-known Portuguese certified products that you can find with us.
