Join Brent in Tomar, Portugal for an unforgettable adventure blending food, history, and culture. This food crawl takes you from a traditional Portuguese tasca to an unexpected stop for modern Indian cuisine—plus firewater in your coffee and a standout vegetarian meal you won’t forget.
Beyond the food, Brent explores a massive local market before stepping back in time at the legendary castle and convent built by the Knights Templar. From bold flavors to medieval mysteries, this episode has it all.
🍽️ Traditional & modern eats
☕ Unique local coffee experience
🏰 Knights Templar history & architecture
🛍️ Bustling Portuguese market vibes
Brent Petersen is the Editor-in-Chief of Destination Eat Drink. He currently resides in Setubal, Portugal. Brent has written the novel “Truffle Hunt” (Eckhartz Press) and the short story collection “That Bird.” He’s also written dozens of foodie travel guides on Destination Eat Drink. Brent’s podcast, also called Destination Eat Drink, is available on all major podcasting platforms.
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