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Exclusive by TLC, exhibiting at this year’s ILTM Americas, brings the authentic side of Portuguese gastronomy to life. Local ambassadors, passionate in their field of expertise invite the traveller on a personal journey into their homes, studios and workshops to be inspired by their knowledge of the country’s wealth of history, food and wines.
Among these remarkable personalities are José Bento dos Santos - President of International Academy of Gastronomy - who invites guests to his Winery Quinta do Monte d’Orio, producer of the finest Iberian wine. Soak up history at the Dona Maria Estate, named after the love of King John V. Appreciate the remarkable landscapes, interact with the flora and fauna and learn about wine from one of the world’s most charismatic experts from the Quinta de Napoles Wine Estate, in the Douro Valley region.
Historical Jeronimos
Gastronomic landscape
However if cuisine is not what you are after then the ‘The Invincible City’, in Oporto is overflowing with a plethora of traditional Portuguese stores, including authentic bookshop ‘Leollo’ - rumoured to be one of the places which inspired J.K Rowling to write the Harry Potter stories. Indulge in the small antiques boutiques tucked away in the backstreets and own a real piece of history or ride on horseback through an ever changing landscape to unravel the hidden gems that await the discerning traveller.
A land of constant discovery from the voyages of famous explorers to literary, artistic and culinary talents is sure to give the traveller something to take home.
For more information, please see
www.exclusivebytlc.com or visit Exclusive by TLC at ILTM Americas 2012.
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