Inside Portugal’s rich culinary legacy

Robin Roberts sees how one of Portugal’s most popular pastries, the pastel de nata, is made using a centuries-old recipe.
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[@johnlopez3996]

Bring out the bacalhau and caldo verde! I remember visiting Portugal twice and eu tenho saudades.

[@nelsongoncalves5379]

Me too twice I love Portuguese food I’m from Cape Verde island

[@miguel2946]

​@@nelsongoncalves5379saudades de comer uma boa katxupa... Nha dama é di CV 😊❤

[@TheTequilamonster74]

We were at the Pena Palace when they filmed this segment. It was a nice treat to see Robin. Portugal has been amazing and I highly recommend

[@filipesilva1395]

Portugal history and gastromony are very rich and unique in the world.

[@user-yn1xs8qw6z]

So proud to be Portuguese 🇵🇹❤️

[@Alfablue227]

Thanks GMA for showcasing our beautiful little country. Hope you had a blast!❤

[@twotoesloth1]

A shame that GMA forgot to include the Fado. I am from Brazil, living in Florida, first discovered Portugal in 2016. Since then visited at least twice a year, always renting a car, to reach those little villages and towns, like Vila de Geres, Manteigas, Serra da Estrela, and Tomar, and crossing to Spain to visit Santiago. The next trip is on December 13, to see Mariza's concert at the Super Bock Arena, in Porto. Can't wait to see Mariza again. First saw her in Miami in 2021 and then in a Monastery in Braga in 2022. And I always stay in Matosinhos, a jewel of a place.

[@Conservativelady]

My family and I go to Portugal every year and we love it. I definitely recommend it

[@hollinstafford8327]

We live down on the coast below the Pena Palace. Moved here in 2016 and love it!

[@DMJ-01]

I had a summer apartment in Cascais. Josh, it is such a beautiful area.

[@ELizabeth_Beeza]

How's the Government? Healthcare? And Banking SYSTEM? Panama, Costa Rica and Mexico SYSTEM is good. I hope Portugal will get rid of United Nations that's messing up the World. Poland is keeping their land safe. Awesome.

[@christinecleavest9099]

One of my favorite vacation destinations; I am so lucky to live next door in Spain. I have always said ,that I have a love affair with Portugal but please don´ t tell Spain. 😂

[@mariliaamaral4921]

You are lovely

[@Janjust1617]

Portugal 🇵🇹 is exquisite. I was blessed to have been there for my birthday 🎂. Absolutely stunning. Super clean, delicious food, magnificent beauty. Yes, 👍🏻 truly the pastry 🥐 is made of love 💕.

[@kns9924]

100's of years of culinary and culture AHAHA, im glad u had a taste of our Life!

[@Elopes85]

Viva Portugal 🇵🇹

[@susanabrown1736]

Viva!

[@maryhurst4663]

Was there last October. Loved every minute of it.

[@sweetypatnett6123]

I would love to visit Portugal. Robin seems to be having a great time. Love you!❤

[@sarahdeshay1394]

We return to portugal in only 39 days for our second trip this year, 86 days!

[@mariliaamaral4921]

Thanks l hope you have a nice time

[@nelsongoncalves5379]

Wow bravo 👏👏👏

[@levyaragones6082]

Welcome to 🇵🇹

[@Mandyandfamily]

Thanks so much @ Good Morning America for helping us see Portugal from this beautiful perspective. 🙏❤

[@c.g.8724]

We moved here in 2021. Lived in Porto for 9 months, Sintra where the Pena Palace is for 9 months and currently live a 5min train ride from the beautiful town of Sintra. I love being so close to such a beautiful town.

[@maryhurst4663]

Lucky you!

[@byfilipa9549]

You should add Portugal to your travel bucket list because it offers stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. However, it's important to travel responsibly. The recent influx of tourists, especially Americans, has led to a rise in housing prices and living costs, making it difficult for locals to afford their own cities. By visiting respectfully and supporting local businesses, you can enjoy Portugal's beauty while helping to preserve its charm and accessibility for residents.

[@bearchow1723]

That is the job of local, regional, and even national government agencies. Tourists shouldn’t be blamed for elements that could use adjustment. Not to say that the government should be blamed either. They probably didn’t expect this growth in interest. In any case, they have the opportunity now to address it.

[@byfilipa9549]

@@bearchow1723 I understand your point, and you're right. It's primarily the responsibility of local, regional, and national governments to manage the impact of increased tourism. Tourists aren't to blame for these challenges, and it's likely that the government didn't anticipate this surge in interest. Now, they have an opportunity to implement measures to address these issues and ensure that the benefits of tourism are balanced with the needs of local residents.

[@ELizabeth_Beeza]

Don't forget! Acores islands and Madeira Island is beautiful too. I want to visit Brazil as well

[@filipeventura2729]

Thank you for being conscious.

[@filipeventura2729]

@@bearchow1723 This is not true. The consumer drives the market.

[@cintiamonteiro5287]

The main dishes are even better!

[@JosephSciegns]

It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog. Mark Twain

[@shyper_]

Our culinary is truely a hidden gem, most underrated culinary in the world imo

[@JohnAranita]

Portugal. The Man

[@diogorodrigues747]

Those are Alaskans that named in that way even before they came to visit Portugal.

[@Alfablue227]

​@@diogorodrigues747 They had the brilliant idea of naming themselves after Portugal.

[@sandrabarnett1499]

If you go to Portugal you get to try pasteis de belen

[@dibdab83]

Its so secure...beautiful and the food is.amazing. best place

[@marioneto9642]

Portugal is not just Ronaldo. The people, the weather, the landscape and the food are the calling card of this beautiful country!

[@ELizabeth_Beeza]

Cristiano Ronaldo is from Maderia island. Viva a Maderia beautiful island. Gotta visit too. And Acores 9 islands beautiful ❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉

[@johnmarks4944]

Thank you for showcasing some of the great things in my country ❤🇵🇹

[@tiagopinto365]

you look great Robin hope you enjoyed our little garden by the sea

[@cocoaorange1]

I want to try the egg tarts. I did not know Portugal was known for cork and olive oil.

[@maryhurst4663]

I was there last October with a tour group. We visited a cork factory….it was fascinating.

[@RuiBarreiras]

Olive oil is getting expensier.. we already call it the green gold. Spain, Italy and Greece, also have great olive oil, but with regards to cork, Portugal is the number 1

[@ruisilva2181]

Fantastic, as if the country wasn't already bursting with tourism.... Looks like decatholon is going to break yet another record for tent sales to the Portuguese

[@ritaamor283]

I know. 😓

[@tonyagoncalves7181]

Porto a must! And Porto 🍷

[@graceclermont2592]

Yes my little country is gorgeous 🎉🎉❤❤

[@levyaragones6082]

Não é assim tão pequeno comparado com muitos outros países europeus.

[@MrRugbyprop1]

Pena Palace in Sintra is nice to look at and photograph from the outside but not worth waiting in line to see it inside. Quinta de Regaleira is amazing and there's so much more to see in Sintra. O pais de meus avos e lindo!

[@lucasribeiro7534]

I remember the good old days when it was cheap to visit the Pena palace and there weren't endless queues of tourists waiting to get in... (that was just about 15 years ago, when I first went there 😂). But yea. There's lots to see: Castelo dos Mouros, Quinta da Regaleira, Convento dos Capuchos... Nowadays, my favourite place to go near Lisbon is Setúbal and the Serra da Arrábida. In comparison to Sintra, it's a hidden gem, off the beaten track for foreign tourists (let's keep it that way, this is our secret XD).

[@brunodinora9283]

Pastel de Belém is different than Pastel de Nata!!! One has milk and eggs, the other is just eggs

[@jorgeeduardo2195]

Wellcome to Portugal. 🇵🇹 🇺🇸

[@user-bp5xq5eu2y]

O Portugal é lindo.... Tenho orgulho de falar português também Aqui no Brasil

[@evan.iraheta]

I love Portugal 🇵🇹

[@olisipocity]

I really don't know why foreigners get surprised with anything related to food in Portugal. Our culinary is one (if not the best) of the best in the world, either in variety and quality. I like all sorts of geographic food styles, but in terms of variety, while those seem like an ensemble with a certain style, Portuguese cuisine is a medley performed by an orchestra.

[@elpesao628]

I was Pena Palace when they filmed this segment! The crew back at studio can be a little more enthused but I kinda understand. They weren’t in Portugal and can’t fully appreciate what they have in front of them!

[@tomatomi8041]

Thank you dear tourist for making things more expensive for us common folks in Portugal.

[@ELizabeth_Beeza]

UNITED NATIONS IS THE PROBLEM ITS GOTTA GO. IMMIGRATES TO THE ACORES ISLANDS MADEIRA ISLAND THEY LOVE THE IMMIGRATES TOURISTS THERE THEY ARE ALL HAPPY ❤❤❤😊😊😊 ITS BULLSHIT GOVERNMENTS WORLD WIDE. NOT TOURISTS TOURISTS BRING IN MONEY HELP ECONOMY helps REVENUE

[@DiogoSilva-cj9kl]

You all should visit Portugal at least once in your life. Visit Portugal and Porto 🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹

[@ELizabeth_Beeza]

I invite to visit Acores 9 islands and Maderia too and Brazil . Places wanna visit. Want take Caribbean Cruise. So many beautiful places WORLD Wide. Blessings! 🍷🍷

[@DiogoSilva-cj9kl]

@@ELizabeth_Beeza blessings. 🍷

[@module79l28]

1:04 - Wrong, that's the birth place of the Pastel de Belém, the Pastel de Nata was created elsewhere and it's a different pastry. "But they look the same", you might say. Yes they do, however the Pastel de Belém has a secret recipe, so the Pastel de Nata can never be a replica.

[@metalheart2123]

That pastry looks amazing! FYI GMA team, Robin sounds muffled in her voice over.

[@JenShea]

Unless you have a life-threatening allergy to eggs, you cannot leave Portugal with trying at least one Pastel de Nata. Pasteis de Nata (plural). Don't wait until you are leaving though... you will very much regret it!

[@cristinadias5145]

Bless you !!!

[@salviaikukt2659]

I was there last year in that same castle and that same pastry shop 😊

[@Passion84GodAlways]

I look forward to visiting Portugal one day! 😀

[@MGBranco]

Love my Country! Best in Europe no doubt about it! But the biggest secret of Portugal is the interior of it! Go go go!

[@nelsonsoares2975]

Portugal in my opinion all things considered starting first with its very important contribution to global human evolution history & not just in the age of discovery I'm speaking of , culinary - cuisine , people, arts - music , 4th most spoken language on the planet , safe - clean , its unique very old blood line... on & on & on... Portugal & its people surely deserve much more respect & acknowledgment then it has been getting over many years now , many people especially here in North America don't even know how great of a country - culture it is, including some Portuguese themselves , sad but true ... Hollywood has been glorifying other countries with less of an impressive history for years now while ignoring Portugal's ,, shame on you Hollywood .

[@opaitaon5230]

Portugal is the best country to visit, more Americans need to visit it!!!!!

[@ELizabeth_Beeza]

Acores 9 islands and Maderia island is beautiful as well. So many beautiful places WORLD wide that's Amazing. Viva Europe Viva🎉❤🎉❤🎉

[@luisdasilva4117]

I’m not saying this because I’m Portuguese, but bloody hell , we do cook extremely good food and produce great wine 🍷, the 2 best things in life 😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@miguelmeireles1951]

Best country in the world 🇵🇹

[@torui6316]

Why is George santos with a pastry in his hands?

[@daphnerodriguez9980]

THANKS YOU GOODNESS 🌟, DAPHNE COTTON ALWAYS 💜, AWESOME

[@cristinasz7820]

In 1834, religious orders were extinguished due to the implementation of a liberal constitutional monarchy that defended the separation between religion and the State. Friars and monks from regular orders were expelled from monasteries and their goods sold. Female convents alienated after the death of the last nun. Conventual and monastery recipes were published. The sweets were made in accordance with the liturgical calendar and with small regional variations. One of the recipes that came out into the secular world were the Belém pastries. If you want to know the secret, just look for the "santa clara pastries" and you'll find the secret ingredient 😁

[@levyaragones6082]

Muito interessante a história. Obrigado.

[@josevictorino7338]

That’s awesome❤❤

[@theprincessofthedarkside]

🇵🇹❤️

[@VMDJV]

Pastries are called Pastel De Nata

[@fatimasequeira476]

❤️🇵🇹

[@ELizabeth_Beeza]

I recommend also👍🏻 visit Acores 9 Islands and Maderia island 👍🏻🍷🍷🇵🇹🇵🇹🫶❤️🫶🇧🇷🇧🇷 visit Brazil too I hope to visit the rest of the Acores islands and Maderia island and Brazil Cheers to Travelers 🍷🍷 so many beautiful places in the World ❤️🫶❤️🍷🍷👍🏻✨️👍🏻✨️👍🏻✨️

[@DanteBMPT]

1:02 *"Like here at the birthplace of pastel de bahra." How do you go from Pastel de Belém to Bahra?* 😂

[@watchcollector873]

PORTUGAL

[@KimChaYang]

Hey everyone, how's it going?

[@LadyMaglina]

Not bad, just trying to figure out some investment options.

[@user-Michael_JAcKsOn.]

Portugal isn't a small country

[@surpriseblueviana3803]

Please remove this video!!..Our little country cant have more people to enjoy our Beautiful Land!!!

[@JAMESFERNANDEZ]

Glad to see this but at the same time not looking for more publicity and tourists. Portugal has enough already.

[@DRBS009]

Portugal caralho!

[@wuportugal2918]

welcome to a classic place be gentile and its PÀS TÈL DE NATA try now better? nice 7

[@luisfilipe534]

To much americans here already...

[@ronniefurbs]

Where the wildlife?

[@dagerman7032]

Portugal's wildlife includes wolves, foxes, lynxes, rabbits, wild boar, trout and sardines, flies, ants and worms. And, of course, all kinds of birds. No bears though, we ate the last of them in the 19th century.

[@ritaamor283]

Endangered to be honest, partly because of how agriculture is runned here and terrible green washing by the past governments, one of our last prime ministers, Socrates made so many “deals” that were environmental crimes, and also due to touristic development, we don’t need more tourists, it doesn’t pay off in the end, for example there is a big part of our public national coast in Alentejo that is being completely destroyed, it’s irreversible and irreplaceable, near Grandola, I believe that actor Clooney is one of the investors, the dunes ares being destroyed, there is a process running in court but the corruption that outside money brings is just TOO MUCH. And most Portuguese people can’t afford rents anymore due to tourism.

[@ruinunes7365]

Para encontrar a vida selvagem, basta observar os turistas.

[@lucasribeiro7534]

​@@dagerman7032 Bears have been spotted in the north recently. It seems they're making a stealthy comeback. Beware of bears on your next trip to Gerês 🤣

[@lucasribeiro7534]

I recommend a visit to the Centro de Recuperação do Lobo Ibérico, a sanctuary for the endangered Iberian wolf.

[@kapirazeus3463]

Po crh😂

[@user-tz8uv6pi5t]

Ummm..no I live here… not the food at all. I'm coming from Texas and Louisiana. Trust me no. There is no pastry just bread.

[@CastelRey]

"Pastel de Nada", very nihilist

[@joseluis-yf5kf]

portugal is a shame!!!!!!

[@levyaragones6082]

Why?

[@joseluis-yf5kf]

as a black portuguese i know most part of people here dont gona take those news so serious once the presenter is a black woman , i know what im saying. and do a search about the behaviour here against imigrants its a shame, do a doc about that

[@desertbluesplaylist7550]

Ummm no it’s not. Boring as hell. Italy, France, Spain, Greece are leagues ahead re flavour and cuisine. Most restaurants serve dull cod with boiled veg. The pastel de nata is the only highlight in a very unappealing “cuisine”. Portugal is so hyped right now. What Portugal DOES have is very reasonably priced decent wine. So it’s heaven for wine lovers!

[@cmarq817]

What restaurants did you visit? 😮

[@dagerman7032]

Boring? You talk like someone who went to a Lisbon terrace-for-dumb-tourists, ordered the dish of the day, and thinks they've gotten to know Portuguese cuisine. In fact, portuguese cuisine is much richer and complex than Greek or Spanish cuisines: all kinds of fish, all kinds of meat, all kind of vegetables and spices, all kinds of cooking methods. You have no idea.

[@paulat6389]

I agree, no idea . Portugal is as rich in culture and gastronomy as any of the European countries and the people are kind and welcoming, not arrogant like in some of those other places.

[@bladehea]

The best country in the world and u talking like that?

[@cmarq817]

@@dagerman7032 fully agree. And the recipes are completely different from town to town. You will have to visit the interior and get away from Lisbon. It’s mostly a poor msn’a cuisine which focuses on the freshness of the ingredients and creative technics.

[@TheRasta4ri]

One of two dizzyknee too they'd can call living treasures her & giant football legend

[@tausifnazim5048]

CR7❤❤❤

[@AlexisFaria]

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