Madeira FOOD TOUR 2025 in FUNCHAL 🇵🇹 The BEST Steak Sandwich

[@hungrytoexplore]

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[@williamdigiacomo8900]

nice video. keep them coming.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Cheers William, oh there's plenty to come don't you worry.

[@SimplySammyK]

12:20 I would of had to try the fish and the soup together

[@hungrytoexplore]

haha that would have been a good shout. I will try it next time

[@mariliaabreu6261]

Great Madeiran gastronomic tips!!!! Cannot wait for your next videos ! 👏🏼👏🏼 Excellent work Joe!!! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thank you Marilia - a little awkward on the first video but they will get better :)

[@dogguyful]

Mmmmmmmm I'm salivating😋😋 This is a cool travel channel 👌👌👍👍🙏🙏

[@hungrytoexplore]

Haha, thank you! Go to the right places, and the food is great over there!

[@stephaniepayne4599]

Really nice meeting you at the Poncha bar in funchal yesterday Joe, sorry we interrupted your evening. Thanks for all your great videos

[@hungrytoexplore]

It was a pleasure to meet you both too. Thanks for coming over to say hi. You didn’t interrupt, you made me look good 🤣

[@aussiabdelkader2690]

Amazing.I Hope visited Madeira.delicieuce food mmm

[@hungrytoexplore]

I have moved Madeira content to my other channel @thejoeyp you can find more over there

[@kalebsmith2155]

I’m looking at visiting the Azores and your travel blog is the exact type I really enjoy. Thanks!

[@hungrytoexplore]

Awesome! I hope all the content helps you :)

[@ninkaninka8020]

Watching you eating this soup.. Can feel your pleasure🤩

[@hungrytoexplore]

So good! Love that restaurant!

[@gaetanbaras8008]

I love that video. I really want to visit funchal now!

[@hungrytoexplore]

You should, it is a fantastic city!

[@suebowman7258]

Great video. Thank you for sharing. I like that Joe mentioned the prices. I heard Madeira is expensive, I like he shared places that are affordable.

[@eunicemagaia3640]

Amazing just came back 3 days ago from Funchal loved it

[@hungrytoexplore]

Awesome! I hope you enjoyed it and ate some good food.

[@eunicemagaia3640]

@@hungrytoexplore the best food, im portuguese by the way, but i had never been to Madeira.I went to the places you mentioned and more, i stayed at Enotel.I had snacks at "tapas y copas".Had the best lapas at ocean lounge at Porto Moniz. Dined at A vista restaurant, had lunch at "St Antonio Restaurante" at estreito de Câmara for the best skewer in all Madeira.Had dinner at "A Gruta"at the marina. Dined at the Restaurant with the best food ever, with a hell of a chef "Restaurante Lá ao Fundo" For the best biscuits went to "Fábrica de Santo António "

[@fransjoleihitu]

Ah cool!! I need this. Going in a couple of days :)

[@juliebooton1360]

All the food in this video looks amazing! Can't wait to taste test my way around Funchal this August!

[@hungrytoexplore]

You're going to love it. It's such a beautiful island. For me, the best food is outside of Funchal though so make sure you venture out.

[@jhkhenry]

Joe~ Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 After watching your video, I completed a 4-day trip to Funchal, Madeira, and Camino Portuguese. Thanks from Korea 🇰🇷 Henry ~ ☺️

[@hungrytoexplore]

How was it? Merry Christmas to you too :)

[@jhkhenry]

@@hungrytoexplore It was so beautiful and the food was delicious. The airport was so much fun. 😀

[@juliodefreitas157]

Awesome video and thank you for sharing 💛💙👍

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment :) I am glad you enjoyed it.

[@JoelsTastyRide]

Wow, great local knowledge, shows immediately, and I can respect your understanding of Portuguese already. Very important :-) very much appreciate it. You’re editing well already, all of the intro (and transitions) very clean, Joe nice work man!!

[@hungrytoexplore]

Ah thanks man, I appreciate you taking the time to watch and am grateful for your kind words. I look forward to making more, maybe in Thailand one day soon haha.

[@lucindavalente1750]

I loved I'm from Madeira you putting tears in my eyes

[@hungrytoexplore]

Ah I am so happy to hear it. It is an amazing island, I just arrived back here, so will be making for videos shortly,

[@sportsfreundberlin]

Can't believe you're featuring Bela 5 Snack Bar in your video. I love this place, had lunch there so many times.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Ah, I love it there, best fish in Funchal, for me.

[@njpersiancat931]

Finally, a Madeira vlog where distracting loud music isn’t playing the whole time, obrigado! American going to this paradise august 2022, thanks for food tour. Lovely video, I’m a new subbie

[@hungrytoexplore]

Cheers NJ! I think I may have used music in my early videos to cover being uncomfortable with being behind the camera and talking online for the first time. So apologies in advance if you find that. But I am much more comfortable now, its been a fun learning curve. You will LOVE Madeira, it is an amazing place. I am back for a few weeks in June so keep an eye out for more videos. Thanks so much for subscribing and taking the time to comment, I appreciate it.

[@markfairman162]

Great video

[@hungrytoexplore]

thanks Mark

[@stevejackson235]

Well Joe , we’re in Madeira at the moment and we’re going on your recommendation s ! We’re staying by bar no2 so I’ve had a balo de caco Lovely ! Ive been to rei de poncha -I didnt want to leave ! Tomorrow chocolate shop and snack bar Bella 5 Thanks so much for your videos 😊

[@hungrytoexplore]

Awesome, did you enjoy the rest of your trip? Sorry for the slow response, I have been travelling myself.

[@stevejackson235]

@@hungrytoexplore really nice thank you 👍booked already for next year 😊

[@feiliu6750]

Cute and adorable ! Can’t wait to go and visit there

[@hungrytoexplore]

It is certainly beautiful place. Make sure you visit and keep an eye out for more videos from Madeira soon.

[@drewmeldrum9834]

Been to Funchal many times and must agree with you that it is a great place to visit and food excellent. Great video Thanks.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Isn't it? It is such a charming city and the food is so honest and fresh. I am heading back soon and looking forward to making more videos.

[@LanaCarter-z9c]

Just had that sandwich for lunch - delish. Thank you!

[@hungrytoexplore]

awesome! glad to hear it! good little snack lunch isn't it, could do with some fries though haha

[@lizpinto7079]

Wow what a beautiful place!!! Amazing thank you for sharing can’t wait to visit👏🏼👏🏼

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thanks Liz, it is a stunning place to visit and difficult to beat. Great weather, delicious food, kind people and spectacular scenery. I am heading back to Madeira in the next few weeks and will make some more videos on places to eat.

[@aeykotchaphan7601]

Today i subscribed to your channel And this is the first video I'm about to start watching. 😅

[@hungrytoexplore]

Welcome!! You start with my first ever videos haha! You should start with the newer ones, they are much much better haha

[@aeykotchaphan7601]

@@hungrytoexplore haha I will watch all 💪💪

[@ilda]

I love watching u eat my couture food I'm from madeira but I leave in London

[@hungrytoexplore]

thank you :) I moved here now so I will be making plenty more videos soon

[@ilda]

@@hungrytoexplore so u leave in madeira nice u need to go to curral das freiras is my city its very beautiful 😍 and amazing food and mountain ⛰️

[@Sandy-zi5ue]

Thanks for your recommandations . ✌Saw you yesterday at Bela 5. Such an authentic and delicious place 🎉

[@hungrytoexplore]

jaja you should have said hi! I love it there, so kind and so real.

[@cleaningtime8156]

Great video, good editing. I can't wait to visit the chocolate shop next time we are in funchal.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thank you for your kind comments and taking time to watch. Make sure you try the cakes they make too, they are my new addiction.

[@cleaningtime8156]

@@hungrytoexplore thanks for kind reply , i love So much Madeira ❤ i will be there next month for Christmas new years eve event , im looking forward for more of your videos, are you gonna edit more Videos or this is the only one ? I think you have talent for this Amazing Videos i really do belieave you are very good making this videos . Thanks Angelo

[@hungrytoexplore]

@@cleaningtime8156 Ah you are so lucky, have you been for NY before? The fireworks are absolutely spectacular, sadly, I won't be here due to my 90 days running out. I certainly am recording more, I have just got back here for a month so will be filming some more of my favourite places. Make sure you are subscribed to see when they appear soon. It is a great motivation to hear you enjoy the videos, especially when I am just starting and still find it awkward being in front of a camera.

[@cleaningtime8156]

@@hungrytoexplore i will be there for NY eve fireworks 🎆 cant wait , i would love to meet you in Madeira and buy you lunch, but you not there this time as im arriving on 24/12 and back on 07/01/2022 , if you still there let me know would love to meet you and buy you a coffe aswell , i just love ❤ your work you doing in Madeira by promoting this Amazing Island 🏝 you doing a fantastic job thanks and welcome to Madeira i was borne here in Madeira and i love people like you coming to Madeira . Thanks Angelo

[@HoneymoonAlways]

That Prego looked so good!

[@hungrytoexplore]

Oh yeah! Super delicious, most places serve a nice prego but I really like the one at Pub Number 2.

[@HoneymoonAlways]

@@hungrytoexplore We grabbed drinks there but didn't eat. Next time!

[@person9670]

I'm going to Madeira again in July! Can't wait

[@hungrytoexplore]

Ah lucky you! I'm sure you'll have another fantastic time.

[@jannopiano4438]

Live this video, a few familiar places plus a few new ones to try on our next visit, I so need to try thise chocolates. We loved Bar no 2 when we stayed at the Pestana Carlton on our first trip to Maderia, considerably cheaper than the hotel bar , with a great vibe, and as you say the Prego is just delicious . Also check out Bar Caracas in the old town, a fantastic tiny locals bar, we drank lots of Coral Tonica, the dark beer, and were plied with free pork tapas . Can't wait to return.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I haven't been to Bar Caracas, so will check it out. Hopefully you will be back soon.

[@jannopiano4438]

We'll be back in April and staying nearby the black cow so steals will definitely be on the menu

[@juliodefreitas157]

Awesome first video and keep up with your great passion ❤

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thank you :) I am back in Madeira now and have started filming some more videos.

[@FissionChips]

A very enjoyable romp through the eateries of Funchal. Can't wait to return, possibly at Christmas if the Covid-19 restrictions are lifted. You have reminded me that visiting the more rustic places for a snack or meal can quite often be better than the glitzy glass and chrome establishments. Well done Joe . . . .

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thank you for your watching and your kind comment David. I think you are safe to return now. COVID is taken seriously over there and it feels safe. I am heading back in a few weeks so will be sure to make some more videos. I have found my best meals there are in places you would think twice about entering before letting go of your preconceptions. Keep an eye out for some more like that on the channel.

[@EiiNooAom]

their food look really nice especially steak sandwich, it's make me want to try some 🤣

[@hungrytoexplore]

So tasty! There is plenty more to come from Madeira too. It is difficult to go wrong with a steak sandwich.

[@filipefreitas1842]

I am from Madeira they very place you can eat. all of you can visited Madeira you will like very much

[@hungrytoexplore]

100%! There are some great places to eat here. I am back and will be exploring more places soon :)

[@stephenjackson5431]

After watching this I had to try the chocolates, have to say they are some of the nicest I have ever had.

[@hungrytoexplore]

haha I am glad they lived up to expectations. Hope you've had a great stay on the island.

[@marthasundqvist2502]

Very nice video! I just come back from this adorable island Madeira, I have been in some places that yuo recommended it, but not all. For you who are going and visiting Funchal, please avoid Cafe Funcha

[@hungrytoexplore]

thank you Martha, I am very happy to hear you enjoyed the video and the island. thanks for providing further tips for people too :)

[@carinajasmins]

Hello. I'm from Madeira, I'm happy you are enjoying beeing here. If you can go to Castelo dos Hamburgeres, I'm sure you will enjoy.

[@hungrytoexplore]

I love it, you are very lucky to live there! Thanks for the tip, I know where that is, I will certainly check it out.

[@manieelias3317]

So glad that you enjoyed the marvellous food of my place of birth. ❤️

[@hungrytoexplore]

I love the island, not just the food :)

[@gerryclaffey5737]

Great video . Beautiful city

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thanks Gerry, it’s a cracker isn’t it

[@Claireky]

Fantastic vlog. I’ll be heading there soon and will definitely be heading to the places you’ve recommended! 😊

[@hungrytoexplore]

Awesome! I hope you have a wonderful trip.

[@alanandsuegrimshaw4629]

Brilliant video just started to follow you thanks 😊

[@hungrytoexplore]

Very happy you liked and and thanks for subscribing. Hope you'll enjoy the content.

[@nandofigueira2005]

Excellent your work, I subscribed to your channel.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thanks so much! I'm really happy that you enjoyed it. Thanks for subscribing.

[@valbodden2237]

Great video. We have booked our first Madeira trip in December. We will be checking out these eateries. Can’t wait ! 😀

[@hungrytoexplore]

Oh that is awesome, you are going to love it. I hope you have a fantastic trip.

[@tvo2563]

My favourite place in the whole world

[@hungrytoexplore]

I hope you will be able to get back and visit soon :)

[@SimplySammyK]

these places look amazing I know its a year on but were exactly are these? the chocolate place and the place you got the steak sandwhich have different locations, i wanna go to the same ones you did aha I'm visiting next month :)

[@hungrytoexplore]

the map links are in the description :)

[@lorilabrie5818]

What time of year are you visiting? I am going for my first time in early October and am so excited. I will eat where you did! Thanks

[@hungrytoexplore]

I spent the whole of 2020 here and then regularly since at different times. There isn't a bad time to visit. October will be fantastic - don't worry.

[@jusnewquay]

Love the channel. We are visiting Madeira for the first time in September. Do you have any recommendations for breakfast places in Funchal? Thank you.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Awesome! Well, breakfast is a tricky one because it isn't really a big thing there. Most people just have a quick coffee and pastry. So any bakery, including a confeitaria in the video is a good option. But Prima Caju is also nice, it does nice pancakes and muesli bowls. The Loft is another which does similar things. Same with Three House, which does great coffee too and has a wonderful view. Art Corner Cafe may also interest you. But there isn't a 'traditional' Madeiran breakfast as such.

[@jusnewquay]

@@hungrytoexplore That's great, thank you. I appreciate the recommendations.

[@jtax24]

I'm traveling to Funchal in three weeks, appreciate your food tour! I think I'll be trying all of your recommendations, but maybe not all in one day as you did (too many calories for me, lol). Planning on doing a lot of hiking also, to work off all of the good food, and thanks for sharing, good job!

[@hungrytoexplore]

Oh exciting! You are going to have an amazing time. Keep an eye on the vlog, I have more videos recorded at restaurants to release. Check back in just before you go and let me know and I will give you any further recommendations I have but haven't released yet. Hiking is definitely something to do when you are there, the levadas are stunning.

[@FlavioMarceloSousa35]

For meat, try La Vaca Negra (a bit far from the city centre but it's worth it). For unique old fish recipes, Jaquet in Rua de Santa Maria. For picados (Madeiran Tapas), Banana's Pub.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Hey Flavio, I have been to La vaca negra and filmed, you can check through my videos to find it. I have not been to the other recommendations though, I will check them out next time.

[@paulmiraglia1875]

Your video is awesome!! Look forward to many more of your videos! I must say Portuguese pastry comes in as my favorites in the sweets department!

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thanks Paul. I am really glad that you enjoy them. Hopefully more from Madeira in the future too. But right now, the video focus is on Thailand.

[@paulmiraglia1875]

@@hungrytoexplore You are welcome Joe!! Looking forward to all of your videos!!

[@johnbarr7799]

Good vid .

[@serrinaferreira113]

Madeira is a beautiful Gem ❤️

[@hungrytoexplore]

That is certainly true! I cannot wait to get back there.

[@John_McFadden]

Hi Joe. Excellent video. My wife and I will be visiting Madeira in March and will definitely be checking out the places and food you recommended. Really like your presentation style. Very pleasant and easy to listen to. Don't change that. The really disappointing part of the video was at the end when you said this was your first video! We were hoping to hear about what you had for dinner! Looking forward to more videos. Cheers!

[@hungrytoexplore]

John, thank you for your kind comments and sorry for disappointing you with dinner, clearly I cannot eat as much as I used to haha. I am heading back to Madeira soon and will make more videos - so definitely keep an eye out for more.

[@Just_Jelle]

Great video! May I ask what camera you used the film the video? I could FEEL the warmth of the island through the footage. ☺️

[@hungrytoexplore]

Hey - thanks for the kind comments, it is great to read such positive words. It was actually my first test video and I used a GoPro Hero 9. I think it is ok to get a feel for vlogging like this, but you definitely need a more capable camera. I have got myself a Canon M50ii and just arrived back in Madeira, so will be making more videos soon.

[@descentthroughlife8797]

Fly to Madeira, check into apartments and gorge on seafood with coral beer

[@hungrytoexplore]

That’s right there, is the good life

[@lehrgangswerk]

If you go to Blandy's Wine tasting they serve the same chocolates. This combination is perfect AAAA

[@mamba101]

€6 for 10 large handmade chocolates is insane, I’ll be visiting Madeira in a few months, can’t wait!

[@mrzoukdotcomzouklambadaboo8212]

I miss madeira...

[@hungrytoexplore]

Me too

[@dawnbuckman7710]

Great job! What is the name of that first place? I definitely want to hit all of these up when we go to Madeira!

[@hungrytoexplore]

A Confeitaria - all the names and prices are in the description. Sorry for them not being in the video, it was my first one haha.

[@golfaddict9]

It would help some viewers (like myself) get an idea of the cost, if you list the prices for the food you buy. Thanks.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thanks for your comment, and you are totally right. I will be sure to add them in future. I will add the prices to the information section of this video, but going forward, I will add them into the video. I am heading back to Madeira soon, so keep an eye out for more videos.

[@1215cheshire]

In Madeira retracing your food tour. (At least part of it)

[@hungrytoexplore]

Awesome Westley! How is it?

[@1215cheshire]

At Bela 5 the Espada was everything you said it would be. We mentioned you while we were there and they rolled out the red carpet. Coffee and egg at Abrigo Do Poiso thumbs up! Pastries, chocolates and the park all good.

[@hungrytoexplore]

@@1215cheshire haha that’s awesome! I’m really glad you enjoyed it

[@marinaavilan3620]

What is the name of that restaurant and where exactly is

[@hungrytoexplore]

It’s called Snack Bar Bela 5, it’s near the old town. I have a google map link in the description of you want to find exactly where it is.

[@LivingWalks]

Hi Joe, good to chat and walk with you in Funchal, here's the link to it, hope your travels are going well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnbOaZxpgqaYnpY&ab_channel=LivingWalks

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thank you :) It was a pleasure to film with you :)

[@LivingWalks]

@@hungrytoexplore You too mate!

[@MariaSoares-wv4ml]

👍👍👍👌🍁🌻😷

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thanks :)

[@larrymalpaya]

Very nice Thank you....change your camera...everything looked over exposed :)

[@hungrytoexplore]

It was my first ever test video :) try watching my latest ones and see what you think - I think you’ll see a difference in the editing, in me, in the camera etc

[@matthedges6625]

Prices would be useful to know.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Forgive me, it was my first ever video. I added the prices in the description.

[@alfcapelo]

Nice video!

[@hungrytoexplore]

Thanks Alfredo, I am glad you liked it. I am heading back there soon, so I will be sure to make some more of my other favourite places.

[@and2rew]

I would like to take you home to meet my mother. She is 81. Young Man!!!!’ Very good video.

[@hungrytoexplore]

haha - Thank you for you comments and the compliments, I am glad you enjoyed.

[@j.r.fleming764]

Nice work for your first one! I am sure you have figured it out by now, but u should edit yourself, and be more concise! You could easily make it 10 minutes shorter.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Haha it was my first ever one 😝 check out some of my newer stuff and I hope you like it :)

[@j.r.fleming764]

@Joe.Parrilla watching the mountain food episode now! Great video!

[@hungrytoexplore]

@@j.r.fleming764 haha all those videos are so cringy for me! The latest Thailand ones are much better. Although understand they may not be if interest. But I’d never picked up a camera or edited before when I started

[@camcairnduff]

Garlic butter 🤤

[@hungrytoexplore]

a winner on anything haha, especially a steak sandwich.

[@adelaidequintal8589]

Moro no Brasil ,não falo inglês. Nasci aí. Vim criança, gosto dos teus vlogs .Bjs.

[@luisv8431]

You must clean the camera glass, before filming. Except that nice video

[@hungrytoexplore]

Yeah, I was clearly having some issues with that, but I didn't realise until I watched the videos back the next day. Obviously it was too late then, probably my suncream... Thanks for watching :)

[@andreiiasi]

Cheese? Is it the same Cheese and Wine from number 10?🤣🤣🤣

[@hungrytoexplore]

haha, they do not allow minions like me to have such delicacies

[@andreiiasi]

@@hungrytoexplore hahahaha. You and BORIS seam to have the same vocabulary. Is either bring your own booze or cheese and wine. Hahahaha 😂🤣 only jocking of course.

[@MK-cc5ve]

My mouth hasn’t stopped watering. It’s all your fault.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Hahaha you’ll just need to book a trip

[@dom4534]

madeira was discovered at Machico not Funchal

[@hungrytoexplore]

My mistake :)

[@dom4534]

@@hungrytoexplore 👍

[@nigel8499]

Joe quick question that you may not want to answer... I will delete the question later. Did you buy subscribers and views in March 2023 and around November 2022? (socialblade) analytics I know someone who did this and it was easily fixed.

[@hungrytoexplore]

Haha no! I’ve never paid for any subs or views! Everything has been organic. I had the five star chicken video blow up and give me a lot of views which I think damaged the balance of the channel.

[@hungrytoexplore]

the only thing I can see on there is the channel category is wrong... it is down as "people" when everyone else is down as "Travel" despite me categorising every video as travel

[@hungrytoexplore]

the only thing I can think of beyond - "YT hates me" (which isn't very constructive) is that that huge viral five star video messed things up in a big way, but also many other videos which properly took off. essentially with people only interested in that one video. So my core audience is actually very small. so when I post, it recommends it to people who just do not care anymore, stats drop and it doesn't push it out to find a new audience like it should

[@nh8383]

Are masks still a thing in Madeira?

[@hungrytoexplore]

nooooo definitely not! but remember this video was filmed closer to the pandemic

[@lisalisabubblelover4267]

It’s not 2023 if you are wearing mask!

[@hungrytoexplore]

visit these places in 2023 and you will find great food, I promise you :)

[@denispereira4962]

Why do you mash the potatoes. It's supposed to be eaten in pieces. Well cut pieces. But I guess it's OK. Every person likes it different. Enjoy.

[@hungrytoexplore]

haha try it and then come back and tell me how amazing it is!

[@Succuub]

In general Madeira's food is terrible. It looks great but it is completely tasteless.

[@hungrytoexplore]

That is a bold statement, I think like anywhere, you need to go to the right restaurants. But there is certainly good food to be found here.

[@Succuub]

@@hungrytoexplore I am not so sure. I am convinced that local ingredients are of good quality but every time we tried anything in different places of the island it was average to low. Most of the times dissapointing because they use almost no vegetables and spices.

[@hungrytoexplore]

@@Succuub You are right that the local ingredients can be really good quality, especially the fruit, veg and the fish. I agree with you that I would love there to be more exotic spices. It is strange there is not more in the food culture given that Portugal had a big influence on the spice trade. But this culture is not about that, it is about simplicity, and when you have good quality ingredients, it is delicious. I am back on the island and will be making more videos of the places I really like, so maybe keep an eye out and we can compare.

[@tvo2563]

@@Succuub bloody hell, you must be going to all the places I don't go to

[@aurelio6971]

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