Taste Porto Bites and Insights Podcast

Taste Porto Bites and Insights Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to Bites & Insights, a brand-new show from Taste Porto, Porto's longest-running food tour company. Hosted by our very own guide and proud local, Ricardo Leite, this 10-episode series invites you to discover Porto through the eyes (and stories) of those who call it home. 💙
From lifelong locals to expats who fell in love with the city, and Portuguese natives who returned after exploring the world, you'll hear honest, unscripted conversations about food, culture, traditions, and what makes this city truly special.
New episodes drop twice a month, every odd Friday!
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This podcast explores food, culture, and traditions through the stories of locals, expats, and Portuguese natives who have returned home. Topics include culinary journeys, the unique aspects of Porto’s culture, and heartfelt anecdotes, with episodes like Chef Ricardo Dias Ferreira discussing his culinary style influenced by years in Australia.

Welcome to Bites & Insights, a brand-new show from Taste Porto, Porto’s longest-running food tour company. Hosted by our very own guide and proud local, Ricardo Leite, this 10-episode series invites you to discover Porto through the eyes (and stories) of those who call it home. 💙
From lifelong locals to expats who fell in love with the city, and Portuguese natives who returned after exploring the world, you’ll hear honest, unscripted conversations about food, culture, traditions, and what makes this city truly special.
New episodes drop twice a month, every odd Friday!
Episode 8 is here! ✨ This week on the Taste Porto Podcast, we’re joined by Emily Lazration who moved to Porto just five months ago! In this episode, Emily shares:
✈️ How her friends are eager to visit and learn more about Portugal;
🏙️ Her experience adjusting to life in Porto;
🌴 The places she’s visited across Portugal.
Tune in to hear Emily’s fresh perspective on life in Porto and exploring this beautiful country.
The episode is now live on our Youtube channel:
https://youtu.be/l7Wpuu0gpjs
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Let’s Stay Connected:👇🏼
🤳INSTAGRAM: / portofoodtours
💟FACEBOOK: / portofoodtours
🐤X (FORMER TWITTER): /PortoFoodTours
😎 TIKTOK: /@portofoodtours
✍LINKEDIN: / taste-porto
📢WEBSITE: https://tasteporto.com
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Welcome to Bites & Insights, a brand-new show from Taste Porto (aka: Porto’s longest-running food tour company). Tune in as our host, Ricardo, introduces you to Porto, Portugal, through the eyes (and stories) of those who call it home. In this show, Ricardo will feature a variety of guests:
→ Locals who’ve spent a lifetime here;
→ Expats who fell in love with the city and never looked back;
→ Portuguese natives who ventured out to explore the world but chose to return to Porto’s embrace.
What you’ll find here isn’t polished or rehearsed. It’s raw, real, and deeply human. Honest conversations about food, culture, traditions, and the rhythm of life that makes Porto unlike anywhere else.
This is your backstage pass to the city’s essence. And who knows? If you’ve ever dreamed of making Porto home, this might be the nudge you’ve been waiting for.
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Common Questions:
🌏 Who is Taste Porto?
Taste Porto is Porto’s longest-running food tour company and a leader in showcasing the city’s rich history and culture to tens of thousands of guests who visit our wonderful city every year. Over the past decade, we’ve earned a spot on the top travel lists of Lonely Planet, The Guardian, Anthony Bourdain’s Parts Unknown, Rick Steves’ Travel Guide, and many more. Come taste the authentic Porto with us!
❓ Do Taste Porto Food Tours come in other languages?
Yes! Our tours are conducted in English, but we can accommodate Portuguese or Spanish upon request.
🧐 Do we only walk around and sample food?
Absolutely not! Our Food Tours combine architectural commentary, historical facts, local culture and culinary insight into a unique 3.5-hour experience. Imagine walking through Porto eating our local artisans’ most delicious foods while learning the neighborhoods from real locals.
👥 Do you run private tours?
Yes! Contact us, and we’ll be happy to start planning your private tour: [email protected]

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