Sardines on the tile and potatoes baked in the sand: this is the most flavorful festival in Tocha (and there's only 1 day left)
Notícias de Coimbra27 August 2026 at 06:23
The Grilled Sardine on Tile and Baked Potato in Sand Festival, held in Tocha, Cantanhede, promotes local gastronomy with these two traditional dishes, inviting visitors to discover and taste the region's specialties. The event, which is about to end, stands out as one of the most flavorful gastronomic initiatives in the area.
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