If someone asks you if you’d like a croissant or a macaron, you’re going to know what they’re talking about. At which point you’re then going to want to eat one, obviously. But lately, you’ve probably ...

No visit to Portugal is complete without tucking into at least one pastel de nata. Born in the convent kitchens of Lisbon, this little custard tart has become a national icon. The secret’s in that ...

LISBON — Call me a pastry huntress. Sounds rough, doesn’t it? While I wholeheartedly welcome the task, I do have to be mindful of fakes, inedible mouthfuls, and, of course, copious calories. To manage ...

FALL RIVER, THE PASTEL DE NATA IS THE QUINTESSENTIAL PORTUGUESE TREAT. IT’S AN OUTSIDE PUFF PASTRY SHELL, SO IT SHOULD BE NICE AND CRISPY WHEN YOU TAKE A BITE INTO IT. AND ON THE INSIDE IT’S A VERY ...

When it comes to Portuguese desserts, competition in the SouthCoast is fierce. And pasteis de nata, traditional Portuguese custard cups, are at the top of the list for many local lovers of sweets. So ...