Chef André Magalhães to lead culinary residency in Goa
The Portuguese Consulate, Fundação Oriente and Taj Cidade de Goa have partnered for a four-day event starting on November 4.
The Portuguese Consulate in Goa, Fundação Oriente and Taj Cidade de Goa will host a four-day culinary residency led by chef, researcher and food writer André Magalhães from 4 to 7 November 2026, according to ANI.
The residency begins on 4 November with a masterclass for students of the Goa College of Hospitality and Culinary Education to teach Portuguese techniques and flavour structures.
On 5 November, Chef Magalhães will conduct technical training for culinary enthusiasts. The event includes a wine-pairing gala on 6 November featuring dishes such as Bacalhau à Brás com Pó de Azeitona Preta and Empadinhas de Requeijão com Mesclun de Salsa.
The residency concludes on 7 November with a showcase titled Lisbon Meets Goa, which combines Portuguese methods with local Goan ingredients, including Carne de Porco de Vinha d'Alhos and Pataniscas de Berinjela.
Vivek Batra, General Manager of Taj Cidade de Goa, said the collaboration celebrates the bond between regions and brings shared culinary heritage to life. He added that the resort is committed to preserving this legacy by nurturing young talent.
The initiative aims to provide a cultural exchange through historical research and sustainable knowledge transfer.