Madeira has reaffirmed its status as one of Europe's most exciting food destinations at the second Michelin Guide Portugal gala, held on February 25th. Three restaurants retained their esteemed Michelin status, while five new establishments joined the prestigious Michelin Guide.

The region's three Michelin-starred restaurants successfully maintained their prestigious distinctions: Il Gallo d'Oro (at The Cliff Bay hotel) continues to hold its two Michelin stars, alongside Desarma (at The Views Baía hotel) and William (at Reid's Palace), both of which reaffirmed their one-star status. Additionally, there were double celebrations at William, with chef José Diogo Costa receiving the 'Young Chef of the Year' special award, further highlighting Madeira's culinary excellence.

In addition to the stars, five new restaurants have been added to the prestigious Michelin Guide: Ákua, Audax, Avista Asia, Gazebo and Oxalis, joining Madeira's growing roster of Michelin-recommended establishments. These new entries now stand alongside existing recommendations, including Avista, Casal da Penha, Vila do Peixe, Horta, Villa Cipriani and Armazém do Sal.

As Madeira's culinary scene continues to grow and thrive, these Michelin accolades highlight the exceptional talent and creativity of its chefs and restaurateurs. With a rich gastronomic heritage and a forward-thinking approach to cuisine, Madeira has firmly established itself as a must-visit destination for those in search of extraordinary dining experiences.

For more information about food and wine experiences in Madeira, visit

https://visitmadeira.com/en/what-to-do/food-and-wine-enthusiasts/

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About Madeira. Belongs to all

• Madeira. Belongs to all is the consumer-facing brand of the Madeira Promotion Bureau, which aims to promote Madeira as a tourist destination to consumers and the travel trade.
• Madeira, otherwise known as 'the islands of eternal spring', is just a short, three-and-a-half-hour flight from London. It covers 740km2 and has a population of only 260,000. On the same latitude as Morocco, the Atlantic archipelago has a sub-tropical climate, a rich volcanic soil and a unique eco-system. It is one of the only places in the planet where banana trees grow next to vineyards.
• Located approximately 1,000km from the European mainland – and just 500km from the African continent – Madeira enjoys an amazingly mild climate, ranging from 25°c in the summer to 17°c in the winter, with very mild average temperatures and moderate humidity.
• In 1999, Madeira's indigenous forest, the Laurissilva, was declared a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site. The Madeira Natural Park is a protected area that covers around two-thirds of Madeira Island's territory, equivalent to 67% of its surface.

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