Ingredients: 2 kg (70.55 ounces) flour 750 g (26.46 ounces) sugar 500 g (17.64 ounces) margarine 300 g (10.58 ounces) lard 10 g (0.35 ounces) clove pink 10 g (0.35 ounces) cloves 20 g (0.35 ounces) ground anise 30 g (1.08 ounces) ground cinnamon 10 g (0.35 ounces) ginger 2 tablespoons baking soda 1 […]
Ingredients: 1 kg (35.27 ounces) flour 1 kg (35.27 ounces) sweet potato 25 g (0.88 ounces) baker’s yeast Water, to taste Water, to taste Preparation Boil the potato and mix it with the remaining ingredients. Let it ferment. After mixing, divide the dough into cakes and stretch them out. Leave them […]
Boil the potato and grate it. Afterwards, on a wooden basin, place the flour with a hole in the middle, where you put the baker’s yeast. Add warm water seasoned with salt and the potato. Mix with your fists until the dough is elastic. Afterwards, cover with a towel and leave to rest for about […]
Nossa Senhora da Piedade chapel was built in the XVIII century an presents a Mannerist style. It is characterized by a simple structure, and thus, has no decorative features.
Espírito Santo chapel is located in Lombada, in the civil parish of Ponta do Sol. It was built in the XVIII century by João Esmeraldo, and then rebuilt in the XX century. The chapel is design in a Baroque style. Inside the chapel there are hand-painting tiles in Baroque style and also an image of […]
Ingredients 1.5 kg (52.91 ounces) flour 750 g (26.46 ounces) sugar 500 g (17.64 ounces) margarine 2 dl (0.35 pints) treacle 4 eggs 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon 1 packet baking soda Zest of 1 lemon Preparation Mix the ingredients and leave the dough overnight, or for a few hours.
Santo Amaro chapel was built in the XV century and then, rebuilt in the 1960. This chapel has unique architecture features, worth of visiting.
São Sebastião chapel was edified by the City Council of Ponta do Sol. In the 1970’s, the chapel has been restored several times.
In Fajã do Lugar de Baixo, between the municipalities of Ribeira Brava and Ponta do Sol, there is Zino’s Palace. This Palace was built in the end of the XIX century, for Zino’s family summer vacations. This Palace is also known as “Palacete do Lugar de Baixo”. Over the years, it was the place for […]
Solar dos Esmeraldos is located in Lombada, in the munipilaity of Ponta do Sol. It was build by João Esmeraldo, in 1494. This place was been restaured for several times, in the past few years.
This chapel wwas built in the XVII century. It was then rebuilt in the XIX century. This is a temple with a Mannerist style.
Lamaceiros Access via Estrada Regional 101 (regional road), on the way up towards Santa do Porto Moniz. Turn right about 5 km from the town Opening Hours: From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Services: From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
From this viewing point, visitors can enjoy a beautiful view over Fajã das Achadas da Cruz. The access is done through Caminho dos Pombais.
This magnificent viewing point offer visitors a panoramic view over Porto Moniz village. It is situated in Caminho da Fajã do Barro.
This is the main church in the civil Parish of Ponta do Sol. It was built in the XV century. Outside,there is a small chapel in honor of Nossa Senhora do Patrocínio. In 1708, the fronstpiece of the temple was demolished.
By the City Council Praça Lira Opening Hours: From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Services: From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Levada Nova Waterfall is situated in the municipality of Ponta do Sol, in Sítio da Lombada. This waterfall is one of the most beautiful ones in this municipality. This waterfall is surrounded by luxuriant vegetation, with stunning views. Through this amazing place, you can walk along the Levada Nova until reaching a river with the […]
When you take the road spiralling up towards Santa, enjoy the breathtaking view. You will be able to see the natural pools and Ilhéu Mole islet.
Honey cake is one of the most famous and appreciated sweets in the Archipelago of Madeira. It is also one of the oldest sweets, and dates back to the times when Madeira Island was an important sugar producer. It is made of sugar cane molasses. This cake is a Christmas specialty in the Archipelago of […]
