From September 4th to 7th, Tavira turns again to the heart of the Mediterranean diet, an event that promises to delight all the senses by the Gilão River. Organized by the municipality, this fair consecrated to the Mediterranean lifestyle – UNESCO Intangible Heritage since 2013 – brings together tradition, gastronomy and community experience in a program designed for all ages.
A legacy that goes beyond the table
More than a diet, the Mediterranean diet represents in Tavira a sustainable way of life, based on seasonality, social life and respect for nature.
“It is a model aligned with the objectives of sustainable development,” says the municipality, highlighting values such as the intergenerational transmission of knowledge and the traditional production methods that characterize this cultural heritage.
150 exhibitors and seven animation stages
The event has:
– 150 craft stalls and regional products
– 50 institutional stands
– Culinary demonstrations by Algarve Hospitality Schools
– Workshops, guided tours and physical activities
– The traditional march of the Mediterranean diet
The music will echo for seven emblematic places, from Praça da República to Castelo, with performances by Xutos & Pontapés, António Zambujo and Cuca Roseta accompanied by the Algarve Orchestra, as well as representatives of Morocco, Italy, Greece and Spain.
Experiences for the whole family
The program includes:
• Children’s space with puppets and storytellers
• Praça da Vivility with Portuguese, Italian and Moroccan cuisine
• Special menus in 13 local restaurants
• Intangible heritage exhibitions such as the Alentejo Singing and the Code of Podence
Editorial launches featured for the presentation of:
– “Carlos Paredes – the guitar of a people”, with concert by Luísa Amaro
– New edition of “Mediterranean Diet: A millennial heritage for humanity”
With free admission, Tavira prepares for four days of Mediterranean celebration, where history, flavors and tradition are on the rio.
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