Almost 500 years ago the Portuguese sailed to the East in search of exotic spices and Goa (on the west coast of India, 400 km south of Bombay) became their main settlement. Here began the spicy Indo-European gastronomic romance ... the fiery food of the region, mellowed to accommodate gentler European palates.

The long period of Portuguese rule, besides that of the Muslim and Hindu kingdoms, has left an indelible influence on the original style of Goan cooking and this has led to an exotic mix of truly tasty and spicy cuisine. Most people, who sample Goan cuisine, enjoy this different and unique style of food which has a distinct and unique combination of spicy flavours.

In a Goan’s daily meal, seafood always has a pride of place is some form or the other. From fried fish to exotic concoctions like ambot-tik, sea food is usually a must on the menu, except for the occasional break for some religious observance.

With a wide variety ranging from prawns to sausages, chicken to beef, and numerous vegetarian dishes, Goan cuisine is able to satisfy even the most finicky gourmet appetites. Goa has some magnificent culinary delicacies like the prawn balchão and sorpotel which have become famous around the world. 

Seafood such as prawns, lobsters, crabs, pomfrets, clams, ladyfish, mussels, and oysters are used to make a variety of curries, fries, soups and pickles. Besides fresh seafood, dried and salted fish dishes are also highly prized by Goans.

So if you are travelling to Goa don't forget to pack a healthy appetite. There are a variety of good restaurants in Goa serving quality food. Please contact your escort or contact our local office and they will be happy to make a booking for you.