# Madeira culinary and cultural celebrations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/madeira-culinary-and-cultural-celebrations
> Updated: 2026-09-08T14:39:44.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

The 22nd Congresso de Cozinha, scheduled for late September in Oeiras, Portugal, has designated Madeira as the Guest Region and Morocco as the Guest Country. Centered on the theme of ‘The Sea’, the event aims to examine the intersection of gastronomy, territory, and sustainability through discussions on marine resource preservation and aquaculture.

In conjunction with broader cultural celebrations, Madeira’s culinary traditions are also being showcased in Lisbon. From September 10 to 20, the Jardim do Arco do Cego will host the ‘Madeira in Lisbon’ festival, featuring regional specialties such as espetada and poncha. This is supplemented by a dedicated gastronomic week at the Meliá Lisboa Oriente, which will offer a menu of Madeiran specialties including black scabbard fish with fried banana.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Madeira gastronomy festivals arrive in Lisbon

Lisbon celebrates Madeiran culture through various gastronomic events in September, including a festival at Jardim do Arco do Cego and a dedicated week at Meliá Lisboa Oriente.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/madeira-gastronomy-festivals-arrive-in-lisbon

### 2026-08-28: Madeira and Morocco named guests for 22nd Congresso de Cozinha

The 22nd Congresso de Cozinha will feature Madeira as the Guest Region and Morocco as the Guest Country, focusing on the theme of “The Sea” and culinary sustainability.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/madeira-and-morocco-named-guests-for-22nd-congresso-de-cozinha

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