Batalha, Portugal - Foodie Travel Guide

A small city in central Portugal, Batalha rose to fame when, after a key victory against the Spanish, the newly minted king of Portugal fulfilled a promise to build a magnificent monastery. Though the church was never fulling finished, the ornate Gothic architecture brings visitors to admire this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

But, don't just gawk at the church and drive back to Lisbon. Batalha has a namesake pastry and other delicious food as well as excellent local wine.

Foodie travel writer Brent Petersen shares his favorite things to try in Batalha and where to get them. And, how best to enjoy the huge centerpiece of the town, the Batalha Monastery.