Pairing Bacalhau correctly — a note on Vinho Verde

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Bacalhau. I ordered it with Vinho Verde and the briny and savoury elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. bacalhau salt cod in particular became more prominent in a good way.

Portugal developed bacalhau salt cod cookery while exploring the Atlantic and has over 365 recipes for it. The a Lisbon tasca restaurant is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Bacalhau with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.