Sitting by the window at Quinta de la Rosa's Cozinha da Clara Restaurante, we are about to discover one of the best dining spots in the Douro Valley. Quinta de la Rosa, with around 1,400 acres, is one of Douro's most famous estates with great views and river-facing location. Let's take a peek at our culinary outing to Quinta de la Rosa.
River Views: Cozinha da Clara Restaurante, Douro Valley © Spaswinefood
Culinary Explorations at Cozinha da Clara Restaurante
For sure our drives through the Douro Valley included a few culinary explorations along the way. One of the highlights of our culinary outings took us to Cozinha da Clara Restaurante, Quinta de la Rosa. Given it is located on the scenic Douro River it offers breathtaking views of the river and the surrounding hills. It provides an idyllic backdrop for dining.
Our Douro Valley travels took us to Cozinha da Clara Restaurante at Quinta de la Rosa. This quinta is one of the Douro's most famous estates. In fact it has an amazing restaurant, located right on the Douro River with fabulous views.
Cozinha da Clara Restaurante, Douro Valley © Spaswinefood
We found parking was a bit difficult to find there however, we managed to secure a spot nearby. For those without a car you can stroll along the river from the village of Pinhão. It is about a 15-20 minute walk.
We were most fortunately it was late May. Not only were we lucky, to get a table but, we got one overlooking the river.
By the River, Cozinha da Clara Restaurante © Spaswinefood
We sure loved those riverside views while dining. During lunch a few tourist boats went by our dining spot.
Tourist Boat & River Views © Spaswinefood
After adjusting to the beauty of this fabulous setting, we were ready for a wine flight.
While their menu features Portuguese traditional foods I managed to navigate it to find good vegetarian options. Needless to say, we enjoy our lunch that day.
Sitting there, enjoying the views with a most delicious lunch at Cozinha da Clara Restaurant was beyond awesome. I certainly enjoyed Quinta de la Rosa wines. Yes, if you wish, you certainly can finish the meal with a glass of their port wine.
Taking In the River Views, Cozinha da Clara Restaurante © Spaswinefood
For us taking in those views, over lunch was pure delight.
Douro Views by the River, Cozinha da Clara Restaurante © Spaswinefood
Cloud Reflections, Cozinha da Clara Restaurante © Spaswinefood
Dining at Cozinha da Clara Restaurant was a very special culinary treat. After lunch we would continue on our way back to our accommodations at Quinta Manhas Douro.
We loved our adventuring along the Douro Valley wine route.
Ruta do Vinho do Porto, Douro Valley © Spaswinefood
Those daily drives would always took us through Pinhão.
During our adventures we viewed both sides of the river as we explored the Douro.
I never tire of making wine and food discoveries in the Douro.
Put Cozinha da Clara Restaurante on your Douro Valley culinary hotspot list. Without a doubt, it was an highlight of our Douro Valley travels. The Douro Valley is an absolute must for wine lovers, especially if the wine lover appreciates learning about port, and the other great wines produced in this region. I so love discovering the Douro Valley's many culinary charms. I invite you to join me in my wine travels in Portugal and elsewhere at Wine Travels with Dr. Sharon, and at Spaswinefood on Twitter and Facebook. I am looking forward to more vine-filled explorations in Portugal.
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