Latest news and stories about epiphany in Portugal for expats and residents.
How was the tradition of the Kings observed in the village, which many could not even name? And after all, they were neither three, nor kings, nor magi...
During the nine days from Christmas to Epiphany the Bolo-Rei reigns: a 17th‑century invention by the Sun King’s pastry chef, its importation in 1875 by the Confeitaria Nacional, the gold and sugar jewels, the prize and the bean.
Cook Francisco Melo suggested the dish on the 'Manhã CM' show.
It recalls the famous Christmas songs, from the 'janeiras' (traditional New Year songs) to more erudite pieces, sung by the cantadores dos Reis or 'reiseiros', as evoked by Aquilino Ribeiro in O Livro do Menino Deus.
