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Food & Drink
Generally the food is Portuguese; seafood and cheese are specialities. Locally produced wines are recommended, as are the brandies distilled on the islands.
Shopping
Locally made linens and woollen goods, lace and pottery make good buys.
Special Events
The following is a selection of special events celebrated annually in the Azores:
Apr Holy Ghost Festivities, all islands. May Miraculous Christ, São Miguel; Holy Trinity, all islands. May-Oct Bullfights, Terceira. Aug Sea Week, Hosta; Maré de Agosto Festival, Santa Maria. Aug Lady of Miracles, Corvo. Sep Grape Harvest Feast, Pico and Santa Maria.
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