Mediterranean Diet Fair returns to Tavira for 10th edition
Tavira is preparing to celebrate a new milestone with the 10th edition of the town’s Mediterranean Diet Fair, which will take place between Thursday and Sunday (September 5-8).
The event shines the spotlight on the Mediterranean diet, a healthy eating plan rich in fruit, vegetables, whole grains, and heart-healthy fats.
“The Mediterranean diet is living and dynamic heritage that has been gaining increasing importance, both nationally and internationally. Studied by various fields of science, it is a legacy of the civilizations that shaped our cultural identity, language, and ways of life, production, and food, being crucial for the appreciation and strengthening of regional economies,” says Tavira municipal council, which organises the event.
It adds: “Currently, the Mediterranean diet is recognised as one of the main contributors to environmental preservation and the prevention of climate change, in addition to being a model of sustainable agriculture and healthy eating.”
With a wide range of events taking place, the Mediterranean Diet Fair will feature the participation of several countries, regional and national institutions, craftspeople and botanists. There will also be culinary demonstrations, concerts, guided tours to local landmarks, seminars and a Mediterranean Diet walk/run event.
Eighteen local restaurants will also be serving dishes inspired by the Mediterranean diet during the event.
The event’s full programme (in English and Portuguese) can be consulted online.
The Mediterranean Diet was considered World Intangible Heritage by UNESCO in 2013 after a campaign supported by several municipalities, including Tavira.
It includes the daily consumption of bread, pasta or rice, vegetables and fruit. Olive oil should be the main source of fat, and a moderate consumption of fish, white meat, dairy products and eggs is recommended. Sugar and red meat should be consumed rarely.
Physical activity, water and a moderate consumption of wine are also important parts of the diet.
