In this season of hope there is much to do and much to feel.
It's a season of magic & love. Be it Christmas or New Year's Eve!
And as a popular destination, what better place to be than Madeira for the Holidays?
So come along with us: Madeira Exquisite Food on Foot Tours and take note.
Here are just a few suggestions in a vast universe of entertainment & sightseeing in Madeira:
1 - Lights & Decor
2 - Tradidional Christmas Masses
3 - Christmas Markets
4 - Musical Festivities
5 - Fireworks
6 - F&B
7 - Madeira Exquisite Food on Foot Tours
So let us begin:
1 - Lights & Decor
An absolute must!
Funchal as well as other villages around the Island, is intricately decorated an ornamented with enchanted Christmas lights and decorations, scattered along the islands, many streets and buildings, turning the Madeira into a whimsical wonderland setting filled with colour and fantasy.
One of the main highlights of Madeira Christmas celebrations, are its most singular and magnificent Christmas illuminations and decorations.
2 - Tradidional Christmas Masses
As for a more direct approach into the season we have:
The Childbirth masses, a set of nine religious ceremonies (“novenas”), taking place in parishes all throughout the island, between December, 16th and Christmas Eve, at the early dawn.
After the mass, parishioners gather in churchyards singing Christmas carols, joined by traditional music groups playing string instruments, accordions and castanets.
3 - Christmas Markets
Christmas markets in Madeira are all about diversity of food, tropical fruits and festive atmosphere.
From typical drinks such as poncha and home-made liquors, in addition to other Christmas delicacies such as the Madeira Honey Cake, the Bolo do Caco, (typical home-made bread), and also delicious Sandes de Carne-vinho e alhos (sandwiches with chunks of pork marinated in wine and garlic).
4 - Musical Festivities
Music is indeed an important factor for the season.
As such Christmas songs light up our souls and allow us to recall festive memories. Music concerts take place in Funchal, at Avenida Arriaga.
You’ll find plenty of entertainment with philharmonic bands, folk groups, clarinets, mandolins, accordions, guitars and children’s choirs.
5 - Fireworks
The must see event of the Island!
The New Year’s Eve fireworks display in Funchal, Madeira’s capital, is one of the best in the world.
You either love it or adore it! Nuff said!
6 - F&B
No Tour should be complete without some F&B (Food & Beverages) !
And Madeiran food is mandatory! So try out some poncha, a nikita, home-made liquors, Honey Cake, Bolo do Caco, (typical home-made bread), Sandes de Carne-vinho e alhos (sandwiches with chunks of pork marinated in wine and garlic) and of course some Madeiran Wine!
For more information you can always read our articles regarding these tasty subjects and enjoy them all!
Popular Madeiran Food & Beverages: Part 1
Popular Madeiran Food & Beverages: Part 2
7 - Madeira Exquisite Food on Foot Tours
To top it all we from Madeira Exquisite Food on Foot Tours can help you figure out what to do during this beautiful season, along with our tasty Tours!
As such please do check the following and enjoy savoring the deliciousness that is Madeira!
https://www.madeirafoodonfoot.com/our-tours/petiscos-cooking-experience-market-tour.html
https://www.madeirafoodonfoot.com/our-tours/wine-day-tour-lunch-in-the-vineyard.html
https://www.madeirafoodonfoot.com/our-tours/gourmet-wine-and-food-tour-lunch.html
https://www.madeirafoodonfoot.com/our-tours/gourmet-wine-and-food-tour-dinner.html
https://www.madeirafoodonfoot.com/our-tours/the-perfect-madeiran-picnic-hamper.html
https://www.madeirafoodonfoot.com/our-tours/private-experiences.html
Extra:
Also take a week or more to uncover the beauty that is Madeira Island all around!
And of course do not forget these safety measures to enjoy Madeira's treasures the best you can!
INFORMATION TO VISITORS (COVID 19)
So Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all!
