Adega Machado

Fado&Food Group

    The Fado&Food Group is a business organization that emerged in 2012 with the mission of preserving and innovating the historical legacy of Fado Houses in Lisbon, integrating and valuing them within the tourism industry. Its central concept revolves around combining the authentic experience of Fado, recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO since 2011, with the rich Portuguese gastronomy and wine culture.

    The group brings together some of the oldest and most emblematic Fado restaurants in the city, each with its own distinct identity, history, and atmosphere. Currently, the Fado & Food Group includes:

    • Adega Machado (founded in 1937): Located in Bairro Alto, it is known for its welcoming, sophisticated, and romantic atmosphere, and its historical connection to Fado.
    • Café Luso (founded in 1927): Also situated in Bairro Alto, it occupies the former wine cellars of a palace and is recognized for its unique acoustics and traditional ambiance.
    • Clube de Fado (founded in 1995): Located in Alfama, it offers a more relaxed and colorful environment while maintaining the quality of Fado performances and gastronomy.
    • Timpanas (founded in 1961): Situated in Alcântara, it presents a traditional and warm atmosphere, with performances of Fado and Portuguese folklore.

    The Fado&Food Group aims to offer complete sensory experiences to its visitors, providing memorable nights that combine:

    • Authentic and high-quality Fado performances, featuring professional artists and, at times, special guests.
    • Genuine Portuguese gastronomy, with a focus on national and seasonal products, presenting everything from snacks to elaborate dinners.
    • A carefully selected range of Portuguese wines, which complement the gastronomic and cultural experience.
    • Distinct and welcoming atmospheres in each of its houses, respecting the history and identity of each space.
    • Special events and innovative experiences, such as wine tastings with Fado (“Desgarrada Vínica”) or enogastronomic experiences (“Find Taste”).

     

    In summary, the Fado&Food Group strives to be an ambassador of Portuguese culture, offering visitors the opportunity to experience the soul of Lisbon through the inseparable combination of Fado, gastronomy, and wine, in spaces steeped in history and tradition.