The best apple we’ve ever tried is a Portuguese variety called Bravo de Esmolfe. It was discovered two centuries ago in a small Beira-Alta village called Esmolfe.
You can find prettier apples, but don’t be fooled by the unassuming look of Bravo de Esmolfe. Its taste is a revelation, the perfect combination of sweetness and tartness. And its inside is so full of antioxidants that it makes us feel immortal.
Biting into a Bravo de Esmolfe helps us understand Adam’s temptation and makes us wonder whether the village of Esmolfe was once the Garden of Eden.
If you visit Portugal in Fall or Winter, don’t miss the chance to try Bravo de Esmolfe, an apple that belongs in paradise.
Salt of Portugal 
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Portuguese apples… mmmmm
Yummy!!! Is there any cake or sweet recipe using this kind or apple??
Bravo de esmofe is not usually used for cooking. The Portuguese love baked apples but they use a variety called reineta. Here is a great recipe https://pasto.wordpress.com/2016/01/16/baked-applemaca-assada/
Looks great!! Thank you, my pixel 😉
Hello! it’s really a unique sweet flavour. But the correct name is ‘Bravo de Esmolfe’ (not Bravo de Esmofe) – you missed the ‘L’ … 🙂 you can check more data about the apple here: http://ptqc.drapc.min-agricultura.pt/documentos/maca_bravo_esmolfe.htm
Thanks for noticing! We just fixed the typo.
you’re wellcome! 🙂 it’s really a great apple, one of my favourites! i wish all the world could try it at least once in their life!
We agree! Thanks again for your correction and for visiting our blog!
Interesting, I love this kind of apple and never saw them in other countries 🙂
It is a national treasure.
Ricky Hanson says, Portugal is a beautiful Eden full of the most delicious foods and the freshest fruits and vegetables. Portugal is a land of beauty and wonder with adventure and hospitality around every corner.
Beautiful words about our beautiful country.
Must try one when I visit Olhao market very soon. Lovely tip!