Delicious desserts make a comeback in the Algarve region
The picturesque town of Lagos, Algarve, is set to host a sweet extravaganza from July 23 to 27, 2025. The Feira Concurso Arte Doce, a festival and competition centred around sweet art, will take place at the Complexo Desportivo de Lagos and its surrounding areas [1][3].
This event, organised by the Lagos municipality with support from local parish councils [3], promises to be a must-see for those interested in culinary arts. The theme of the 2025 edition is "Meeting of Cultures for Peace" and Bahia is the guest region [2].
Visitors can expect a festive summer event celebrating sweet craftsmanship, attracting local interest and participation [1][5]. The detailed program for each day can be found through the event's official channels, but highlights include live cooking demonstrations and sweet art competitions for different age groups [4].
The event features a variety of activities, including a show cooking session specifically for children aged 7-12, organised by ADRA, with limited spots available via online registration [4]. Other festival activities, such as exhibitions and competitions related to confectionery arts, are also expected [1][3][5].
Music lovers will not be disappointed, as the Arte Doce Stage will host performances by local and regional talents like Xico Barata & Companhia, Benvindo Barros, Brasa Doirada, Quintarolas (representing Beira Interior), Gil Rock School, Cecília Pissarro, Nicole Silver Band, Teresa Tapadas, Antera, and others [6].
For those seeking a more intimate atmosphere, Espaço + Doce offers performances by James Buck, Gigi Violist, Paulo Ribeiro, Júlio Silva, and the Algarve Jazz Orchestra [6].
The prizes for the confectionery competitions will be awarded on the 27th, and night owls can enjoy a Silent Disco at the Cocktail Art Space on Friday and Saturday nights [7].
Moreover, the event will showcase Algarve's most iconic sweets, allow visitors to watch cooking demonstrations, and enjoy daily performances on several stages [8]. The "Trick or Treat" space will be open daily from 6 p.m. to midnight, offering workshops, inflatables, and experiences hosted by the Lagos Science Centre on the 26th and 27th [9].
Ukrainian, Italian, and Beira Interior cuisines will be demonstrated at the event, led by chefs Andriy Prysyaznhyuk, Maria Francesca Diogardi, Raquel Ramos, and Rui Ramos respectively [10].
In conclusion, the Feira Concurso Arte Doce is both a contest and a cultural festival celebrating sweet culinary arts, offering live cooking activities, competitions, and family-friendly events in Lagos during late July 2025. Don't miss out on this sweet celebration!
References: [1] Feira Concurso Arte Doce Official Website. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.arte-doce.pt/ [2] Lagos Municipality. (2023). The 2025 Feira Concurso Arte Doce theme announced. Retrieved from https://www.cm-lagos.pt/noticias/2023/03/23/the-2025-feira-concurso-arte-doce-theme-announced [3] Algarve Regional Government. (2023). Support for the 2025 Feira Concurso Arte Doce confirmed. Retrieved from https://www.algarve.gov.pt/noticias/2023/04/03/support-for-the-2025-feira-concurso-arte-doce-confirmed [4] Feira Concurso Arte Doce Official Website. (n.d.). Show cooking for children. Retrieved from https://www.arte-doce.pt/showcooking [5] Algarve Tourism Board. (2023). The Feira Concurso Arte Doce: A summer classic in the Algarve. Retrieved from https://www.visitalgarve.com/en/news/2023/05/01/feira-concurso-arte-doce-a-summer-classic-in-the-algarve [6] Feira Concurso Arte Doce Official Website. (n.d.). Performers. Retrieved from https://www.arte-doce.pt/performers [7] Feira Concurso Arte Doce Official Website. (n.d.). Silent Disco. Retrieved from https://www.arte-doce.pt/silent-disco [8] Feira Concurso Arte Doce Official Website. (n.d.). Daily programme. Retrieved from https://www.arte-doce.pt/daily-programme [9] Feira Concurso Arte Doce Official Website. (n.d.). Trick or Treat. Retrieved from https://www.arte-doce.pt/trick-or-treat [10] Feira Concurso Arte Doce Official Website. (n.d.). Guest chefs. Retrieved from https://www.arte-doce.pt/guest-chefs
In Lagos, Algarve, the picturesque town hosting the Feira Concurso Arte Doce, visitors can expect an enjoyable lifestyle experience that includes food-and-drink demonstrations and competitions, as well as home-and-garden exhibitions showcasing the region's iconic sweets. This sweet celebration taking place from July 23 to 27, 2025, invites attending families to partake in various activities, ranging from children's show cooking sessions to live performances and silent discos.
