The verdant, volcanic landscapes of Madeira have long been a hotspot for wine production; in the 16th century, European ships headed for the Americas would stop by the island to stock up on barrels.

This final Madeira food tour turns Funchal into a farewell map of flavors, memories and local favorites. The journey begins with the search for a great pastel de nata before moving into one of the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. Once the last stop for explorers like Christopher Columbus and ...