{"id":16969,"date":"2026-07-03T10:40:51","date_gmt":"2026-07-03T10:40:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.valedolobo.com\/?p=16969"},"modified":"2026-07-03T10:40:51","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T10:40:51","slug":"a-taste-of-the-tropics-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.valedolobo.com\/en\/resort\/a-taste-of-the-tropics-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"A Taste of the Tropics This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Summer has arrived, and so has one of Vale do Lobo&#8217;s most vibrant dining destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now open for the season, <strong>El Ta&#8217;koy<\/strong> invites guests to escape to the tropics without leaving the Algarve, combining spectacular ocean views, exotic flavours and an atmosphere made for long summer afternoons and unforgettable evenings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From freshly prepared ceviches and colourful tacos to creative sharing plates bursting with flavour, the menu offers a journey inspired by the Pacific islands and crafted with a contemporary touch by renowned Chef Luis Pous. 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