São Marcos da Serra
Nestled in the rolling hills of São Marcos da Serra, Regionalarte emerges like a golden treasure chest where the authentic soul of the Algarve lives and breathes. Here, amber honey flows thick with the essence of wildflower meadows, while medronho captures the untamed spirit of ancient arbutus groves. Handcrafted liqueurs tell stories of generations past, each bottle holding the warmth of Algarvian sunshine and the wisdom of traditional recipes. This intimate sanctuary celebrates the region's most cherished flavors, where every jar and bottle whispers tales of the land's generous bounty and timeless heritage.
— Equipo Hillside Sanctuary
Honey, medronho, liqueurs and regional Algarve products; good for welcome baskets and guest gift packs
Regionalarte is a shop in Sao Marcos da Serra dedicated to the regional products of the Algarve — particularly honey, medronho (the Algarvian fruit brandy), homemade liqueurs, and other artisanal goods from the surrounding countryside. It is the kind of place that exists because the land around it produces things worth celebrating.
The honey here comes from local beekeepers and reflects the wildflower-rich landscape of the Algarvian serra. The medronho is distilled from the fruit of the strawberry tree (arbutus), which grows abundantly in the hills around Sao Marcos da Serra — this is one of the heartlands of medronho production in Portugal. Regionalarte also stocks a selection of liqueurs, preserves, and other regional products that make good gifts or additions to your kitchen.
For Hillside Sanctuary guests, Regionalarte is the most convenient place to explore the artisanal food products of the local area. It is right in the village, so you can stop in during a morning walk or after lunch at one of the local restaurants. The shop is a good introduction to the flavours of the serra — especially if you have not yet tried medronho, which is something of an acquired taste but an essential part of Algarvian culture.
Prices are fair for artisanal products, and the staff can explain where everything comes from and how it is made. A bottle of local honey or medronho is one of the most authentic souvenirs you can take home from the Algarve.
