{"product_id":"leitao-assado-a-bairrada","title":"Whole Bairrada-Style Roast Suckling Pig","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe traditional flavour of Bairrada-style suckling pig, prepared by Afonso dos Leitões in a wood-fired oven.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover \u003cstrong\u003eBairrada-Style Roast Suckling Pig\u003c\/strong\u003e, a Portuguese culinary speciality prepared by Afonso dos Leitões, a producer based in Negrais. The suckling pig is roasted in a wood-fired oven and sold whole or as a half, for sharing at family meals and special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant weight information:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is a \u003cstrong\u003ewhole suckling pig (5–7 kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e, sold per item and not by the kilogram. The actual weight varies from batch to batch, while the price per item remains fixed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat characterises Bairrada-style suckling pig?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBairrada-style suckling pig\u003c\/strong\u003e is traditionally distinguished by roasting in a wood-fired oven, with the whole animal placed on a spit and turned throughout cooking to ensure even roasting and crisp skin. The \u003cstrong\u003eBairrada Suckling Pig Gastronomic Brotherhood\u003c\/strong\u003e also describes the importance of the roaster's skill and traditional techniques in this speciality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the traditional presentation, the suckling pig is carved into small pieces, arranged with the skin facing up and served with simple accompaniments such as boiled potatoes, lettuce salad or sliced orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike \u003cstrong\u003eNegrais suckling pig\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is usually opened out, flattened and roasted on a grill, the Bairrada tradition uses a whole suckling pig on a spit. These references describe Bairrada's culinary tradition; details of the recipe and method used by Afonso dos Leitões should be confirmed directly with the producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePreparation and quality at origin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfonso dos Leitões is involved in the rearing, slaughter, processing and sale of suckling pig. According to the producer's catalogue, it has wood-fired ovens, refrigerated facilities and temperature-controlled packaging rooms, and operates a food safety system based on the HACCP methodology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom source straight to your table\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter an order is placed with Herdade do Estacal, the product is prepared and packed at origin by Afonso dos Leitões. Collection is arranged directly from the producer's premises, and the product is transported under refrigeration at a controlled temperature of between 0 °C and 4 °C to destinations covered by the service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLess intermediate handling, packed at origin and transported under refrigeration.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackaging and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e vacuum-packed, according to the manufacturer's catalogue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigerated shelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 days, under the conditions specified by the manufacturer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen shelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 365 days, under the conditions specified by the manufacturer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActual expiry date:\u003c\/strong\u003e check the date and instructions on the packaging received.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stated shelf lives are those declared by the manufacturer and do not guarantee the same remaining shelf life upon delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bairrada-style roast suckling pig.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Afonso dos Leitões — Leitões de Negrais, Lda.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Negrais, Portugal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole (5–7 kg).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients and allergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e to be confirmed against the manufacturer's technical data sheet and labelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsumption instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e follow the manufacturer's recommendations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Afonso dos Leitões","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59011168928127,"sku":"HE-LEI-BAI-INT","price":237.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/6213\/5423\/files\/Leitao_assado_dourado_e_crocante.png?v=1793297564","url":"https:\/\/shop.herdadedoestacal.pt\/en-bg\/products\/leitao-assado-a-bairrada","provider":"Herdade do Estacal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}