Why is cod so popular in Portugal?

Cod isn't found in Portuguese waters but it is still a firm favourite on dining tables across Portugal. How did this happen?

From the days of empire to the military dictatorship of the 20th Century, Portugal's leaders have always used cod as a political tool.

Video by Daire Collins & Amy Gardner

Executive Producers: Harriet Constable & Paul I. Harris

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11 August 2022