Why is Madeira so cheap? The average standard of living tends to be a bit lower than in mainland Portugal, and the local autonomous government gives generous subsidies coming from the tourist industry revenues and from the Portuguese national budget. Go where the locals go and everything will be cheap.
What is the main dish in Madeira?
What is Madeira's most typical dish? Madeira has several typical dishes, and meats include espetada, a type of barbecued beef brochette. Bolo de caco (bread with butter and garlic), grilled limpets and bolo de mel, a sponge cake with nuts and spices, are all highly popular.