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Culture · Funchal · 29 August 2026

The Poncha: New Community Platform to Discover Madeira's Best Poncha

A new online platform, 'The Poncha', invites residents and visitors to share and rate the best places to try the traditional Madeiran drink.

A new bilingual, non-profit community project called 'The Poncha' has been launched, aiming to help discover the best places to sample poncha on Madeira Island.

The platform, accessible at theponcha.com, allows users to explore establishments, rate poncha, and add new locations without needing to register. The ranking updates automatically, ensuring no establishment can pay for visibility.

The project's creator, Francisco, hopes the initiative will give traditional bars more visibility and encourage exploration of different parts of the island, going beyond conventional tourist guides.

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