“Given this decision [cancellation of the festival], there will be no usual entertainment activities at the Multiusos das Devesas Altas.

Therefore, on the scheduled dates [27-29 March], only roasted goat will be served in participating restaurants,” the municipality of Oleiros informed in a statement.

This decision was made at a meeting of the municipal executive, following the passage of storms Kristin, Leonardo, and Marta through the municipality of Oleiros.

According to the Mayor of Oleiros, Miguel Marques, the decision to serve only roasted goat in participating restaurants “aims to support local businesses and restaurants, contributing to the economic development of the region and minimising the negative impacts resulting from the recent severe weather.”

The mayor also highlighted that the official list of participating restaurants will be released shortly, allowing those interested to make reservations in advance and plan their visit to Oleiros to sample this gastronomic delicacy.

The Roasted Kid Goat and Callum Wine Festival is one of the main events promoted annually by the Oleiros Municipal Council.

Roasted kid goat, a local delicacy, is roasted in a wood-fired oven with its skin on. The goat is "roasted" (the hair on the surface is removed) and not skinned.

It is preferably served with a local wine (Callum) made from an indigenous Oleiros grape variety.

It is a very light white wine with a low alcohol content, similar to Vinho Verde, with citrus and floral notes, balanced and persistent acidity.

The municipality of Oleiros has asked for everyone's understanding regarding this cancellation and has appealed to the community and visitors to support the local economy.