Quinta da Casa Branca

For a bit of olde-worlde elegance, head to the dining room of this quinta hotel, all Turkish carpets, antique lamps and starched tablecloths. Venison carpaccio, herring caviar and duck in gooseberry sauce are a continent away from usual Madeiran favourites, but the fare here provides a welcome change for those lingering longer in the Atlantic. Smart casual attire only.