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5 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviews

Dessert-making and wine pairing with a renowned pastry chef

Enjoy a private, after-hours Portuguese dessert-making masterclass at my restaurant, Quest LX, followed by a “choose your own adventure” wine pairing experience. You’ll sample several Portuguese-inspired pastries and locally sourced wines. • Step into the role of a pastry chef and learn to create a seasonal, regional dessert, such as Lisbon chocolate cake. I’ll guide you through the process, sharing stories about the locally sourced ingredients and their connection to Portuguese culture and gastronomy. • Indulge in a selection of small desserts and wines—including port and natural varieties—as you craft personalized pairings based on your preferences. • Take home the recipe for the dessert we made together, along with a gift bag of a sweet treat. If you’re inspired to explore Lisbon further when we finish, I’ll provide recommendations on where to go out—and a discount voucher for Quest LX, should you wish to visit the restaurant for brunch.

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Create and eat classic Portuguese dishes with a chef

Learn the techniques behind classic Portuguese snacks with me, a Cordon Bleu-trained chef, and enjoy a leisurely lunch, savoring every bite—and each sip of carefully paired wine—while learning the stories behind the recipes. • We’ll start with some basic topics, from knife skills to plating. Then I’ll guide you through preparing: peixinhos da horta (deep-fried green beans), ameijoas à bulhão pato (steamed clams), salada de grão com bacalhau (cod and chickpea salad), and pica pau (sautéed beef and pickles). • Gather around the table and enjoy a leisurely meal of the dishes you’ve just made, paired with just the right Portuguese wines. • Our journey ends with a dessert tasting and a toast. With your coffee, you’ll savor an authentic pastel de nata, followed by a glass of port. You’ll leave with firsthand experience of some of the most beloved Portuguese dishes—from both sides of the kitchen counter.

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Taste Lisbon's non-alcoholic wines with a sommelier

Join me, a nonalcoholic sommelier and consultant for Michelin-starred chefs, for a hands-on exploration of Portugal’s evolving alcohol-free wine culture, complete with tastings and food pairings. • I’ll give a brief overview of Lisbon’s evolving culinary scene, and how nonalcoholic drinks options are becoming integral to the city’s gastronomic culture. • Learn how wine is dealcoholized as I demonstrate the process using a regional Portuguese wine, showcasing how flavor and complexity are maintained. • Taste curated selections of regional alcohol-free wines and food pairings inspired by iconic Portuguese dishes like pastéis de bacalhau (salt cod fritters). You’ll leave with a refined understanding of Portugal’s innovative nonalcoholic wine scene, practical pairing techniques, and tips for other unique dining opportunities in Lisbon.

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Perfect your pour-over coffee with a top Lisbon barista

In this coffee masterclass with me, a renowned barista and the co-owner of Quest, you’ll uncover Portugal’s complex coffee history, from colonial plantations to the cafes that define its streets today. You’ll grind, brew, and enjoy your own coffee alongside a chocolate pairing that reveals how flavors intertwine across continents, offering a rich and immersive journey for your senses. • I’ll welcome you to Quest and you’ll start your exploration with a freshly brewed cup sourced from former Portuguese colonies, such as Brazil or São Tomé. I’ll share stories of how coffee became a staple of Portuguese culture. • Learn how coffee is cultivated, processed, and roasted before it reaches your cup, and discover the evolution of Lisbon’s coffee scene, from strong espressos to modern pour-over methods. • Roll up your sleeves for a grinding session designed to unlock distinct flavor profiles. You’ll experiment with precision brewing at your personal V60 pour-over station before tasting your handcrafted coffee alongside artisanal chocolate made with ingredients from Brazil and São Tomé. You’ll leave with enhanced coffee-making skills and a curated selection of coffee and chocolate to continue your exploration at home, ensuring your journey into Lisbon’s coffee culture doesn’t end here.

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Lisboa Actually : the b-side of the food scene in the city

Come with me, a chef, for a behind-the-scenes look at Lisbon’s vibrant food culture, iconic markets, and historic streets. • Begin the morning at Manteigaria, where you’ll taste what many call the best pastel de nata in Lisbon. • Stroll through Mercado da Ribeira to meet some of my favorite vendors who keep the city's kitchens stocked with the freshest seafood, produce, and African ingredients, including century-old shops dedicated to Lisbon’s culinary staple—salted cod. • Sip cherry liquor at one of the oldest ginjinha bars and wrap up at Cinema São Jorge with a glass of Portuguese wine and local snacks, overlooking Avenida da Liberdade from one of the city’s most iconic balconies. You'll leave having experienced a true taste of Lisbon, with my recommendations for exploring more dining options in the city.

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Bake traditional pastéis de nata with a chef

Craft Portugal’s iconic pastéis de nata from scratch in a hands-on workshop using the most traditional recipe I’ve uncovered in my research. You’ll learn how to create delicate puff pastries, whisk up the creamy custard, and hand-mold the pastry into tins. • We’ll get to know one another over a cup of coffee. I’ll share the history of the pastel de nata and explain what’s special about the recipe we’ll use. • Next, we’ll dive into the art of puff pastry, creating the essential buttery, flaky layers, and prepare the smooth, creamy custard filling. • Shape the pastry into tins and then watch your creations bake to golden perfection. We’ll savor the fruits of our labor paired with coffee or tea. You’ll leave with the recipe so you can continue baking these delicacies at home .

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Discover the world of Portuguese wines with traditional tapa

Indulge in a 75-minute curated wine tasting with me, a professional chef, at Nova Wine Bar, where the entire space is reserved for you. Guided by my team, you’ll explore the rich world of Portuguese wines paired with delicious small plates in an intimate and relaxed setting. • Taste four exceptional wines from independent Portuguese producers, each introduced with my insights into its origin, grape variety, and winemaking traditions. • Enjoy gourmet tapas, such as stewed rabbit salad with preserved vegetables, codfish slices with chickpea puree, and octopus salad with roasted peach, crafted to complement each wine. (Dietary accommodations are available for vegetarian, gluten-free, or allergy-friendly needs.) • I’ll share the stories behind each selection and explain the art of pairing wines with traditional Portuguese dishes. You’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for Portuguese wines, a taste for the country’s culinary traditions, and the memory of an exclusive, personalized adventure.

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Taste Portugal's natural wines with a local wine expert

Step into the heart of Lisbon for a tasting of Portugal’s best natural wines led by me, Gala, owner of one of the city’s top wine bars. • I’ll welcome you to the shop, share some background on my passion for natural wines, and lead us in a quick icebreaker so we can get to know each other a little more. • Next, I’ll teach you about Portugal’s natural wine movement, exploring key regions like Douro, Alentejo, and Dão, and highlighting the terroir and sustainable craftsmanship that make these wines special. • Fresh off our quick lesson, I’ll start pouring a curated selection of natural reds, whites, and rosés. I’ll continue the storytelling, bringing the wines to life and revealing the origins and artistry behind them. I’ll leave you with personalized wine recommendations, a group photo, and maybe even a bottle or two to take home with you.

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Taste curated pairings by a Portuguese wine specialist

Embark on a curated wine-tasting journey through Portugal’s most renowned regions at O PIF Wine Bar and get acquainted with the country’s rich winemaking traditions, unique grape varieties, and the hidden gems of Portuguese viticulture. • Sip two crisp and aromatic white wines followed by two expressive and complex reds, each chosen to showcase the character of its region. I’ll share insights on the winemaking process, flavor profiles, and what makes each bottle special. • Dive into the art of pairing as you select your favorite wine to savor with a curated assortment of Portuguese cheeses, enhancing the flavors of both the wine and the food. • Our tasting concludes with a rich and storied fortified wine, a hallmark of Portuguese winemaking. After the guided tasting, unwind at the bar and linger over your drink at your own pace. You’ll gain a deeper appreciation of the country’s vinous heritage, and leave with the confidence to navigate any Portuguese wine list like a local.

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Craft cocktails at award-winning cocktail room in Lisbon

Go behind the scenes of our award-winning cocktail room, Onda, at Lisbon’s highest neighborhood and taste how Portuguese herbs and locally sourced tea leaves become our bright, fresh signature drinks. • We’ll welcome you to our intimate space and explain our batching process, in which we turn local ingredients into the components of our drinks. • You’ll smell and taste the individual components of our cocktails and then choose two full cocktails of your choice (nonalcoholic version available), bringing together what you’ve learned. • After sharing stories and socializing, you’ll receive a personalized mini bottled cocktail inspired by what you’ve created, as well as a bag of Companhia Portugueza do Cha tea. You’ll leave with a map of Lisbon, including our favorite local shops and places to eat, and insider tips for the best views—and the skills to make our signature drinks at home.

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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 1866 reviews

Pastel de Nata Masterclass at a real bakery in Lisbon

Since 2018, this is Portugal's only cooking class in a real bakery, taught by a professional pastry chef! This masterclass can be hosted by award-winning chef João Batalha, co-founder of Pastel de Nata concept store Nat'elier, or other experienced in-house pastry professionals such as chefs Silvia Sousa or Adriano Cardoso. After gearing up you'll go inside our pro kitchen where you'll learn how to bake the irresistible Portuguese Custard Tarts (aka Egg Tarts) everybody loves! The workshop starts with an intro to the history of Pastel de Nata. This is HANDS-ON experience! Unlike other Pastéis de Nata classes in Lisbon, we will show you how to make puff pastry from scratch. Afterwards, we will make the custard and bake it all inside a professional oven. During this class we all work together as a team (max. 12 people) Everyone makes at least 3 tarts by hand - learn how to laminate the dough, shape it with a specific Pastel de Nata technique, fill in the custard, etc. ☕We'll end tasting the warm tarts with a drink of choice, crafted by our baristas. Includes Certificate of Achievement! ‍ ADULTS & KIDS +8.y.o. welcome! NO previous cooking experience required! We organize PRIVATE classes - send DM! If you have younger kids, please book a private experience. Pour cours de français veuillez envoyer un message avant de réserver. Para clases en español pf envíe un mensaje.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 6859 reviews

Lisbon's best flavors

Do like Brian Chesky the Founder & CEO of Airbnb and join me on a tour! With 18 TASTINGS, we will touch the Portuguese soul by discovering together the REAL Portuguese gastronomy in family-owned places. With unique access and exclusive tastings we will show you how generous and diverse our food scene is. We'll taste Portuguese wines & liquor, charcuterie, codfish & sardines recipes, typical pastries along with regional dishes from the land and sea. Please note: we CANNOT cater for: - No fish diet (if you eat no fish at all) - Vegan diet (meaning nothing from animals) - Strictly Vegetarian diet (meaning no meat AND no fish) We will also discover the most authentic district of Lisbon called Alfama. Filled with thousands of years of history, we’ll learn about its genuine people and its typical architecture. OUR COMMITMENT IS ALSO SOCIAL: - No plastic tour: we’re the 1st ones in Lisbon to have banished all kind of plastic from our experience. - We respect local people: no more than 12 persons on our tour! We’re integrated in the local community: the grannies of Alfama love us ;-) We’re proud to be the first Portuguese gastronomic tour of Alfama but we’re more than just a food tour, come and see by yourself. Other things to note *I offer the experience Mon-Sat, sometimes at 10.30am, 3pm or 4.30pm. Contact me if your date isn't available!

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1236 reviews

The Lisbon Food Tour

The Lisbon style food tour is a gastronomic and cultural journey between three iconic neighborhoods in Lisbon: Baixa, Mouraria, and Alfama. We will taste dishes and drinks that have built the diverse gastronomy of Lisbon for centuries as we walk and share stories, anecdotes, legends and fun-facts about the city, making this experience more enjoyable and relaxed. We will have 4 stops with a variety of tastings and drinks at historical and traditional places that will help us to see and taste the contrasts in the city's natural evolution, its traditions, techniques, and styles. You will finish this experience feeling like a true 'Lisboeta', with lots of city-hacks, recommendations, and whatever you need to enjoy your stay in this wonderful city! Join us! IMPORTANT: *This experience is NOT suitable for wheelchairs. *If you have allergies or religious restrictions please let me know as soon as possible

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 1515 reviews

Pastel de Nata Workshop in Lisbon

Welcome to my Pastry Shop "Casa dos Ovos Moles"! You´ll learn to cook the most famous portuguese pastry, the Pastel de nata (portuguese custard tart). You´ll taste if not the best, the freshest one. It´s on your hands! In a very homy way you discover how to make the pastel de nata from the scratch, including the puff pastry. It´s all handmade. First we cook it an the end we taste the delight with a Porto wine or a Ginja liquor, tchim tchim. You know that the pastel de nata recipe was created inside a monestary? I tell you the History. Hands on! It can be schedule Monday to Friday - 11H or 15H (2H duration).

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 3194 reviews

Portuguese Cuisine:17 tastings food tour

* 4hours & 4 food stops, all in restaurants and shops run by local families * 1st Airbnb food experience announcing more than 17 tastings, not just snacks but 'real' food also. Exclusive dishes cooked for us! * starters, 2 main dishes, 'petiscos' aka Portuguese tapas, desserts. Wines, liqueurs, Port, coffee, juices, tea. * explore NOT ONE, but the 3 of the oldest Lisbon districts (ALFAMA, MOURARIA & BAIXA), namely the one where I was born and where my parents still live! AWARDS: Best Gastronomic Project by Turismo de Portugal (November 2024) Portuguese cuisine has so much to offer. Famous for its wine, meat & seafood, its 'conventual' desserts, Mediterranean influences, and the legacy of Portugal's colonial history, namely in the wide variety of spices used. We'll present you with a selection of tastes, flavors, cultural influences, & cooking techniques through small plates & the right beverages (wines, liqueurs, juice), all this while wandering through hidden corners of the city. We will walk through history. See old & contemporary life and indulge ourselves as we strike the perfect balance between walking, resting, and eating. Small groups (10 max) 1.6 miles (2.5 KM) with a few stairs - 4 Food Stops Suitable to Vegetarians/Celiac/Pescatarians - Just INFORM us BEFORE the tour! - NOT suitable for Vegans LGBTQ2S+ friendly - LGBTQ2S+ places-to-go-after-this!

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 1601 reviews

Secret Supper Club - Wine Dinner

Discover Portugal's cuisine and culture at a dinner party hosted by a wine expert. We'll dine on several courses of traditional Portuguese fish and meat dishes, each with a contemporary twist and paired with Portuguese wines. During dinner, we'll explain the different regions, people, and landscapes of Portugal. You'll leave with a full belly and a deeper understanding of the country and its cuisine and wine reality. Other things to note Special arrangements may be provided as Vegan or Gluten-free meals. Guests must be over 18 years old.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 328 reviews

Hands-on Portuguese cooking Masterclass

Step into our Cooking school for "THE" authentic Portuguese cooking class. Get your own kitchen station and learn to cook (and eat) step by step traditional Portuguese food in Lisbon! On the course of 3 hours we will show you of what a real Portuguese full course meal consists off on this Masterclass! Cook your own dishes (don´t worry, we will walk you through), and get to know the story behind the recipes and ingredients passed down through generations. Already used to cooking? Don´t worry, you will also learn particularities about our ingredients and processes. Come and discover the secrets of Portuguese culinary tradition with us! Come alone, with your family or friends, the only requirement is that you bring an empty stomach. Because if there´s one thing Portugal is good at, that is making food! Cooking is an important part of our culture, history and everyday life. Around the table we gather friends, family, strangers on fun, tasty sessions of sharing some of the most diverse food that our country has to offer. *3-hour cooking class; *3 different dishes (one starter, one main fish dish and one main meat dish) * Tea, coffee and wine included (Portuguese of course!) *Your own kitchen station (not a show cooking or shared kitchen) *Dont worry about memorizing everystep of the class, we will send you all the recipes after, for you to pratice and amaze everyone at hom Other things to note Please tell us if you have any food allergy or restriction before hand

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 497 reviews

Pastel de Nata, Learn to make your own

Are you ready to make your own Pastel de Nata (Portuguese egg tarts)? Join us, at our beautiful kitchen, where we will show you how to prepare world´s tastiest tart (we like to think so!), on a complete hands-on cooking class! Pastel de Nata is probably Portugal most iconic pastry! This 19-century delicacy, created in monasteries, has become a national symbol. Loved by all, this pastry is becoming widely popular worldwide. Learn the secrets of this sugary temptation and take them home with you and amaze all your family and friends! (you will be making several pastries) As proud Portuguese’s, we will honor our ancestors on a fun 2-hour session. Ow, and have we mentioned that you will also learn another typical treat? Yes, a perfect two-for-one! So, what are you waiting? Come and cook with us! *Two different recipes (Pastel de Nata and another traditional snack); *Tea and coffee; *Don’t worry about memorizing every step of the class, we will send you all the recipes after, for you to practice and amaze everyone at home! Other things to note Please tell us if you have any food allergy or restriction before hand

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 280 reviews

Lisbon City Tour by Professional Tour Guide

This is not a typical walking tour, it is a great experience to get to know Lisbon with a local in a small group, you'll get to learn historic and cultural facts while sampling great portuguese food and drinks. We will meet at Restauradores square before embarking on our walking experience through Lisbon streets. You will get to see Praca do Comercio and learn a lot about its historic importance, pass through the first main street in Lisbon, Rua Augusta to try our famous Pastel de Nata. Afterwards we will take you to the upper side of Lisbon to secret sightseeing spots where you will enjoy the view. Then you will get to see the Sao Jorge castle on your way to Alfama, Lisbon's oldest district. There you will try great pastries and see a colorful district full of life and fun.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 745 reviews

From Lisbon - Arrábida Daytrip & Wine Tasting

Olá! I’m Miguel and I want to show you Portugal’s greatest paradise! This is the experience you have been looking for. Our experience is a cocktail of people, culture, food, wine and nature! We start at one of the BEST markets in the WORLD! (USA Today’s words :D ) Here is the real deal!! Authentic locals, simple cuisine and fresh products. All you can ask surrounded by beautiful tiles and the background noise of the moving population. Our VANessa (yes we named our van) will then take us to the most photoscenic place in the Park, the famous viewpoint with a ramp. We proceed and hike to a hidden cave. I’ll tell you all about its secrets and history and then head to one of my favorite beaches in Portugal. This is a relaxing place surrounded by the ocean and the mountains. We will have lunch at one of the restaurants here and you can also go for a swim if you want to. Our day ends visiting a winery in a small village called Azeitão. We will do a wine tasting of the local wines and toast to new experiences and making new friends! Other things to note: Some locations are subject to change. Bring clothes appropriate for the weather and comfortable shoes. Lunch is not included.

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