Top Northern Portugal Cooking Classes

Embark on a journey exploring Portuguese traditional cuisine and join a very experienced chef in preparing a Portuguese meal you will never forget. Get your hands dirty and work as a team to help the chef or sit back and enjoy the show, you choose. This is a private experience where we can provide you with flavourful ideas or it can be completely tailored to accommodate your needs.

This Porto cooking class combines eating a 3-course meal with an activity where you can actually learn to make a Portuguese meal from a traditional chef from the area. Once you make your meal, enjoy it with wine, tea, or coffee. You can also upgrade to add a market visit beforehand where you learn how to pick out local ingredients.

Discover the secrets of Portugal’s most iconic pastry in a hands-on Pastel de Nata workshop. Guided by expert instructors with years of experience, you’ll follow a step-by-step process to create several delicious tarts, enjoy them on site with Port wine, coffee, and snacks, and take home our exclusive house-made recipe. Along the way, learn the fascinating history of the Pastel de Nata and gain the confidence to recreate this beloved Portuguese treat at home. This is a truly immersive culinary experience combining culture, technique, and indulgence.

“Pastel de nata” (custard tarts) are one of Portugal’s iconic treats, and this experience in Porto lets you both taste and learn how to make them. In a small-group workshop, you’ll prepare the custard filling, bake the tarts, and enjoy them with your choice of Porto wine, bottled water, coffee, or tea. All ingredients are provided for a hassle-free experience.

This workshop will be accompanied by good conversation, good music and fun. In the end, you will be able to shine with your friends and family. For families with children, a private workshop can be scheduled. Special conditions for groups of 10 or more people.

The class focuses on preparing a 100% plant-based custard filling and the baking process. The puff pastry is pre-prepared, and you’ll receive an exclusive house-made recipe to recreate it at home, as puff pastry requires several hours to be ready for use. The session also includes a short and accessible introduction to the history of the Pastel de Nata in Portugal, from its origins in Lisbon to its evolution into one of the country’s most famous pastries, with insight into how this traditional recipe can be successfully adapted to a vegan version without losing its essence. Each participant will prepare several vegan Pastéis de Nata, which can be enjoyed on site or taken away. A transport box is included for your pastries. Throughout the workshop, enjoy Port wine, juice, water, coffee, and sweet and savory snacks, in a relaxed and social atmosphere. At the end of the session, you’ll leave with the confidence, and the recipe, to recreate this vegan Portuguese classic at home.

This is an exclusive hands on cooking class. You will be guided by the world of Portuguese culinary traditions by our Chefs and at the same time cook a meal that you will love!

Discover the secrets behind Portugal's beloved pastry, the pastel de nata, in this hands-on baking workshop. Learn how to make the pastry and dough from scratch, while sipping wine from the region and engaging in conversations about Portuguese culture. After mastering the recipe, indulge in the warm pastries you’ve created!

Cook a full traditional Portuguese meal in Porto from scratch, including appetizers, a main dish, and homemade Pastel de Nata. Enjoy an intimate, hands-on experience in Jorge and Isabel’s plant-filled home with expert step-by-step guidance. Upgrade with a market-to-table tour, sourcing fresh ingredients from one of Porto’s top fish and produce markets. Perfect for food lovers seeking authentic Portuguese flavors, local stories, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere in Porto.

Although small in size, Portugal has a rich and varied gastronomy, based on the Mediterranean diet but with several influences. In this Cooking Class you will learn to prepare traditional Portuguese dishes based upon typical recipes. Menus are always seasonal and incorporate local products wherever possible.You will prepare and enjoy a four course meal: appetizer, soup, main course and dessert. After the class you can enjoy a well deserved meal with the dishes you prepared, paired with different Portuguese wines. Take home the memories of the city and prepare a Typically Portuguese Meal for your friends and family. - Hands-on cooking class by a local Chef instructor. - Wines from demarcated regions and beverages included. - Class is made up of 8 participants maximum - Family friendly.

Learn how to make the famous "Pastel de Nata" from scratch so that you can return home and enjoy the traditional Portuguese pastries totally made by you. In a group activity, you'll take turns participating while enjoying a local wine in a specially designed kitchen with exceptional hosts experienced in teaching and entertainment. Our two spaces are centrally located, one near "São Bento Train Station" and "Ribeira", and the other near "Jardim do Morro" and the Port Wine Cellars. If we don't have availability at the location you're looking at, please check with our other location.

Travel through the customs and traditions of Portuguese cuisine. North Coast between Douro & Vouga A four-stop journey through the Portuguese gastronomic culture that connects the Land and the Sea. A local experience about the customs and traditional Portuguese food of the North Coast of fishing and agricultural villages. Opportunity to buy the best fresh produce directly from local farmers and fishermen.

What better way to learn about Portuguese culture and the vibrant gastronomic history of the city of Porto than Canto Cooking's Chef Led Market tour of the emblematic Bolhao market ? After refueling on a fresh nata and barista coffe, its down to business in the kitchen where the chef will demonstrate the dishes and then its your turn ! Vegetarians and Vegans are welcome - whilst the majority of Tapiscos culture is meat and fish based, we will cover at least one or two plant based dishes too. Finally - enjoy lunch together in our Orangerie eating the fruits of your labours with a glass of Douro Valley wine from our guest vineyard whilst chatting about your experiences.

We are one of the oldest traditional wineries in Douro Valley since 1872. On this tour we will start on our winery, were we will have the experience to check all the technical details process from our vinification methods followed by a local guide. Next stop we will be explore our wine cellar having the opportunity to experienced on first hand how we still aged our top red and white wines plus Port wines we do at Quinta da Foz. As a highlight from this experience tour we will taste 5 different wines plus our extra virgem olive oil. On the end of the experience all of you are invited to explore, walk into the magical old vineyard. Join us!

Pastel de nata is easily one of Portugal’s most famous foods and this cooking class teaches you how to make the sweet treat from scratch. Join a small group in a local home to begin your lesson. Learn to make the pastry and the filling and while your dessert is baking, your host will regale you with the story of how this pastry came to be.

This cooking lesson will take place in the kitchen OF FONTE SANTA one of the last owned DE rural on the slope of Villa Nova DE Gaia! Our "chef" will prepare some of the traditional Portuguese snacks and dishes...as well as the cream milk or aletria for dessert! If you want to participate in the preparation or confection you have at your disposal the fountain Santa! At the end, enjoy lunch on the terrace OF the FONTE SANTA house with a fantastic view over the port! In addition to the green wines of Minho and Douro, it will be served DA Limonada da Quinta, water and soft drinks. Good appetite!

Step beyond a traditional tasting and immerse yourself in a journey where every sip tells a story. From the moment you enter Taylor’s historic cellars, you are enveloped in centuries of tradition, craftsmanship, and passion. Each masterclass is more than a tasting — it is a curated exploration of Port wine at its finest, where rare vintages, aged Tawnies, and iconic Ports reveal layers of complexity, depth, and elegance. Guided by an expert host, you will discover subtle aromas, intricate textures, and the distinctive character that time, oak, and terroir have imparted to each wine. Overlooking the Douro River and the city of Porto, the setting transforms every taste into a moment of indulgence, reflection, and appreciation — a truly unforgettable experience for collectors, connoisseurs, and anyone who cherishes the art of fine wine.

Dive into Portuguese culture as you learn to make several dishes from scratch during this immersive cooking class. Join your private host in their home and create several dishes that showcase the flavors of the cuisine. After preparing your 3-course meal, enjoy the fruits of your labor paired with local wines.

Take the guesswork out of finding the best eats in Porto when you book this food and wine tasting tour of the city's beloved cafés and markets. Try regional delights, from sweet custard tarts to savory classics like a ‘bolinho de bacalhau’ codfish. Taste northern Portugal’s world-renowned export of Port and learn its history and cultural impact. Opt for a small-group or private tour with several tastings, or upgrade to also include a full meal at the end.

We're a proud small family-owned business with a rich heritage of crafting Port Wine for over 5 generations. Thanks to Portugal's entry into the EU, in 1993 we were finally able to bottle our wines under our very own brand. This makes us one of the newest Port Wine Houses in the Douro region, and we're thrilled to have you join us on this exciting journey! Our wines are raised, matured, and bottled in the Douro Valley, where the origin of the grapes is of utmost importance. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or new to the world of Port Wine, our friendly team is here to provide you with an unforgettable experience. Cheers!

The true “secret sauce” of this experience is the combination of in-depth knowledge and a warm and welcoming approach. Caio doesn’t just introduce wines—he guides participants through an authentic sensory and cultural journey, connecting each label to engaging stories, landscapes, and unique traditions of Portugal. His greatest asset is the light, accessible, and captivating way in which he translates the world of wine, making the experience unforgettable for both beginners and more experienced wine lovers.

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If you’re visiting Porto for the first time, get an intimate glimpse into Portugal’s second city during a private half-day tour—the ideal choice for visitors with limited time. A private guide ensures you receive personalized attention and tailored recommendations, while air-conditioned transport allows you to zip between highlights such as Torre & Igreja dos Clerigos and the Ribeira District with ease. Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included.