Top Northern Portugal Food & Drink Classes - page 2

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.

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.

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.

Get a true taste of Porto on this private food tour with a local guide. Come hungry, and visit everything from local hot spots to hidden gems for a look into the authentic side of Porto. Stop for tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food. Sample some port wine, pasteis de nata, and more. All tastings are included with the price of your ticket.

Make the most of your visit to Porto's historic Fonseca Port Wine Cellars with an immersive experience that combines a guided tour with an interactive cocktail workshop. With a small group, journey through the cellars to learn about port wine production and its history, before crafting three creative port wine cocktails—with plenty of guidance throughout. It's the perfect way to expand your knowledge, and far more interactive than your typical tour—ideal if you prefer a hands-on experience.

Taste the taste of the newly made Nate Pastel, a Portuguese classic Learn the secrets of making this iconic pastry in a practical workshop with a familiar setting while being part of a small group. Enjoy a fun and collaborative atmosphere while working with other participants. Discover the traditions behind one of Portugal’s most appreciated sweets while creating your own Root Nate Pastels. Guided step by step in a relaxed and creative studio environment, you will prepare the pasta, the creamy filling and learn the baking techniques used to get the perfect golden finish. Enjoy to taste your fresh sweets accompanied by local drinks and a good conversation. No previous cooking experience is required – only curiosity, creativity and appetite.

Discover the breathtaking Douro Valley on an intimate small-group wine tour from Porto, limited to just 8 guests for a truly authentic experience. Visit carefully selected family-owned wineries, meet local producers, and admire the spectacular vineyard landscapes of this UNESCO-listed wine region. Our small-group format allows for a slower pace, meaningful winery visits, and genuine connections with the people behind the wines.

Together with the resident family, you will be able to make and experience how the Portuguese make their meals. Using regional and seasonal products, you will build a menu, help prepare, or not, and then enjoy sitting at the table in the company of the hosts. Come share a meal with me and my family and discover the magic of a good conversation accompanied by excellent food. You don't even need to wash the dish at the end, it's included.

Immerse yourself in Portuguese culture—and learn a new skill—with this private cooking class in the heart of Porto or the countryside. Led by a local chef, explore a private vineyard and sample estate-produced wines before heading to the kitchen for your class. Learn the secrets to Portuguese recipes, passed down through generations, and enjoy a delicious farm-to-table meal paired with more wine.

Taste the beauty of Portugal’s wine during this full-day tour to the Douro Valley. Visit local vineyards where you taste world-class wines while admiring scenic views from the Douro’s terraced vineyards. Learn about the Douro Valley’s wine production process from the winemakers themselves. Satiate your appetite with a traditional lunch in the charming village of Pinhão. And of course, try Portugal’s famous port wines.

Appease your thirst for Port wine and learn about its production during this half-day walking tour in Porto. With your wine expert guide, visit multiple wine lodges and taste various Ports; learn how to identify the difference between Port families and how to taste them like a professional. Visit an interactive museum and a traditional wine cellar to learn about the history, harvest, and production of the wines of the Douro Valley. All tastings included.

Enjoy an amazing experience among wine and nature! Start with a walk through the vineyards where you can see the different grape varieties. Then, join a guided tour to the winery where you can learn about the winemaking process from the grapes' reception to the bottling area. After the tour, taste 2 Quinta de Santa Cristina wines. A 1-hour experience to know and enjoy the Vinho Verde region and Quinta de Santa Cristina identity.

This activity allows us to visit our Chestnut Interpretive Center, taste the Marron liqueur, which is an exclusive Chestnut product from our grocery store, accompanied by regional confectionery, namely the typical "Chocolate Billiard". The visit also allows to know our collection of chestnut roasts, which gathers specimens from Portugal, Spain, France and Italy.

Stuff yourself with delicious Portuguese cooking while learning the tricks of the trade on this guided gastronomy workshop in Porto. After deciding on what to cook with help from your friendly local guide, you’ll visit a supermarket and small garden to pick up everything you need to get started. Then your guide will take you to their own house to do the cooking. Enjoy fantastic Portuguese wine while you cook and snack on appetizers such as ham, cheese, olives and salad. After finishing your meal with your newfound friend you’ll be served dessert and traditional Port wine.

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.

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.

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!

The Douro Valley’s landscapes are replete with vineyards and bounteous produce: sip and sample the best of the region’s culinary offerings on this full-day tour from Porto. Alongside your guide, visit wine estates and spectacular viewpoints. See, too, the beauty of the Douro River during a boat ride and enjoy lunch in a typical Portuguese restaurant.

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.

This is not a cooking class or a typical farm tour. Guests spend the day on a working small farm and vineyard, exploring practical approaches to food resilience, preservation, self-sufficiency, and perennial food systems. Whether you live on a farm, in a suburb, or in a city apartment, you'll leave with a better understanding of where food comes from, how to build greater resilience into everyday life, and how to eat well even during disruptions and uncertainty. Along the way, guests enjoy a fusion lunch and local wine under the vines while sharing ideas and experiences. The focus is on practical knowledge, meaningful conversation, delicious food, and discovering that resilience can be both achievable and enjoyable. Guests leave with a practical resilience workbook and a clearer understanding of how to build a more self-reliant kitchen, pantry, and food system at whatever scale fits their lives.

Discover the art of making elegant chocolate-glazed éclairs in a charming 2.5-hour evening experience near Porto. Under the guidance of Cordon Bleu-trained baker, engage in a relaxed atmosphere where you’ll learn to prepare the choux pastry, create a smooth filling, and glaze your éclairs. While they cool, sip on Portuguese wine and enjoy light snacks with stunning views of the Douro River. This intimate setting, limited to just six guests, offers a unique culinary escape perfect for couples or friends looking to indulge in something sweet and memorable.

Come and join us for a fun and relaxed cooking class in the heart of a cozy apartment with a fantastic terrace without having to leave the city of Porto. You will have the opportunity to prepare delicious Portuguese Pasteis de Nata. Under the guidance of the resident family, you will create authentic delicacies that reflect the rich culture of Portuguese pastries. After the class, enjoy what you have prepared. Join us for an unforgettable experience of flavors, laughter, and good company!

Your day begins with a guided visit to a prestigious winery, where you will enjoy a premium wine tasting. During the visit, you will have the opportunity to sample carefully selected regional delicacies while discovering a selection of exceptional wines produced on the estate. We then continue along one of the most scenic roads in the Douro Valley, following the riverbanks and taking in breathtaking views of the UNESCO World Heritage terraced vineyards. For lunch, you will be welcomed to a carefully selected premium restaurant, renowned for its outstanding cuisine and spectacular views over the Douro River. Your meal will be perfectly complemented by a selection of local wines, creating a truly memorable dining experience. In the afternoon, you will board a private boat for a relaxing cruise along the Douro River towards Pinhão. This is the perfect opportunity to unwind, admire the valley's magnificent landscapes, and enjoy a few special surprises prepared along the way.

Take a break from strolling the streets of Braganca and give your sweet tooth a treat with this tasting experience. Candies, nuts, and liqueur are all on the menu as you sample the local offerings. Savor the flavor of two different chestnut liqueurs as well as two different chestnut pastry candies. You'll also learn how the chestnuts are produced and processed in Tras-os-Montes. View a collection of chestnuts in this workshop then head back out into Braganca.