Top Portugal Pasta Making Classes

You can hardly set foot in Lisbon without running into a pastel de nata stand within minutes of arriving. This egg custard tart is one of the well-known culinary staples of Lisbon and a must-try when visiting. Go beyond sampling and learn how to bake these treats yourself during this cooking class. Step-by-step instructions from a cook with teach you how to make these delicious delights using the same recipe that’s ensured for almost 200 years.

Prepare for a delectable half-day journey with a local family, where you'll be embraced as kin and immersed in the genuine spirit of the island. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with authentic Azorean cuisine, lovingly crafted in a traditional wood-fired oven adorned with volcanic stones. This ancient method of cooking yields an unparalleled flavor, as each dish is infused with the passion and devotion devoted to these time-honored recipes. Get ready for an unforgettable dining experience.

Satisfy your sweet tooth and make traditional Portuguese pastry in this hands-on class led by a pastry chef. You’ll be able to learn recipes for two different pastries such as pastel de nata (a custard tart), Abbot of Priscos pudding, Ovos Moles de Aveiro (egg yolk sweets), Portuguese Almond Cake, and others. After the class, enjoy the treats with beverages.

Learn the secrets and spices of the Portuguese kitchen at a Lisbon cooking class pairing hands-on cooking experience with Portuguese wines and delicious food. You'll nibble on olives, chorizo, and fresh bread as you prepare a 3-course menu that uses seasonal ingredients in a fish dish, meat recipe, and dessert, then sit down to enjoy the meal you've prepared. Limited to a small group to ensure personal help from the chef, this cooking class is a great introduction to Portuguese cuisine.

One of Portugal's most famous dishes is the pastel de nata, or custard tart. This delicious dessert can be found in every cafe around the country but you can learn to prepare the tasty treat during a hands-on cooking class right in the heart of Lisbon. You also learn to make another Portuguese pastry, making this class a 2-for-1 special.

Perfect the art of making one of Portugal’s sweetest treats during a *pasteis de nata* (custard tart) cooking class in Lisbon. You’ll enjoy personalized instruction in a small group limited to only 12 others, as you make everything—including the pastry—from scratch. Plus, the short duration of this tour means you’ll have plenty of time for sightseeing before and after.

Visit a local market and learn how to cook authentic Portuguese and Portuguese-influenced Goan dishes. Your host Paula invites you into her home where you will learn how to create traditional family recipes. Create a variety of appetizers and main dishes, then sit down to enjoy your creations. Round the evening off with a tasty dessert.

One of the best ways to immerse yourself in a culture is by learning to cook the food. During this hands-on workshop, learn to prepare traditional Portuguese dishes alongside a guide and small group. Listen to stories about the recipes and how they've been passed down through the generations and sit down to enjoy your meal, paired with local wines, at the end of the class.