Private Porto Market Tour & Authentic Portuguese Cooking Class

Porto, Portugal

3 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Sample Menu

Starter

Codfish cakes or Caldo verde (kale soup) or Roasted chorizo

Main

Roasted pork knuckle or Seafood rice

or A classic codfish dish or Oven-baked octopus with olive oil and garlic

Dessert

Pastel de Nata

What's Included

Private hands-on Porto cooking class
Home-cooked traditional Portuguese meal
1-2 glasses of local wine
Optional: Guided tour of Mercado Municipal de Matosinhos

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Rua França Júnior
R. França Júnior, 4450-134 Matosinhos, Portugal
Depending on the experience you choose the meeting location is different, please check the 'before you go' section in your voucher for more details. Cooking class: Meet Jorge & Isabel directly at their apartment. Market tour: Meet Jorge at the entrance of Mercado Municipal de Matosinhos.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Menu is seasonal and subject to change.

If you have preferences or dietary restrictions please inform your host at the time of booking.
If you choose the market tour option, please note that Jorge's car can only accommodate 3 people. For groups of 3+ you need to arrange your own taxi from the market to Jorge's home.
For the 4:00 PM tour, instead of the market visit, the host shall offer a visit to two excellent local street shops. These are authentic, high-quality local businesses that provide a great alternative experience.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

5.0

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From Pastéis de Nata to New Friendships

Taheera_S, Jul 2026

If you're considering taking this cooking class, don't hesitate—it's one of the most memorable experiences we had in Portugal. From the moment we walked through the door, Jorge, Isabel and their son Miguel welcomed us into their home with such genuine warmth and kindness that we immediately felt comfortable. It never felt like a tourist activity; it felt like being invited into the home of old friends. Not only did we learn how to prepare several traditional Portuguese dishes, but we also learned about the stories, traditions, and culture behind the food. Isabel and her husband were incredibly patient, encouraged us every step of the way, and happily answered every question we had. Their passion for Portuguese cuisine and hospitality made the entire experience so engaging in a very calm setting on their terrace amidst the beautiful flowers in their garden. The food was absolutely delicious, from the savoury dishes to the incredible Pastéis de Nata. We're so excited to recreate these recipes back home in Toronto and share them with our friends and family. What stood out most, though, was sitting down together at the end of the class to enjoy the meal we had all prepared. It didn't feel like the end of a cooking lesson, it felt like a family gathering. Sharing stories, laughing together, and enjoying homemade food around the table is something we'll always remember. Thank you, Jorge and your wonderful family, for opening your home and your hearts to us. Your generosity, hospitality, and warmth made this one of the highlights of our first trip abroad. We left with full stomachs, new skills, wonderful memories, and the feeling that we had made new friends in Portugal. We truly hope to return one day with family and friends!

The best!

ian, Jun 2026

I've done many cookery experiences and cookery courses. This has to be the best yet. We were treated like family and left as friends. A truly fantastic way to spend a few hours.

Best experience ever

Robert_P, May 2026

This was an outstanding experience. Our hosts were so nice and made us feel welcome into their home as if we were having dinner with dear friends. We arrived to a welcome glass of wine and several tasty appetizers. We had great fun preparing the dishes and helping to cook. The food was authentic, delicious, and accompanied by excellent local wine. We prepared codfish fritters, roasted octopus with smashed potatoes and vegetables, and green beans. For desert we made roasted apples with cinnamon, anise, sugar, and port wine. The final treat was pastel de nata, which was the best we tasted anywhere in Portugal. Very nice wine was included. Jorge, Isabel, and family also shared their homemade recipe for a special sauce to garnish the octopus. I have been to 23 countries in Europe and without question this was the best event of any!