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 JúniorR. França Júnior, 4450-134 Matosinhos, Portugal
The meeting location varies depending on the experience you booked. Please check the “Know Before You Go” section of your voucher for exact details. Cooking Class: Meet Jorge and Isabel at their apartment. Market Tour + Cooking Class: Meet Jorge at the entrance to Mercado Municipal de Matosinhos.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- 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
based on 6 reviews
We had a truly unforgettable experience, made all the more special by our kind, gracious, and wonderfully welcoming hosts, who opened their lovely home—and their hearts—to us. From the market visit to the cooking class, every moment felt thoughtful, personal, and filled with genuine warmth. We were touched by the care and attention they gave us, as well as the generous and absolutely delicious lunch we shared together. By the end of the day, it no longer felt like we were guests on a tour; it felt as though we were spending precious time with dear friends and family. This is a beautiful experience we will remember with great affection.
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!
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.
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!
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