Portuguese Home Cooking Class in Lisbon with Local Mom, Cristina
At a glance
Portuguese Home Cooking Class in Lisbon with Local Mom, Cristina is a 3h private experience in Lisbon, Portugal, operated by Traveling Spoon. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 20 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $155 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private cooking class with your host Cristina, Local alcohol (1-2 glasses), Homecooked meal.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Join your local host Cristina at her cozy apartment kitchen and learn to cook traditional Portuguese family recipes Cristina usually prepares for her family. You will learn to make three traditional dishes from scratch, potential ones being caldo verde (a hearty and comforting traditional potato and kale soup) or carne de porco a Alentejana (a traditional Portuguese dish of pork cooked with clams and coriander). Your authentic Portuguese meal will conclude with a dessert of arroz doce, a typical sweet rice pudding. Your hands-on cooking class will last about an hour and a half before you sit down to enjoy the meal you helped prepared with Cristina over a glass of wine and delightful conversation.
Don't miss out on this wonderful way to experience Portuguese culture through its delicious cuisine and a welcoming local!
What's included
What's included
- Private cooking class with your host Cristina
- Local alcohol (1-2 glasses)
- Homecooked meal
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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This Lisbon cooking class offers a unique opportunity to step inside a local home and experience authentic Portuguese culture and cuisine. Meet your host, Cristina, at her Lisbon apartment in a charming residential neighborhood away from the tourist crowds. In her warm kitchen, you’ll learn to cook three traditional Portuguese family recipes from scratch—such as a classic appetizer or soup, a flavorful fish or meat main course, and a homemade dessert. This hands-on cooking class lasts about 90 minutes, followed by a relaxed meal where you’ll sit down with Cristina to enjoy the dishes you prepared together paired with local wine. It’s an intimate, welcoming experience that gives travelers a true taste of local Lisbon life.
Meeting point
Please meet Cristina at her apartment in the Benfica neighborhood of Lisbon. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your voucher for the exact address, the above only offers neighborhood details, and not the exact address. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.
Good to know
- Menu may vary depending on the season
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Private, personalized experience
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Portuguese Home Cooking Class in Lisbon with Local Mom, Cristina take?
The experience lasts about 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $155 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Private cooking class with your host Cristina; Local alcohol (1-2 glasses); Homecooked meal.
Where does it start?
Please meet Cristina at her apartment in the Benfica neighborhood of Lisbon. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your voucher for the exact address, the above only offers neighborhood details, and not the exact address. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Portuguese, English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 20 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Lisbon.
