Private Portuguese Home Cooking Class in Lisbon with Defne
At a glance
Private Portuguese Home Cooking Class in Lisbon with Defne is a 3h private experience in Lisbon, Portugal, operated by Traveling Spoon. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 22 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $129 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Alcoholic Beverages, Private Portuguese cooking class with your host Defne, Authentic meal with a local in her home.
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, Turkish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Enjoy a Portuguese cooking class in Lisbon in a local home. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Defne is a globe wanderer, her travels have taught her the value of connection, community, and empathy. Originally from Istanbul, she has a deep passion for exploring, discovering, and finding connections between cultures, food, people, places, and tastes. Join her on a mission to break down cultural barriers, one delicious bite at a time!
• Private Portuguese cooking class in Lisbon in a local home
• In 1.5 hours learn to cook an appetizer, main and dessert
• Get insight into how Portuguese food connects different cultures and traditions
• Experience timeless flavors of Portugal through the rich stories behind the food and its connection with other cultures
• Enjoy a delicious meal served with with coffee and Ginjinha, a classic Portuguese liqueur from Lisbon
• Lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan meals available, on request
What's included
What's included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Private Portuguese cooking class with your host Defne
- Authentic meal with a local in her home
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional culture and cuisine. Join Defne for a Portuguese cooking class in Lisbon and cook together three dishes from scratch. In your 1.5 hour hands-on class you will learn to make an appetizer, main dish and dessert. While you cook she will share stories behind the dishes, how they are cooked in other cultures, and will share lots of tips and tricks! End your Lisbon cooking class with some coffee and a taste of Ginjinha, a classic Portuguese liqueur from Lisbon.
During your experience with her, you can expect to enjoy classic Portuguese dishes, from the Mediterranean and beyond. Enjoy a fresh meal at Defne’s beautiful dining table in her living room or outdoors in the garden, when weather permits. A few dishes that you mish try are tremoços (pickled beans) and olives, salada de grão-de-bico (chickpea salad), caldeirada de peixe (fish stew) and arroz de doce (rice pudding). Your meal will be served with two glasses of Portuguese wine.
Please note Defne’s menu is seasonal and will change depending on the availability of local produce. If you have any preference, please let her know in advance.
Meeting point
Please meet your host at her apartment in Olaias. Please contact your host for the exact apartment number and address details upon booking confirmation.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Private, personalized experience
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Defne can accommodate lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets, on request. Please inform her in advance if you have any dietary restrictions, while booking your Lisbon cooking class online.
- Please note Defne’s menu is seasonal and will change depending on the availability of local produce. If you have any preference, please let her know in advance.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Portuguese Home Cooking Class in Lisbon with Defne take?
The experience lasts about 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $129 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?
Alcoholic Beverages; Private Portuguese cooking class with your host Defne; Authentic meal with a local in her home.
Where does it start?
Please meet your host at her apartment in Olaias. Please contact your host for the exact apartment number and address details upon booking confirmation.
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, Turkish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 22 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Lisbon.
