Private Portuguese Dining: Authentic Feast with a Local in Picturesque Almada

Experience a private and authentic Portuguese feast in Almada with local host Paula. Discover the cultural diversity of Portuguese cuisine and connect with local culture over food.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Dá Cacilhas - This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional culture and cuisine. Your experience will take place in Almada, just a short 7-minute ferry ride from downtown Lisbon. Paula will meet you at the ferry and take you on a lovely 10-minute walk through the center of town to her apartment. Start your meal…
What's Included
  • Portuguese wine
  • Gratuities
  • Private dining experience with host Paula
Additional Information

Experience a unique and personal Portuguese dinner at Paula’s residence in Almada. This is an ideal opportunity for anyone desiring to engage with local customs through culinary delights. Paula is a blend of the diverse cultures found in Portuguese cuisine, having stemmed from a Goan family with histories in Goa, Mozambique, and Portugal. A passion for…

Location
Dá Cacilhas
Largo Alfredo Dinis
Meet your host Paula at Da Cacilhas, a red kiosk located by the ferry exit in Cacilhas. Together you will walk 3-5 minutes through town to get to her apartment. Exact details can be found in the "Before you go" section of your ticket.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Kim_r
Oct 10, 2024
We had a wonderful day... - We had a wonderful day with Paula! We were able to explore the section of Lisbon she grew up with while she told us stories about living there. Each meal she created for us was delicious. We had a nice time sitting around the table with good food and wine while learning about the Portuguese culture. Would recommend for a fabulous and authentic experience!
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Csf0105rcamisc
Sep 30, 2024
Portuguese Dinner with Defne - We spent a delightful dinner meal in Defne’s garden. Food was delicious! Defne is very friendly and knowledgeable. We shared family meal experiences.
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Mark
Aug 14, 2024
Perfect family experience - Sofia and Carlos warmly welcomed us into their home. They prepared a fantastic meal - the best octopus I’ve ever had, freshly caught on their boat. My kids loved it. Dinner was a perfect family experience. I’d highly recommend it!
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O3657yjkristinm
Jul 10, 2024
Wonderful - My time with Paula was wonderful! She made me feel right at home for the moment she picked me up at the ferry to entering her home. She educated the significance of ingredients along the way, and I feel equipped to cook cultural dishes of Portugal back home for my family! Would 100% recommended and do again! Thank you Paula!!! -K
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H8665cfvickic
Jun 20, 2024
Cooking with Paula! - The cooking experience with Paula was informative and pleasurable. The hands on participation in her kitchen and sitting down enjoying the meal was an incentive to come home and prepare some Portuguese food with our friends. Thanks you Paula for your hospitality!
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Skhrnc
Jun 5, 2024
Cooking with Paula - Amazing day with Paula. Shopping in the market and then cooking in her home. It was great to get to know her culture and heritage through the food. Also shared the recipes with us. Can’t wait to try when we get home
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Christine
Jun 3, 2024
Authentic Portuguese Cooking - Such a lovely afternoon & evening with Paula. She taught me to make a couple of dishes & dessert. It was a hot day so she made fresh lemonade for us to have while we cooked. I also learned a few new techniques to try for when I get home. Thanks for everything Paula!
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Peggysm2959ir
May 22, 2024
Fabulous experience! - Paula is so fun! She’s a great cooking teacher and so friendly! Our whole family cooked and dined and visited with her. Definitely highlight of our trip!
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Julie
May 16, 2024
Wonderful evening with Paula - I had planned this cooking class with Paula as part of my wife’s 50th birthday trip. Paula was very responsive to questions prior to the class and communicated well with meeting instructions. We met off the ferry and walked to the butcher, then to Paula’s apartment. It was like visiting with an old friend. Paula is so personable and inviting. We made a delicious beef curry and Pastel de Nata. Paula is a wonderful cook and teacher. We had a great evening and highly recommend this experience for anyone, especially if you are looking for something different to do while on vacation.
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Christina
May 15, 2024
Amazing class ends in tasty results! - Paulinha was an amazing teacher and hostess for our cooking class. Using fresh ingredients straight from the market, our experience was great. My daughter and I both were able to be hands on learning new recipes and cooking under her guidance and the results were amazing and tasty. Finishing off the class by eating our accomplishments was a great end to this adventure. I would recommend this experience to any family or foodie who wants a genuine experience and connection while in Portugal.
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From $64
up to 6 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).