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Traditional Cooking Class, Farm Tour & Lunch in the Douro Valley
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31 Ratings
Marco de Canaveses
Join us at our Quinta for the Traditional Portuguese Cooking Class, where organic farming, local cuisine, and a genuine connection to nature come together to create an extraordinary experience.
Join us at our Quinta for the Traditional Portuguese Cooking Class, where organic farming, local cuisine, and a genuine connection to nature come together to create an extraordinary experience.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Quinta de Louredo - Agricultura Biológica e Turismo - Step into the heart of Portuguese culinary magic with our immersive cooking class at Quinta de Louredo in charming Freixo. I’m Alfredo, your guide to the world of organic farming and the beauty of our panoramic farm.
Our journey begins with a farm stroll, connecting with vibrant fruits, veggies,…
- Quinta de Louredo - Agricultura Biológica e Turismo - Step into the heart of Portuguese culinary magic with our immersive cooking class at Quinta de Louredo in charming Freixo. I’m Alfredo, your guide to the world of organic farming and the beauty of our panoramic farm.
Our journey begins with a farm stroll, connecting with vibrant fruits, veggies, and aromatic herbs. Picture this: a delightful aperitif moment with homegrown olives, fresh bread, and a sip of our refreshing green wine or grape juice.
Celebrate our farm’s richness with a tasting experience of our exquisite olive oil. Then, dive into hands-on cooking, crafting a three-course Portuguese feast – fish, farm-fresh meat, or a tasty vegetarian option. Throughout the cooking class, I’ll share the wisdom passed down from my beloved grandmother, who instilled in me a deep appreciation for Portuguese cuisine and the simple joys of life.
Join us around the table to savor the flavors of Quinta de Louredo. Consider our day trip package for a full countryside experience. Come, let’s cook up joy, flavor, and the rustic charm of our farm together!
What's Included
- Lunch included
- Alcoholic beverages served
- Lunch included
- Alcoholic beverages served
Location
Quinta de Louredo - Agricultura Biológica e Turismo
Rua Lourêdo
By car:
When you arrive at the bottom of the hill, you can park right there in front of the farmhouse and we will come to meet you outside.
By train:
Take the train to Marco de Canaveses (1h scenic ride from Porto!) and then a taxi (5 - 10 mins), we can arrange this for you at your cost.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(31 Ratings)
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Z8412sikarene
Oct 13, 2024
An unparalleled experience! - We absolutely loved our experience with Fabio and his family! We were greeted with a brunch of farm cheeses, bread and coffee (or wine!) then a tour of their farm to collect eggs and lemons for our meal (and persimmons off the tree as a snack). And we also saw how the wildfires in September had directly affected them.
Fabio was a wonderful interesting host - we cooked a traditional 3 course Portuguese meal that was by far the best and very different than food than we had had in restaurants on our 14 day trip. The tomato-onion soup with a poached egg and the lemon egg custard and sweet egg noodle desserts were simple and exquisite. Their delicious “Mica” vinho verde wine was plentiful and so good we decided to buy a few bottles for later! Thank you Fabio for your warm hospitality- we will certainly be recommending you to our friends traveling to Portugal!
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Ramona_v
Oct 5, 2024
Worth the Trip! Highly Recommend! - We loved harvesting /using organic ingredients sourced from the farm… and cooking and eating them!
We also enjoyed the delicious breakfast/ appetizer spread he served us before the cooking class.
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Megan_g
Oct 3, 2024
Authentic experience makes you feel like family - We had a great time! We were greeted by a pack of adorable rescue dogs before meeting Fabio, who was an excellent host. Despite the recent fires, we still were able to do a farm tour, where we met all of their animals and gathered some fruit and eggs for our meal. Fabio guided us through cooking a great, authentic meal, sharing stories of the local culture, food, and his family. It was a fantastic experience. Definitely recommend!
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Joan_b
Aug 22, 2024
Perfect day at an organic farm - Fabio was wonderful! And his family was delightful as well! The farm is beautiful. The food was delicious and fresh- all taken from the farm or local farms. Cooking with Fabio was so much fun and the food was fabulous!! It was an experience to cherish. Thank you Fabio!!
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Michaelsweetsf
Aug 16, 2024
Outstanding excursion for couples, families or small groups - We had a great time with Fabio. He greeted us with a lovely spread of local cheese, fresh bread and coffee. Then toured us around his farm before bringing us back to his kitchen to prepare the meal. He is a wonderful host and a fantastic cook. His farm is lovely and he is a wealth of information about Portugal and the Douro Valley. We have vegetarians in our group and Fabio modified recipes to accommodated everyone. My teenage kids - who aren’t always the easiest to please - said this excursion was the highlight of our trip to Portugal. I agree. Come hungry!
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Konstantin_h
Aug 1, 2024
Farm day with happy dogs - This trip was the undisputed highlight of our Portugal holiday! Having taken the train to Marco de Canaveses, we were greeted on the farm by a whole bunch of super excited dogs. That, together with Fabio’s warm and welcoming nature, immediately made us feel at home. After a delicious cheese platter and some even more delicious wine, we set out to explore the farm and make friends with all the animals and livestock, before returning to the kitchen with more freshly picked fruit and produce than we could carry. What followed was a masterclass in traditional Portuguese cuisine that made us want to try out every single recipe of our three-and-a-half-course meal back home. Our time at Quinta de Louredo was hugely enjoyable and had it not been for our previous plans that night, we would have loved to stay even longer. Talking at length to Fabio gave us a much better insight into country and culture than any guided tour ever could. He is a terrific host and we can wholeheartedly recommend spending a day at his farm!
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Terri_b
Jul 14, 2024
Farm/winery day of relaxed joy - A delight! The best way to immerse yourself in the Portuguese culture. Our family of 5 spent the day with Fabio on his slice of paradise. We started the day with wine and fresh cheese and bread then Had a lovely walk around the farm; the menagerie of farm animals: dogs, cats, pigs, baby chicks and miniature cow along with fresh fruit hanging from trees that we tasted on the way. Back at the farm house we enjoyed much more wine (made by Fabio) along with a lovely lunch and delicious dessert. Fabio, along with 2 other guests, made this the highlight of our time spent in Porto.
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Ginny_r
Jul 2, 2024
Delicious food and wine on the farm - Fabio led our cooking class and it was so much fun. He led us around the farm and we picked fresh fruit as we walked along. The food we made was delicious and lots of wine made right there at the farm. Its out in the country, but that is what makes it so special. Don’t hesitate to book this one.
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Seana_w
Jun 29, 2024
An excellent learning experience for the culinary curious taught by a farmer who cares! - We read the reviews of how fabulous this experience is with Alfredo. Well, his energetic son Fabio is also an amazing host and teacher. We loved the farm tour and the food we made together was exceptional in quality as is the quinta's wine. Make the trip!
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Diane_r
Jun 23, 2024
A special spot and a special family - This was the most lovely day! Fabio was so kind to share his farm with us. We enjoyed meeting all his animals; from a flock of geese to his many dogs, to his resident cow, they were all wonderful. We picked lemons, plums, and strawberries and then used our bounty in the dishes we prepared for lunch. His kitchen is spacious and seven of us enjoyed cooking together. The food was absolutely delicious. I will try and recreate his tomato soup once back home. We enjoyed cold pressed olive oil from the olives on his property, along with a crisp white wine they make with the grapes they grow. The best part of the day was getting a glimpse into Fabio’s love of family. Fabio’s Dad, Alfredo, was ill and in the hospital and it was obvious how much it upset Fabio. Fabio’s wife and two daughters made an appearance during our visit and clearly are the loves of his life. This is a special family and a special farm. Don’t hesitate to book this outing. You will love every minute.
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