Portugal · DINING EXPERIENCES
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 7 dining experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Taste Porto through cod cakes, bifanas, Port, ginjinha, market visits, and local taverns on a small-group walking tour with optional meal.
“Maria was FANTASTIC!!! Knowledgeable, kind, and fun! Food was really good and the walking wasn't too much. 10/10”
Taste sardines, seafood rice, pastel de nata, and four Portuguese drinks while exploring Lisbon’s Baixa with a local guide.
“Our guide Ruth is a wonderful girl! She is funny, smart and knows the city very well! Food was amazing! We really enjoyed”
Hear soulful Fado in Lisbon’s Bairro Alto with a local guide, Portuguese dinner, wine or beer, and ginjinha for $57.
“I took part in this tour with my husband and kids (Teenagers) and we had a great time! Our guides, Carolina and Joao were fantastic! We learned a lot about fado music, had a delicious meal and enjoyed the company of lovely people at our table. Thank you for this experience and a special thanks to lovely Carolina!”
Walk Lisbon’s Alfama and Mouraria, eat a Portuguese dinner, and hear live Fado in an intimate traditional Fado house.
“Miguel, our guide, was fantastic, he gave us an overview of the area and its history as well as the history of Fado. Thank you.”
Taste Porto through family-run eateries, local wine, Francesinha, cod, and Caldo Verde on a small-group evening food walk.
“Our guide, “G” was an excellent tour guide who gave us a local’s experience. He was knowledgeable of the food and drinks. He made sure there were vegetarian options at each stop. We had a fabulous time meeting other travelers and sharing food and drinks. Would definitely recommend this tour to other travelers. Thanks G!”
Review of Furnas by night: soak in Poça da Dona Beija, eat volcanic cozido, walk the caldera, and return to Ponta Delgada.
“We spent our last night in Acores with Paulo, he is an incredible guide, sharing stories about the island during the whole journey. Also the dinner and the hot spring were very nice too. Hardly recommend this experience.”
Cook a Portuguese dinner in Lisbon with wine, local products, and hands-on guidance in a friendly small-group class led by skilled chefs.
“Enjoyed learning about the different foods used in Portuguese cooking. We were able to participate and also learn the differences between American and Portuguese cooking. Liked some better than others.”
Pick a coastline, a cellar or a cave.
