Put your chef's hat on, open a bottle of wine and learn how to master one of the classics of Portuguese gastronomy: a seafood cataplana. Enjoy a 3-hour immersive cooking class led by a rising star chef inside her fine-dining restaurant in the heart of Porto.

Gather your friends and family for this fun and intimate cooking class and learn something new together. All skill levels and ages are welcome, making it perfect for beginners, home chefs, families or couples.

Curious about what “cataplana” is? Want to hear cooking tips passed down from Grandma? Or perhaps you’re looking for foodie travel advice along the way? This is your moment to ask!

Porto Cooking Classes ticket price

We offer a tiered pricing structure for our Porto Cooking Classes to accommodate various group sizes:

• Two passionate souls: 350€

• A trio of culinary adventurers: 480€

• A fabulous foursome: 600€

• A high-spirited five: 625€

• A party of six: 125€ per person

We like to keep things intimate and cozy, so we've set a limit of 6 participants per class.

9 Reasons Why People Love this Cooking Class in Porto

• 3 hours of hands-on cooking class with a rising star, English-speaking, professional chef

• Not a generic class: it takes place inside a fine-dining restaurant in downtown Porto

• Small group experience, intimate setting

• Great insight into Porto’s unique and diverse gastronomy

• Step-by-step guidance to prepare a delicious 3-course meal (get personalized tips, share stories and laughs as your chef cooks with you)

• VIP access to the restaurant’s kitchen (see techniques, learn secrets, feel the real kitchen energy)

• Menus change seasonally so you can enjoy the freshest and most premium ingredients Portugal has to offer

• Enjoy the fruits of your labor with an amazing meal at the end of the cooking class: two appetizers and one main course (a Portuguese cuisine classic), paired with a local wine or a non-alcoholic drink, followed by a delicious dessert

• Your ticket also includes a charitable donation to a local NGO that helps the homeless people in Porto

FAQs about our Cooking Classes in Porto

• Are the cooking classes private? Yes. All of our cooking classes in Porto are private, giving you a personalized and intimate experience

• When can I schedule a cooking class? Cooking classes can be scheduled weekly, Wednesday to Saturday, upon request. Our main sessions are held on Saturdays from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, providing a delightful weekend experience for everyone

• What is the class size? Each cooking class in Porto runs with a minimum of 2 participants and a maximum of 6 participants

• What’s included in the price? The price covers all ingredients, tastings, drinks, and the full 3-course cooking experience. It also includes a charitable donation to a local NGO (no hidden fees)

• Can you accommodate dietary restrictions? Yes. We currently accommodate Vegetarians, No Alcohol, Shellfish Allergy, and Gluten Intolerance (please note that overlapping dietary restrictions may narrow our options)

• Are restrooms available? Yes, restrooms are available during the experience

• Can babies or toddlers attend? Yes! They are welcome to join without participating in the tastings, but their attendance must be communicated in advance for logistics and insurance purposes

• What languages are the cooking classes offered in? Classes are provided in English, and Portuguese is available upon request. For more info, contact at [email protected]

• Do I need to purchase tickets in advance? Yes, advanced purchase is required; we do not accept walk-ins

• How far in advance should I request a class? Cooking classes should be requested at least 3 days in advance. For example, if you want to attend the Saturday class, reservations are accepted until Wednesday

• Is pickup included? No. Pickup is not included, but the restaurant location in Porto is central and easy to reach

• What happens after I book? Once your booking is reviewed, you’ll receive a Kitchen Prep e-mail with all the next steps

• Do I get to take the recipes home? Yes! Every participant receives a recipe card of the Portuguese dishes cooked in class

• Do I need cooking experience? Not at all. These Porto cooking classes are designed for all levels (from complete beginners to passionate foodies)

• Can I book a cooking class in Porto for a special occasion? Absolutely! Many guests celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or team events with us. Just let us know when booking

Interested in a Cooking Class in Porto for larger groups?

If you’d like to organize a cooking class for a larger group, we’d be happy to help. Please contact us at [email protected] for more details.

Peace of mind policy

Let's imagine that you are unable to attend to the experience. Can you have a refund? The answer is yes.

• Cancellation requests submitted until 72h before the cooking class start will be fully refunded (minus the processing fees);

• Cancellation requests submitted between 72h and 24h before the cooking class start will be refunded in 80% of the total purchase value (minus the processing fees);

• Cancellation requests submitted 24h or less before the cooking class start are not eligible for any refund.

Refunds can only be processed back to the original credit or debit card used in the purchase. Processing fees: 1.5% + 0.25€ for European Union cards and 3.25% + 0.25€ for non-European Union cards.

As part of our "Peace Of Mind Policy", the first two cases listed above are eligible to be converted into Gift Cards. These are issued with the same purchase value, free of processing fees penalty, and two-year validity. They can be used and topped up for any Taste Porto experience. They can be redeemed by the guest or regifted.

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Taste Porto: Our Promise to You

At Taste Porto, we don’t settle for the postcard version of the city. Sure, Francesinha is delicious, and Pastel de Nata is amazing, but Porto is more than its greatest hits. Our professionals invite you to go deeper - because our mission is that, by the end of your journey, Porto won’t feel like a place you’ve visited; it’ll feel like a place you’ve come home to. Tens of thousands have experienced it. Anthony Bourdain approved. Rick Steves agrees. Now it’s your turn. Come taste the real Porto with us!