From Market to Plate: visit Funchal market & culinary experience

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From Market to Plate: visit Funchal market & culinary experience

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 US$127.69  per guest
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Earliest available date: August 25, 2026
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 6 guests
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Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
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Language
English, French, Portuguese
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Other
Vegetarian, Pescetarian, Family-friendly
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

- Visit to the vibrant local market;

- Exotic fruits tasting;

- Discover the unique flavors of Madeiran cooking while blending it with flavors of the world;

- An opportunity to ask a talented and approachable chef any culinary question;

- Learn new cooking techniques to try at home;

- Delightful and outstading meals;

- Zero waste restaurant;

- Lovely qualified tour guide;

Sample Menu

STARTER
Loca fish ceviche
MAIN
Local fish espada breaded with almond
Served with banana guacamole
MAIN
Madeiran “Espetada”
Beef on a skewer madeiran style
MAIN
All drinks included
Portuguese red and white wine, water , fresh lemonade and coffee
DESSERT
Chefs speciality

What You Get

Lunch
Starter; Fish Dish; Meat Dish; Dessert
Qualified local guide
Snacks
Local and exotic fruits tasting
Private transportation

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available

What You’ll Experience

Have a Cooking Show led by an amazing Chef! We start with a detailed visit to the local market where the origins, history and traditions of tropical fruits, exotic flowers, unusual fish and seasonal vegetables will be explained. After a 5 minute walk, we shall take a lift to the rooftop of an hotel, where you will be surprised by an outstanding view over the city of Funchal, and where a young, dynamic and relaxed team awaits to teach you along a no hands on approach. It's rather a cooking show instead. From simple local fish ceviche to emblematic espada fish with banana guacamole to “espetada”, beef on the skewer, the world of fusion cooking is demystified and made easy and fun with our amazing Chef exhibition and explanation. Learn the basics and beyond, so you can pick a few tricks for your home kitchen. Each cooking experience ends with a delicious lunch and carefully chosen Portuguese wines. You will gather around our table, on the rooftop, with an outstanding view, to enjoy your wonderful meal and exchange conversation with others that share your love for all things culinary. A minimum of 4 people is required. If not met, we will contact you for rescheduling or refunding.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Mercado dos Lavradores, Largo dos Lavradores, Funchal (Santa Maria Maior) Funchal Madeira, Portugal, PT, 9060-158

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In front of main entrance of local Market
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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4.6
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based on 39 reviews
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We wouldn't have discovered that on our own
May 07, 2026

Very informative competent and friendly walking tour with 7 stops food in the old town of Funchal

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From market to kitchen to plate
April 06, 2026

Having hugely enjoyed their Food and Culture tour on our last visit we decided to try another and it didn't disappoint. Our excellent guide explained the history of Funchal's main fresh food market...read more

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A beautiful market and lovely restaurant
March 19, 2026

The culinary experience is sitting at The Chef's Table watching them cook. It was so much fun and the interaction was so joyful as they prepared our food as well as for the entire restaurant. Ana...read more

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Nice tour and lunch, but not a cooking class
October 16, 2025

So … The GOOD here is an excellent tour through the Funchal main market with explanation of history of food on the island and a tasting of local fruits. Our guide Isabel explained things very wel...read more

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Best on the best: Food on foot
October 15, 2025

Very friendly and smiling guide, interesting visit! She was able to answer all our questions! Group homogeneous and friendly! Delicious tastings

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