Private Portuguese Home Cooking Class in Lisbon with Defne




Join Defne in Lisbon for a private Portuguese cooking class in her home. In 1.5 hours, learn to create authentic dishes while discovering the cultural stories behind Portugal's flavors.
Experience Details
Enjoy a Portuguese cooking class in Lisbon in a local home. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Defne is a globe wanderer, her travels have taught her the value of connection, community, and empathy. Originally from Istanbul, she has a deep passion for exploring, discovering, and finding connections between cultures, food, people, places, and tastes. Join her on a mission to break down cultural barriers, one delicious bite at a time!
• Private Portuguese cooking class in Lisbon in a local home
• In 1.5 hours learn to cook an appetizer, main and dessert
• Get insight into how Portuguese food connects different cultures and traditions
• Experience timeless flavors of Portugal through the rich stories behind the food and its connection with other cultures
• Enjoy a delicious meal served with with coffee and Ginjinha, a classic Portuguese liqueur from Lisbon
• Lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan meals available, on request
Sample Menu
What You Get
Good To Know
- Defne can accommodate lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets, on request. Please inform her in advance if you have any dietary restrictions, while booking your Lisbon cooking class online.
- Please note Defne’s menu is seasonal and will change depending on the availability of local produce. If you have any preference, please let her know in advance.
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Private, personalized experience
What You’ll Experience
Meeting & Pickup
Praça Manuel Cerveira Pereira, Beato Lisboa Lisboa, Portugal, PT, 1900-208
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Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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