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Host: Jorge and Isabel

Porto, Portugal

USD
$86-$146 per person

Porto Market Tour & Authentic Portuguese Cooking Class

Host offerings
  • Apartment
  • Home cook
  • Pets
  • Vegetarian
  • Alcohol
  • Transportation
  • Cooking class
  • Market visit
  • Food Tour

Meet Jorge and Isabel

Jorge and Isabel are passionate chefs in Porto who come from a family of great cooks. Jorge’s father is a retired master pastry chef, and both Jorge and Isabel have spent their lives working in kitchens and restaurants. Today, they open their home in the heart of Porto to travelers eager to learn the secrets of traditional Portuguese home cooking. Join this welcoming couple for an intimate cooking class, enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal, sip local wine, and share stories around the table. Whether you’re searching for 'authentic cooking classes in Porto' or 'local food experiences in Portugal', Jorge and Isabel offer an unforgettable culinary experience that will make you feel right at home.

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

Cooking experience: (1-8 guests) Join Jorge and Isabel in their cozy apartment, complete with a wooden porch and a charming terrace filled with over 200 potted plants. During your hands-on Porto cooking class, you'll prepare a full traditional Portuguese meal from scratch - including an appetizer, a main course, and the iconic Portuguese dessert, Pastel de Nata. Learn how to make popular starters like codfish cakes, caldo verde (kale soup), or roasted chorizo. For the main course, you might cook roasted pork knuckle, seafood rice, a classic codfish dish, or oven-baked octopus with olive oil and garlic. As you cook, enjoy a drink and some light snacks while Jorge and Isabel guide you step by step. Once the cooking is done, sit down together to share the delicious meal you helped prepare.

This authentic cooking class in Porto is perfect for food lovers or anyone interested in learning how to cook a traditional Portuguese meal, while discovering more about the country’s history, culture, and local life.

Market visit: (1-8 guests) For your market tour, please meet Jorge at Mercado Municipal de Matosinhos, a traditional Portuguese market just outside Porto. The market is divided into two levels: the upper level offers fresh vegetables, fruits, and meats, while the lower level is home to one of the region’s best fresh fish markets. Explore the stalls with Jorge, meet local vendors, and shop for seasonal ingredients you'll use later in your cooking class. After the market tour, enjoy a 20-minute drive to Jorge’s home, where you'll cook a delicious Portuguese meal from scratch.

This hands-on market-to-table cooking experience in Porto is perfect for food lovers eager to discover local flavors and traditional recipes in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Notes:
1. 1-2 glasses of local wine is included in the cost of the experience.
2. If you choose the market tour option, please note that Jorge's car can only accommodate 3 people. For groups of 3+ you need to arrange your own taxi from the market to Jorge's home.
3. For the 4:00 PM tour, instead of the market visit, the host shall offer a visit to two excellent local street shops. These are authentic, high-quality local businesses that provide a great alternative experience.

Languages spoken: Portuguese, English, French

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Appetizer: Codfish cakes or Caldo verde (kale soup) or Roasted chorizo
  • Main: Roasted pork knuckle or Seafood rice or A classic codfish dish or Oven-baked octopus with olive oil and garlic
  • Dessert: Pastel de Nata
  • 1-2 glasses of wine

Traveler reviews

5.0 (5)
If you're considering taking this cooking class, don't hesitate—it's one of the most memorable experiences we had in Portugal. From the moment we walked through the door, Jorge, Isabel and their son Miguel welcomed us into their home with such genuine warmth and kindness that we immediately felt comfortable. It never felt like a tourist activity; it felt like being invited into the home of old friends. Not only did we learn how to prepare several traditional Portuguese dishes, but we also learned about the stories, traditions, and culture behind the food. Isabel and her husband were incredibly patient, encouraged us every step of the way, and happily answered every question we had. Their passion for Portuguese cuisine and hospitality made the entire experience so engaging in a very calm setting on their terrace amidst the beautiful flowers in their garden. The food was absolutely delicious, from the savoury dishes to the incredible Pastéis de Nata. We're so excited to recreate these recipes back home in Toronto and share them with our friends and family. What stood out most, though, was sitting down together at the end of the class to enjoy the meal we had all prepared. It didn't feel like the end of a cooking lesson, it felt like a family gathering. Sharing stories, laughing together, and enjoying homemade food around the table is something we'll always remember. Thank you, Jorge and your wonderful family, for opening your home and your hearts to us. Your generosity, hospitality, and warmth made this one of the highlights of our first trip abroad. We left with full stomachs, new skills, wonderful memories, and the feeling that we had made new friends in Portugal. We truly hope to return one day with family and friends!
- taheer July 02, 2026
The hosts, Jorge, Isabel and Miguel were very welcoming. Their apartment balcony was large and where we cooked our meal. Everything was ready and organized. A very good meal of cheese and sardines for appetizers, shrimp and Torbut fish with market vegetables and excellent wine. We made pastel de nata for dessert. Scrumptious!
- carmen June 27, 2026
I've done many cookery experiences and cookery courses. This has to be the best yet. We were treated like family and left as friends. A truly fantastic way to spend a few hours.
- ian June 15, 2026
This was an outstanding experience. Our hosts were so nice and made us feel welcome into their home as if we were having dinner with dear friends. We arrived to a welcome glass of wine and several tasty appetizers. We had great fun preparing the dishes and helping to cook. The food was authentic, delicious, and accompanied by excellent local wine. We prepared codfish fritters, roasted octopus with smashed potatoes and vegetables, and green beans. For desert we made roasted apples with cinnamon, anise, sugar, and port wine. The final treat was pastel de nata, which was the best we tasted anywhere in Portugal. Very nice wine was included. Jorge, Isabel, and family also shared their homemade recipe for a special sauce to garnish the octopus. I have been to 23 countries in Europe and without question this was the best event of any!
- robert May 01, 2026
We really enjoyed our time sharing this cooking experience with their family in their home. They were very generous and the pastel de nata was amazing!
- janet March 21, 2026

Jorge and Isabel

$86-$146 USD

per person
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  • Private experience
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $108 $92 $86
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 $146 $120 $110
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $108 $92 $86
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 $146 $120 $110
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 10:00am-1:00pm 5:00pm-8:00pm
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 9:00am-1:00pm 4:00pm-8:00pm

Meet Jorge and Isabel

Jorge and Isabel are passionate chefs in Porto who come from a family of great cooks. Jorge’s father is a retired master pastry chef, and both Jorge and Isabel have spent their lives working in kitchens and restaurants. Today, they open their home in the heart of Porto to travelers eager to learn the secrets of traditional Portuguese home cooking. Join this welcoming couple for an intimate cooking class, enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal, sip local wine, and share stories around the table. Whether you’re searching for 'authentic cooking classes in Porto' or 'local food experiences in Portugal', Jorge and Isabel offer an unforgettable culinary experience that will make you feel right at home.

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

Cooking experience: (1-8 guests) Join Jorge and Isabel in their cozy apartment, complete with a wooden porch and a charming terrace filled with over 200 potted plants. During your hands-on Porto cooking class, you'll prepare a full traditional Portuguese meal from scratch - including an appetizer, a main course, and the iconic Portuguese dessert, Pastel de Nata. Learn how to make popular starters like codfish cakes, caldo verde (kale soup), or roasted chorizo. For the main course, you might cook roasted pork knuckle, seafood rice, a classic codfish dish, or oven-baked octopus with olive oil and garlic. As you cook, enjoy a drink and some light snacks while Jorge and Isabel guide you step by step. Once the cooking is done, sit down together to share the delicious meal you helped prepare.

This authentic cooking class in Porto is perfect for food lovers or anyone interested in learning how to cook a traditional Portuguese meal, while discovering more about the country’s history, culture, and local life.

Market visit: (1-8 guests) For your market tour, please meet Jorge at Mercado Municipal de Matosinhos, a traditional Portuguese market just outside Porto. The market is divided into two levels: the upper level offers fresh vegetables, fruits, and meats, while the lower level is home to one of the region’s best fresh fish markets. Explore the stalls with Jorge, meet local vendors, and shop for seasonal ingredients you'll use later in your cooking class. After the market tour, enjoy a 20-minute drive to Jorge’s home, where you'll cook a delicious Portuguese meal from scratch.

This hands-on market-to-table cooking experience in Porto is perfect for food lovers eager to discover local flavors and traditional recipes in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Notes:
1. 1-2 glasses of local wine is included in the cost of the experience.
2. If you choose the market tour option, please note that Jorge's car can only accommodate 3 people. For groups of 3+ you need to arrange your own taxi from the market to Jorge's home.
3. For the 4:00 PM tour, instead of the market visit, the host shall offer a visit to two excellent local street shops. These are authentic, high-quality local businesses that provide a great alternative experience.

Languages spoken: Portuguese, English, French

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Appetizer: Codfish cakes or Caldo verde (kale soup) or Roasted chorizo
  • Main: Roasted pork knuckle or Seafood rice or A classic codfish dish or Oven-baked octopus with olive oil and garlic
  • Dessert: Pastel de Nata
  • 1-2 glasses of wine

Traveler reviews

5.0 (5)
If you're considering taking this cooking class, don't hesitate—it's one of the most memorable experiences we had in Portugal. From the moment we walked through the door, Jorge, Isabel and their son Miguel welcomed us into their home with such genuine warmth and kindness that we immediately felt comfortable. It never felt like a tourist activity; it felt like being invited into the home of old friends. Not only did we learn how to prepare several traditional Portuguese dishes, but we also learned about the stories, traditions, and culture behind the food. Isabel and her husband were incredibly patient, encouraged us every step of the way, and happily answered every question we had. Their passion for Portuguese cuisine and hospitality made the entire experience so engaging in a very calm setting on their terrace amidst the beautiful flowers in their garden. The food was absolutely delicious, from the savoury dishes to the incredible Pastéis de Nata. We're so excited to recreate these recipes back home in Toronto and share them with our friends and family. What stood out most, though, was sitting down together at the end of the class to enjoy the meal we had all prepared. It didn't feel like the end of a cooking lesson, it felt like a family gathering. Sharing stories, laughing together, and enjoying homemade food around the table is something we'll always remember. Thank you, Jorge and your wonderful family, for opening your home and your hearts to us. Your generosity, hospitality, and warmth made this one of the highlights of our first trip abroad. We left with full stomachs, new skills, wonderful memories, and the feeling that we had made new friends in Portugal. We truly hope to return one day with family and friends!
- taheer July 02, 2026
The hosts, Jorge, Isabel and Miguel were very welcoming. Their apartment balcony was large and where we cooked our meal. Everything was ready and organized. A very good meal of cheese and sardines for appetizers, shrimp and Torbut fish with market vegetables and excellent wine. We made pastel de nata for dessert. Scrumptious!
- carmen June 27, 2026
I've done many cookery experiences and cookery courses. This has to be the best yet. We were treated like family and left as friends. A truly fantastic way to spend a few hours.
- ian June 15, 2026
This was an outstanding experience. Our hosts were so nice and made us feel welcome into their home as if we were having dinner with dear friends. We arrived to a welcome glass of wine and several tasty appetizers. We had great fun preparing the dishes and helping to cook. The food was authentic, delicious, and accompanied by excellent local wine. We prepared codfish fritters, roasted octopus with smashed potatoes and vegetables, and green beans. For desert we made roasted apples with cinnamon, anise, sugar, and port wine. The final treat was pastel de nata, which was the best we tasted anywhere in Portugal. Very nice wine was included. Jorge, Isabel, and family also shared their homemade recipe for a special sauce to garnish the octopus. I have been to 23 countries in Europe and without question this was the best event of any!
- robert May 01, 2026
We really enjoyed our time sharing this cooking experience with their family in their home. They were very generous and the pastel de nata was amazing!
- janet March 21, 2026
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $108 $92 $86
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 $146 $120 $110
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Cooking Experience + Meal
 $108 $92 $86
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 $146 $120 $110
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 10:00am-1:00pm 5:00pm-8:00pm
Market Tour+ Cooking Experience + Meal
 9:00am-1:00pm 4:00pm-8:00pm
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