Traditional Lisbon Food Tasting Experience, Portugal

Operates: from Monday till Friday

Imagine diving straight into the heart of Portuguese culture, not through its monuments, but through its mouthwatering traditional food. This Lisbon food tasting tour isn't just your average outing; its a foodie extravaganza that champions the local gastronomy while taking you off the well-worn tourist path. What sets this experience apart? Its led by a passionate local guide who doesnt just regurgitate facts but shares personal stories about each dish and its journey through time. With adequate time to savor every bite, this tour promises a delicious immersion into Lisbon's culinary heritage.

Highlights:

• Explore one of the lesser-known neighbourhood's of Lisbon
• Taste traditional Portuguese dishes, from entrees, to main dishes and ending in deserts
• Learn the curious flavours, traditions and history of each dish
• Discover a fully restored market place, that set a the trend for the new markets era of Lisbon
• It´s not a sightseeing walking tour, it´s a savouring and eating tour
• Get suggestions and secrets, for the rest of your stay in Lisbon

Includes:

• 3 to 4 hour guided food tour in a calm Lisbon neighbourhood
• A local guide that has a passion for food, history and culture
• Tasting of traditional Portuguese dishes and deserts
• 4 tasting stops
• 10 tastings samples in total (entrees, main dishes, deserts)

Please note: this tour starts from the meeting point. If you have any dietary restriction (Kosher, Halal, Vegetarian, etc.), most dishes you will not be able to taste. Please advise if you have any type of allergies. This is very important so we can know what you will be able to taste or not.

Itinerary:

One of the most distinctive feature of Portuguese cuisine comes from the ocean. While you enjoy a simple grilled fish, or the seafood that abounds along our coast, you can be sure that you are in Portugal!

Also for meat dishes, we have excellent DOP (Protected Denomination of Origin) meats. From north to south, whether its beef, pork or lamb. Finally, even vegetables and fruit preserve the taste of the old times. Hence some also having the DOP label, being many produced organically.

The tour will be in one of the more recent traditional neighbourhoods of Lisbon, Campo de Ourique. Therefore, you will spend here your time with your guide, away from the usual mass tourism. Also, this tour is intended to be a foodie tour, for you to taste typical Portuguese cuisine. Above all, your guide will link the Portuguese culture and history with its cuisine. Explaining the origin of these simple, but traditional dishes.

Over the course of 3 to 4 hours, you will sample typical dishes of Portuguese cuisine. You will start to tantalize your taste buds with the most typical entrees in different locations of this neighbourhood. Come and find out which they are.

For this, you will go to the local, completely refurbished market place. Here you will have your more refined experiences. Among them you will taste the typical Portuguese meats (Pork, Cow, etc), sea-food and others. As it is seasonal, the tour is always a bit different along the year.

After that, and to wrap things up, you will have the Best Chocolate Cake of the World. It actually won an international contest! In addition, we cannot forget the Pastel de Nata. This will be in a bakery that was elected for several years as being the best of Portugal. Subsequently you will taste a variety of very unique freshly traditionally roasted almonds. Furthermore, to help your digestion, you cannot go without a Ginjinha (cherry liqueur). This particular one won the international 2016 Great Taste Award, as the best cherry liqueur of that year.

A Taste of Lisbons Culinary History

Lets talk foodPortugal is a treasure trove of culinary delights. Did you know that one of the national pastimes involves indulging in a sweet Pastel de Nata? This luscious custard tart has a flaky crust thats become a symbol of Portuguese cuisine, and when you taste it, youll understand why its loved by locals and tourists alike! During your tour, youll get to try the Best Chocolate Cake in the World, an international award-winning treat, alongside traditional roasted almonds and a sip of Ginjinha, a cherry liqueur that packs a punch. Imagine yourself strolling through the vibrant market, tasting the freshest seasonal meats and seafood that the Atlantic has to offer. Its a sensory journey you wont want to miss.

Choosing the Right Food Tour

Now, lets dish on how to pick the right culinary adventure. If youre someone who loves exploring the nexus of flavors and traditions, this tour is tailor-made for you. Unlike sightseeing trips that can feel rushed, this food tasting experience invites you to pause, savor, and immerse yourself not just in food but in the stories that go with them. Plus, having a local guide means youll also get insider tips for your stay, ensuring you never miss out on the local gems.

Book Your Culinary Adventure Today

Why wait? Booking this Lisbon food tasting tour today ensures you wont miss out on an experience that can turn mere meals into memories. Lifes too short to skip dessert, right? Dive into Lisbons vibrant culinary scene now, and enjoy the unique flavors of Portugal that you wont find anywhere else. Treat yourself to an extraordinary journey that whets your appetite for adventure!

Who Will Love This Foodie Experience?

This tour is perfect for everyone! Single travelers who crave cultural immersion, large families eager to bond over yummy dishes, or groups of friends looking to share laughs and flavors will all find something to savor here. So round up your pals, bring your appetite, and get ready for a taste adventure that could easily become the highlight of your Lisbon escapade! Let's eat!