Product Description

Portuguese seafood cuisine represents one of the world’s finest coastal culinary traditions, and this intensive seafood workshop explores sophisticated preparation techniques and classic Portuguese shellfish dishes. This hands-on seafood experience takes place at Segredos d’avó cooking school with all fresh ingredients provided by professional Chef Luísfrancisco. Learn to prepare traditional clams à Bulhão Pato, Spanish-style mussels, and natural prawns while mastering advanced techniques for grilled lobster with garlic butter sauce and thermidor preparation.

The workshop covers essential seafood handling methods, sauce preparation principles, and the art of traditional Portuguese seafood rice and bread-based dishes using authentic coastal techniques. Students will prepare stuffed spider crab, lobster soup, cockle rice, and seafood açorda while learning proper shellfish cleaning and cooking methods for optimal flavor and texture. The session concludes with a complete seafood feast featuring all prepared dishes, providing an immersive Portuguese coastal dining experience that participants enjoy together at the school with traditional accompaniments.

Why join?

Perfect for seafood enthusiasts wanting to master traditional Portuguese coastal cooking techniques under expert professional guidance. Ideal for those seeking to elevate their culinary skills with authentic shellfish preparation methods and classic regional recipes.

What’s included:

🦐 All fresh seafood and cooking ingredients provided by school
🦐 Complete seafood feast and final coffee service
🦐 Certificate of attendance sent via email
🦐 Access to exclusive Facebook and WhatsApp groups
🦐 Water provided, welcome to bring wine or beverages

Minimum participants: 6 students

Note: Menu subject to seafood availability

Please note: This workshop is conducted in Portuguese. However, cooking is a hands-on experience, and Chef Luis Francisco has a wonderful ability to communicate through demonstration and gesture, ensuring all participants can follow along and enjoy the learning process regardless of language background.