Workshop Overview
- LanguagePortuguese, English
- Duration4
- DifficultyAll Levels
- Private Groups & Team Building
- 1 Min Group Size
- 20 Max Group Size
- 250 hours Advance Booking Time
- €85 Price Per Person (Groups)
- €500 Minimum Booking Value
- Off-Site Location Options
- Next Date01/08/2026
Schedule Program
What's Included
Included
- All materials & ingredients
- Water
- Coffee and tea
Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks - available for purchase on the add on section
Location Details
Cacilhas, Almada, Portugal
In Lisbon take the ferry at Cais do Sodre and get off at Cacilhas. When you get out of the ferry at Cacilhas, walk down the path around 50 meters to the fountain, Paula will meet you at the fountain and you will walk together 3-5 minutes through town to reach her apartment.
Bookings close 48 hours before the workshop starts.
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Born into a Goan family with roots in Goa, Mozambique, and Portugal, Paula is a true reflection of the cultural diversity woven into Portuguese cuisine. Her love for food began in childhood, inspired by her mother, a gifted home cook who often welcomed entire communities into their home. From traditional Portuguese dishes to Goan specialties like handmade samosas, Paula learned both the flavors and the hospitality that define her cooking today. When her mother passed away, friends who missed her cooking turned to Paula, encouraging her to continue the family tradition. This led Paula into a second career in food, where she began recreating beloved Portuguese and Goan recipes. After training in cake design, she also discovered a passion for baking and opened her own cake studio, creating intricate cakes alongside her catering work. Today, Paula welcomes guests into her Lisbon-area home to share authentic Portuguese meals with Goan influence. A true artist with food, she brings warmth, creativity, and cultural depth to every dish, helping travelers experience both Portuguese cuisine and everyday local life in a meaningful way.
FAQ's
Not at all! This experience is suitable for all skill levels, from complete beginners to confident home cooks. Paula will guide you through every step, sharing techniques, tips, and family recipes along the way.
Yes! The experience begins with a guided visit to one of Lisbon's authentic neighbourhood markets, where you'll meet local vendors, learn about seasonal Portuguese ingredients, and help select the fresh produce used during the cooking class.
The menu can always change and be adapted to what is available and freshest in the market. A sample menus is as follows: You'll prepare two traditional starters—Pataniscas de Bacalhau and Goan Bojas—followed by your choice of a main course, such as Bacalhau à Brás, Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato, or a traditional Goan curry. The meal finishes with a delicious Pastel de Nata, served with coffee or tea.
Yes. Vegetarian options are available upon request. If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please let us know when booking so we can do our best to accommodate your needs.
You'll leave with much more than a delicious meal. You'll take home authentic Portuguese and Goan recipes, practical cooking techniques, tips for selecting fresh ingredients at the market, and the confidence to recreate the dishes at home. Most importantly, you'll leave with unforgettable memories of sharing a meal and local traditions in Paula's home.
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