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Market Tour & Portuguese Cooking Class - Algarve's Cuisine
Handpick fresh ingredients at Lagos market, then learn to cook Cataplana, a classic Algarve dish. Immerse yourself in the delightful flavors and culture of the Algarve.
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Highlights
- Handpick fresh ingredients from the local market with our chef.
- Learn to cook an authentic Algarve dish, mastering traditional techniques.
- Enjoy a full meal with wine, tasting the flavors you’ve created.
- Take home a recipe to recreate the experience in your own kitchen.
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Dive into the rich flavors of the Algarve with our Market Tour & Cataplana Cooking Class, a unique culinary experience that combines shopping for fresh ingredients with mastering the preparation of Cataplana, a traditional Portuguese seafood dish. Embodying the essence of the southern Portuguese coast, this 3.5-hour adventure begins with a guided visit to the Municipal Market of Lagos, where you'll select the freshest seafood and vegetables under the guidance of our chef. During this class, our chef will lead you through each step of the process, sharing the history and cultural significance of Cataplana. By the end of this experience, you will know how to: • Choose and prepare the seafood and other essential ingredients • Assemble the traditional Cataplana pan • Cook the dish to perfection, blending flavors that are both fresh and aromatic You will also: • Taste the authentic flavors of your freshly made Cataplana • Connect with fellow food enthusiasts who appreciate culinary traditions • Enhance your cooking skills with a recipe that’s steeped in Portuguese heritage Important Details Duration • 3 Hours 30 Minutes Language • English, French, and Portuguese What’s Included • A guided tour of the Municipal Market of Lagos to select fresh ingredients • All the ingredients and traditional cookware needed to create this flavorful dish • After the experience, guests will receive a PDF of the recipe so they can recreate the Cataplana at home • A complete meal including an appetizer, dessert, water, and two glasses of wine Join us for this unforgettable journey into Portuguese cuisine, starting at the vibrant Lagos market and culminating in the creation of a delicious Cataplana. Bring the flavors of the Algarve to your kitchen and take home a memorable culinary experience!Includes
A guided tour of the Municipal Market of Lagos to select fresh ingredients All the ingredients and traditional cookware needed to create this flavorful dish After the experience, guests will receive a PDF of the recipe so they can recreate the Cataplana at home A complete meal including an appetizer, dessert, water, and two glasses of wineEasy cancellation
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