From Market to Plate: visit Funchal market & culinary experience
Funchal, PT
83% of travellers recommend this
Highlights
- Guided tour of the local market
- Cooking and blending unique flavors
- Delicious lunch with Portuguese wines
- Outstanding view over the city of Funchal
- Opportunity to exchange culinary conversations
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Duration 4 hours
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Private Tour
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Lunch included
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Local market visit
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Alcoholic beverages included
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Expert Chef guide
Embark on a delicious food adventure with the Cooking Experience & Market Tour in Funchal. Led by a native chef, you'll explore the vibrant local market, learning about the history and traditions of exotic fruits, fresh fish, and seasonal vegetables. After a short walk, you'll be transported to the rooftop of a hotel, where a dynamic team awaits. From fish ceviche to espada fish with banana and even tacos with banana guacamole, you'll discover the world of fusion cooking made easy and fun. Learn valuable cooking techniques to impress your friends and family back home. The experience concludes with a mouthwatering lunch paired with carefully chosen Portuguese wines. Gather around the table, soak in the outstanding view of Funchal, and engage in conversations with fellow food lovers. Get ready for a truly memorable culinary journey!
At a Glance
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Free cancellation
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Instant Confirmation
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Available in Portuguese, English, French
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Mobile voucher
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Small Group tour
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Guided
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Family friendly
Featured Reviews
Experience Madeiran cooking with a local chef while exploring the vibrant market and enjoying a delicious meal with stunning city views.
Included
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Alcoholic beverages -
Snacks
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Qualified local guide
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Lunch
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Coffee and/or tea
Excluded
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Private transportation
Meeting Point
In front of main entrance of local Market
Largo dos Lavradores, 9060-158 Funchal , Portugal
End Point
In front of main entrance of local Market
Largo dos Lavradores, 9060-158 Funchal , Portugal
What to expect
Mercado dos Lavradores
Have a Cooking Show led by an amazing Chef! We start with a detailed visit to the local market where the origins, history and traditions of tropical fruits, exotic flowers, unusual fish and seasonal vegetables will be explained. After a 5 minute walk, we shall take a lift to the rooftop of an hotel, where you will be surprised by an outstanding view over the city of Funchal, and where a young, dynamic and relaxed team awaits to teach you along a no hands on approach. It's rather a cooking show instead. From simple local fish ceviche to emblematic espada fish with banana guacamole to “espetada”, beef on the skewer, the world of fusion cooking is demystified and made easy and fun with our amazing Chef exhibition and explanation. Learn the basics and beyond, so you can pick a few tricks for your home kitchen. Each cooking experience ends with a delicious lunch and carefully chosen Portuguese wines. You will gather around our table, on the rooftop, with an outstanding view, to enjoy your wonderful meal and exchange conversation with others that share your love for all things culinary. A minimum of 4 people is required. If not met, we will contact you for rescheduling or refunding.
Mercado dos Lavradores
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller -
Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
What our experts say
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Visit Mercado dos Lavradores early. -
Try the local fish ceviche; it's a highlight!
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Pair your meal with a Portuguese wine.
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Enjoy the rooftop view during lunch.
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Bring a camera for stunning city shots.
More About this Experience
Introduction
Experience the vibrant flavors of Madeiran cuisine with the Cooking Experience & Market Tour. Led by a native chef and a knowledgeable tour guide, this activity combines culinary exploration with cultural immersion. During the tour, you'll visit the local market, where you'll learn about the origins, history, and traditions of tropical fruits, exotic flowers, unusual fish, and seasonal vegetables. Afterward, you'll take a lift to a rooftop with breathtaking views over Funchal and join a young, dynamic, and relaxed team for the cooking experience.What to expect?
Get ready for a delicious food adventure on foot! In this culinary experience, you'll learn the art of fusion cooking, from simple local fish ceviche to iconic espada fish with banana, and even tantalizing tacos with banana guacamole. The cooking sessions are designed to demystify fusion cooking and make it both easy and fun. You'll have the opportunity to learn the basics and beyond, picking up a few tricks to use in your own kitchen.Who is this for?
The Cooking Experience & Market Tour is perfect for food enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you're a passionate home cook or simply someone who enjoys trying new flavors, this experience will delight your taste buds and expand your culinary horizons. It's a great activity for individuals, couples, friends, or families who want to immerse themselves in the local culture and enjoy a unique cooking adventure.Why book this?
This unforgettable experience offers several unique selling points that make it a must-book activity. Firstly, you'll have the opportunity to explore the vibrant local market and learn about the fascinating history and traditions of Madeiran ingredients. Secondly, the cooking sessions are led by a native chef who will guide you through the art of fusion cooking, allowing you to create mouthwatering dishes inspired by Madeiran cuisine. Finally, the experience concludes with a delicious lunch paired with carefully chosen Portuguese wines, giving you the chance to savor the fruits of your cooking labor while enjoying stunning views from a rooftop venue.Good to know
During the Cooking Experience & Market Tour, all drinks are included, ranging from Portuguese red and white wine to water, fresh lemonade, and coffee. The duration of the tour is approximately 240 minutes, offering ample time to explore the market, learn the cooking techniques, and enjoy a leisurely meal. The meeting point is in front of the main entrance of the local market, and the tour concludes at the same location.Reviews
Customers who have participated in the Cooking Experience & Market Tour have raved about their experiences. They loved the interactive nature of the tour, where they were able to explore the market, learn about the history and traditions of local ingredients, and engage in hands-on cooking with a talented chef. The delicious lunch and breathtaking views from the rooftop venue were major highlights. Overall, customers were highly satisfied with the performance of this activity and highly recommend it to fellow food lovers and travelers.
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