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Garum & Seafood Lisbon Food Tour

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Lisbon, PT

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Experience the tantalizing flavors of Portuguese cuisine on the Garum & Seafood Lisbon Food Tour. This unique food tour takes you on a culinary journey to explore the savoriness and techniques of fish preservation perfected by a Portuguese Chef. From muxama to garum, tuna pastrami to smoked octopus, indulge in a variety of artisanal seafood products made from sustainable fishing along the Portuguese coastline and islands. Through a combination of 14 different tastings and a 5-course menu, you'll be transported through centuries and cultures, learning about preserving techniques and immersing yourself in the stories of people, salt, sun, and sea. With its balanced and gourmet fish recipes, this tour offers a one-of-a-kind experience that will amaze your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Don't miss out on this unforgettable culinary adventure in Lisbon.

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Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
3 hours
Suitable for 1-10 Participants
Small Group Tour, Private Tour
Guided Experience

Highlights

Taste the unique flavors of artisanal fish products
Experience a 5-course gourmet fish menu
Learn about traditional fish preserving techniques
Immerse yourself in the stories of Portuguese fish culture
Discover the savoriness of exclusive sea flavors

Included

Alcoholic beverages
Lunch
Guided experience by a local food expert with transcultural sensivity
Short walk (aprox. 600 meters/0.4 miles) - no hills.
Suitable to celiac/pescatarians/nonalcoholic drinkers - just inform us at least 36h before!
Explore two of the oldest lisbon districts, namely where omc founder was born & live(alfama & baixa)
Lgbtq2s+ friendly - lgbtq2s+ places-to-go-after-this!
Acess to a local archeologic museum before the tastings

Not included

Private transportation
Gratuities
Hotel pick up and drop off

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Introduction

Are you ready to embark on a delicious culinary journey through the flavors of Lisbon? The Garum & Seafood Lisbon Food Tour offers a unique and unforgettable experience, exploring the savoriness and techniques of fish preservation and dried-aged fish perfected by a Portuguese Chef. Discover the secrets of artisanal fish products and indulge in balanced, local, and gourmet fish recipes based on centuries of Portuguese culinary tradition.

What to expect?

During this 180-minute tour, you will have the opportunity to taste 14 different delicious offerings, including muxama, garum, tuna pastrami, Atlantic wreckfish bottarga, tuna chorizo, swordfish belly bacon, smoked octopus, and cuttlefish roe, among others. All of these delicacies come from sustainable fishing on the Portuguese coastline and islands, ensuring the freshest and highest quality seafood.

Who is this for?

The Garum & Seafood Lisbon Food Tour is perfect for seafood lovers and food enthusiasts who want to discover the authentic and diverse flavors of Portugal. Whether you are a local or a visitor, this tour will deepen your understanding of Portuguese gastronomy and provide a unique culinary experience like no other. Come with an open mind and a hearty appetite.

Why book this?

This tour stands out from the rest because it offers an exclusive opportunity to taste these artisanal fish products and learn about preserving techniques that have been passed down through generations. Led by experienced guides, this tour combines history, culture, and gastronomy, immersing you in the stories and traditions of Portuguese coastal communities. Prepare to be amazed by the savoriness and uniqueness of these sea flavors, elevating your culinary journey to a whole new level.

Good to know

The Garum & Seafood Lisbon Food Tour starts in Alfama, right in front of the Museu do Fado. If you're arriving by public transport, Santa Apolónia station is just a short walk away. The tour lasts for approximately 180 minutes and includes visits to historic stores and gastronomic stops where you will taste the finest seafood delicacies. The tour ends just a 10-minute walk from the starting point, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable experience.

Reviews

Feedback from previous participants has been overwhelmingly positive. Many have praised the tour for its unique focus on fish preservation techniques and the opportunity to taste exclusive and sustainable seafood products. Participants have commented on the knowledgeable guides and the immersive storytelling that adds an extra layer of depth to the experience. Overall, the Garum & Seafood Lisbon Food Tour has received rave reviews from seafood enthusiasts who appreciate the authenticity and quality of the culinary offerings. Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey through Lisbon's seafood delights.

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How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Meeting point

We will meet in a square, named Largo do Chafariz de Dentro, right in front of Museu do Fado, in Alfama. If you are arriving by public transport, take the METRO to Santa Apolónia station and then walk for approximately 5-7 minutes.

Fado Museum, Alfama, Largo do Chafariz de Dentro 1, 1100-139 Lisboa, PT

End point

Your Itinerary

Casa dos Bicos-Museu de Lisboa

After we meet in Alfama district, closer to the river, we visit one of the oldest stores where Romans produced Garum - a fish sauce with a unique flavor, equated to a golden essence. A perfect introduction and contextualization to what follows at the table.

Admission Included

Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)

Just a few minutes away, after crossing the old city wall, we will find our gastronomic stop where a unique & exclusive tasting itinerary starts. This stop combines a restaurant, a shop, but also a sort of laboratory where food preserving methods are explored, like nowhere else in Portugal.

Admission Included

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews

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5 (17)

W3953FWmarianc

This tour exceeded my expectations. Great guide, interesting food stops and very organized. During this gentle walk was a great time for the guide to answer individual questions. I thought 4 hours would be too long, but plenty of time sitting down eating and getting information from the guide. Also, you won’t leave hungry.

judysZ5605NU

Wonderful experience with Silvia. She is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about Portuguese food and its history. Highly recommend her tours!

christio897

The Umami & Garum Lisbon Food Tour with Livia was incredible. First a walk through history then an exquisite taste adventure. Don't miss this unique experience when you are in Lisbon.

M9292OZdanielt

Always try everything at least once. When you hear the history of the food and where it came from it seems to taste that much better.

jeffhP2621OC

Livia from oh my cod tour was awesome. We throughly enjoyed the tour, the food and the history lesson. Her knowledge of multiple cultural influences on Portugal ‘s food landscape was spot on. She made everyone feel like a family for the four hour tour. Her local recommendations for our stay in Portugal were an A+. A luncheonette that was 95% locals and the best Fado dinner experience were highlights of our vacation. Do this tour and ask for Livia.

thomassH7940VN

This was by far one of our favorite experiences we had in Portugal. I would describe this more of an "experience" than a tour. It starts with a small walking tour through Alfama, taking in local history and Roman ruins, and learning about ancient fish preservation. This historic tour concludes with a specialty prepared food spread at a local restaurant, that includes all sorts of unique, creative, sustainable and delicious ways to prepare (and preserve!) fish. Combined with the incredibly umami created by the Garum (going in blind about what Garum is, is totally fine). This tour is less about seeing lots of different sights/sounds, but more about the food, tastes and ancient culture. I can not recommend Sylvia, or any of the Oh! My Cod tour guides enough. We loved this so much, we booked their more typical tour the next day. Also had an amazing time, but the flavors and history with the Garum tour were by far our favorite. It was special to be able to sit down and share a meal with Sylvia. Obrigado!!

Companion25195032730

It was a totally new experience for me. I decided to do this tour solo, thinking that I know most of the city by now, and what was my surprise - I didn't expect to discover such an interesting and incredible story behind the walls of an old Lisbon that Silvia told us. I am a big fan of fish and sushi, so it was a real pleasure to learn about the production of umami and garum and to taste it afterwards. The feast of several dishes, each paired with an exquisite wine, was really something to remember. Afterwards, we were able to learn some interesting facts about all kinds of fish and their specialties, as well as enjoy some good conversation with other travelers. The tour itself wasn't tiring, so we didn't have to run anywhere, just walk moderately. I highly recommend this tour as it is unique and one of a kind, you definitely won't see anything similar in Lisbon and who knows if even in Europe! :)

chemicalnames

My friend and I were looking for a food tour in Lisbon and this one caught our eye because we hadn't seen anything like it before. It is different from standard multiple-stop tours in that you are seated in one restaurant having multiple courses after a short walk around town that offers some historical background. All of the food was delicious and beautifully presented (it looked like art) and learning about the history of garum in Portugal was so interesting. You do not have to be a fish lover; I think one of the things that the tour tries to illustrate is how many ways fish can be prepared and preserved and how it can take on different flavors. There were multiple varieties of fish I had never tried before. You DO need to appreciate umami flavors, but hopefully that would be obvious from the name of the tour. Afterwards, Silvia sent us an email packed with recommendations for other places to eat and things to do. I tried two of the restaurants she suggested and they were wonderful. Thank you - I will be back for more the next time I'm in Portugal!

TrueNorthTravels

Amazing trip with the knowledgeable hostess of Oh my Cod (my 3 rd trip). I have gone in the 17 tastings tour which is exceptional and thought it was time to try the Umami tour. It was an exceptional evening. Don’t be scare off by the thought of fish and fish oil. The food was outstanding and you won’t be able to try the dishes anywhere else. As with their other tours, the Umami tour seamlessly blends history, eating and drinking - so that the tour is so much more than just food. Take a chance! You’ll love it!

sbh246

Great unique food with a fun and knowledgeable host. Some of the best food we had in Portugal! Definitely recommended. We went in June 2021.

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