Market Tour and Cataplana Cooking Class in Algarve
Overview
The Market Tour and Cataplana Cooking Class offers a truly immersive experience, combining the excitement of exploring Lagos' vibrant market with the hands-on joy of cooking an authentic Algarve dish. Guided by a skilled chef, you'll select the freshest ingredients and learn traditional techniques that capture the essence of Portuguese cuisine. This experience not only enhances your culinary skills but also deepens your connection to the Algarve's rich culture. Join us for a unique and memorable journey that blends food, culture, and community in one unforgettable event.
What's Included
- All the ingredients and traditional cookware needed to create this flavorful dish
- A complete meal including an appetizer, dessert, water, and two glasses of wine
- After the experience, you'll receive a PDF of the recipe so you can recreate the Cataplana at home
- Guide; Languages offered: English, Portuguese, French
- A guided tour of the Municipal Market of Lagos to select fresh ingredients
- Alcoholic beverages If customers want more than the two included glasses of wine, each extra glass costs €5, payable in cash.
Meeting Location
Travessa da Senhora da Graça
8600-639 Lagos, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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 expert 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
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Market Tour and Cataplana Cooking Class in Algarve?
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).
- All the ingredients and traditional cookware needed to create this flavorful dish.
- A complete meal including an appetizer, dessert, water, and two glasses of wine.
- After the experience, you'll receive a PDF of the recipe so you can recreate the Cataplana at home.
- Guide; Languages offered: English, Portuguese, French.
- A guided tour of the Municipal Market of Lagos to select fresh ingredients.
- Alcoholic beverages. If customers want more than the two included glasses of wine, each extra glass costs €5, payable in cash.
The minimum age to participate is 10..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Market Tour and Cataplana Cooking Class in Algarve is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
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Mar 2024What's Included
- All the ingredients and traditional cookware needed to create this flavorful dish
- A complete meal including an appetizer, dessert, water, and two glasses of wine
- After the experience, you'll receive a PDF of the recipe so you can recreate the Cataplana at home
- Guide; Languages offered: English, Portuguese, French
- A guided tour of the Municipal Market of Lagos to select fresh ingredients
- Alcoholic beveragesIf customers want more than the two included glasses of wine, each extra glass costs €5, payable in cash.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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