Traditional Cooking Class, Farm Tour & Lunch in the Douro Valley
5.0
41 Ratings
Marco de Canaveses

Immerse yourself in the Douro Valley’s traditional cooking class, combining organic farming, local cuisine, and a deep connection to nature. Discover the secrets of Portuguese culinary traditions in a unique and unforgettable experience.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Quinta de Louredo - Agricultura Biológica e Turismo - Step into the heart of Portuguese culinary magic with our immersive cooking class at Quinta de Louredo in charming Freixo. I’m Alfredo, your guide to the world of organic farming and the beauty of our panoramic farm.
    Our journey begins with a farm stroll, connecting with vibrant fruits, veggies,…
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What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Alcoholic beverages served
Additional Information

At Quinta de Louredo, guests are invited to enjoy the best of Portuguese hospitality—a day brimming with flavors, stories, and interactive cooking, all set on our charming family farm.
Tastings & Welcome – Delight in our organic green wine and olive oil, complemented by local cheeses, olives, fresh juices, and artisanal bread.
**Farm Tour &…

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Location
Quinta de Louredo - Agricultura Biológica e Turismo
Rua Lourêdo
By car: When you arrive at the bottom of the hill, you can park right there in front of the farmhouse and we will come to meet you outside. By train: Take the train to Marco de Canaveses (1h scenic ride from Porto!) and then a taxi (5 - 10 mins), we can arrange this for you at your cost.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Atayal_t
Aug 10, 2025
A must-do experience! - This was an absolute 11 out of 10 experience. From the moment we got to the farm, we were greeted by Fabio’s hospitality and generosity. There was a beautiful brunch spread waiting for us, with various breads, cheeses, and appetizers. We then got a tour of the farm and met all the farm animals, gathered fruits, vegetables, and eggs for the recipes, and then cooked an authentic, four course meal to share with the group. This experience felt like we were living a true farm-to-table Portuguese lifestyle and was by far a standout of our trip. Thank you so much to Fabio and his family for welcoming us into their home!
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Robert_c
Jul 29, 2025
Exceptional experience - It was an amzing experience. Fábio is an incredible and open host. It was just the two of us, and he welcomed us wholeheartedly. He shared a lot about the farm and his life, and told is about his plans for rebuilding the farm after the devastating fires last year. After a plentiful and unexpected brunch, he showed us around the quinta and then we had the cooking lesson. We learned to make four delicious dishes and had interesting conversations, including quickly meeting his wife and daughter while they came home for lunch. He even took us to a store afterwards to purchase some Portuguese kitchenware that is not easy to purchase in the Netherlands. A wonderful experience that we highly recommend!..
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On_l
Jul 9, 2025
Couldn’t expect more - I joined this Traditional Cooking Class, Farm Tour & Lunch in the Douro Valley, and it was such a hit for me and my kids! The farm was full of yummy stuff—lemons, strawberries, plums, and herbs in summer. They even said winter brings chestnuts and wild mushrooms! The kids loved picking and tasting the strawberries and plums right off the plants—so sweet and fresh! Our host, Fabio, was fantastic. He knew everything about the food and how it’s grown, explaining it in a fun, simple way that even my kids understood. He was so friendly and kept everyone smiling, making the whole tour a blast for the whole family. The cooking class was awesome! Fabio showed us step-by-step how to make traditional dishes and desserts with what we picked. It was easy enough even for the kids to handle —the cutting, mixing, and cooking together was really so much fun. This was such a lovely family day. If you’re in the Douro Valley, you’ve got to try this. It’s worth every penny!
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Kelly_m
Jul 7, 2025
A must do! - By far one of the best things to do if you are in Porto/Duro Valley. Fabio welcome us to his family's farm where he had a beautiful table set up with appetizers and wine. He then took us on walk around the farm and let us pick fresh fruit and visit the animals before all the cooking started. There were 10 of us and the set up and family cooking style was great. Fabio told us stories while we ate at one big table and drank his wine. Everything was delicious. The experience easily deserves more than five stars. We highly recommend.
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Sonia_m
Jun 28, 2025
A Truly Unforgettable Experience in the Heart of the Douro Valley - Fabio gave us one of the most authentic and memorable experiences of our time in Portugal. His warmth, generosity, and deep knowledge of the land and local traditions exceeded every expectation. Even after recent fires affected part of the property, Fabio’s resilience, passion, and positive spirit are helping rebuild something even more special. From the hands-on cooking class to the farm tour and the incredible home-cooked meal, every moment felt genuine and full of heart. The fresh, organic ingredients, adorable animals, and peaceful setting made this a true highlight of our trip. Thank you, Fabio, for welcoming us into your home and sharing your story. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that we will never forget. Wishing you all the best as you continue to grow and inspire others!
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Igmant74
Jun 8, 2025
Unforgettable experience - This cooking class was so much more than we ever imagined, a truly unique and personal experience. At first, the photos almost seemed too good to be true: incredible food, beautiful views, and sweet animals. But it’s all exactly as it looks, and even better in person. We prepared two traditional Portuguese dishes and two local desserts, all from scratch. Before cooking, we toured the farm: picking fresh eggs and lemons, walking through the strawberry patches and vineyards, and meeting the goats, cows, and pigs. And don’t even get me started on the four loving dogs and two playful kittens who followed us around, making the whole experience feel magical. We shared stories, tried local cheeses and wines, and learned so much about farm life, Portuguese culture, and tourism. This is an absolute must-do experience, and I’ll be recommending it to anyone visiting Portugal.
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Ronel_r
Apr 10, 2025
This was the best... - This was the best experience we had in all of Portugal! Fabio was amazing I definitely recommend to book!!!
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Roam822339
Mar 3, 2025
A fantastic day in the family - It was an excellent day in the Douro out of the usual, for those who like to connect with nature. We were a couple with a child of 9 years old, Fábio was an excellent host, who welcomed us immediately the entrance we walked the farm despite the devastation of the fires was a wonder for us and for our daughter to be with the dogs or can simply embrace the most docile cow I have ever seen in life, my high moment. After that the cooking class we cooked as we were longtime friends, I was very happy to know that we were the first Portuguese to go on this visit, but you are experiences should not be only for foreigners, I recommend to all Portuguese to live a little bit of a day in the village.
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Z8412sikarene
Oct 13, 2024
An unparalleled experience! - We absolutely loved our experience with Fabio and his family! We were greeted with a brunch of farm cheeses, bread and coffee (or wine!) then a tour of their farm to collect eggs and lemons for our meal (and persimmons off the tree as a snack). And we also saw how the wildfires in September had directly affected them. Fabio was a wonderful interesting host - we cooked a traditional 3 course Portuguese meal that was by far the best and very different than food than we had had in restaurants on our 14 day trip. The tomato-onion soup with a poached egg and the lemon egg custard and sweet egg noodle desserts were simple and exquisite. Their delicious “Mica” vinho verde wine was plentiful and so good we decided to buy a few bottles for later! Thank you Fabio for your warm hospitality- we will certainly be recommending you to our friends traveling to Portugal!
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Ramona_v
Oct 5, 2024
Worth the Trip! Highly Recommend! - We loved harvesting /using organic ingredients sourced from the farm… and cooking and eating them! We also enjoyed the delicious breakfast/ appetizer spread he served us before the cooking class.
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