The Culinary Treasures of Portugal
with Chef Anita Lo

Introduction

Travel allows you to “expand your palate,” writes Chef Anita Lo in Cooking Without Borders. She should know: she leads our custom 8 day culinary adventure to sunny Portugal. The trip starts in Lisbon, Europe’s second-oldest capital and a city that tantalizes the senses with its Moorish architecture and beautifully tiled walls. Next, we’ll visit the seaside town of Setúbal, a fish lover’s paradise.

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In the Alentejo region, known for its olive oil, wine, and cork, we’ll get to experience cheese making, carving presunto (dry-cured ham), and biodynamic winemaking, as well as a hands-on cooking class with Chef José Júlio Vintém. He will open up his kitchen to Chef Lo where each of them will present courses made using locally sourced ingredients, prepared with local olive oil, and paired with local wines. An unforgettable meal at the Michelin-starred Restaurante Feitoria cap off this magical visit.

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Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival at your boutique hotel in Lisbon. The H10 Duque de Loulé maintains its beautiful façade, a typical example of 18th century architecture, and its interior design blends traditional Portuguese features with highly modern and functional facilities. Time to relax after your flight. Tonight, our group enjoys a welcome dinner at a local restaurant, Cantinho do Avillez.
Day 2
Private transfer to the town of Setúbal and its fish market, where you'll have time to discover the freshest fish on the coast! After a seafood lunch at the seaside town of Sesimbra, we will return to Lisbon for a walking tour, including: a visit to Manteigaria Silva, a typical grocery; a tasting of the Pastel de Nata at Confeitaria Nacional; a visit to the Sé de Lisboa - a 12th century Cathedral built right after the conquest of Lisbon by the Moors in 1147; and finally a walk up the hill to see the castle of São Jorge from where you can see the city of Lisbon, and the River Tejo beneath you. Evening and dinner at your leisure. Overnight at H10 Duque de Loulé.
Day 3
Breakfast at hotel and check out. Private transfer to Alentejo where the landscape of farms is interrupted only by old oak trees. This area of Portugal is famous for its local cuisine, castles, Roman ruins, wines, olive oil, and cork. Our first stop is Herdade do Freixo do Meio, an agricultural project started in the early 90's based on responsible social and enviromental policies. The farm is 100% free of toxic fertilizers, pesticides and GMO's. We will tour the property and learn about the cork production process and its history. Lunch will be cooked on an open fire in brass and clay pots, accompanied by locally produced wines.
Day 3
After lunch, we will learn how to make Herdade da Amendoeira raw sheep and goat cheeses. Our next destination is São Lourenço do Barrocal. This is a beautiful country estate where we can relax, ride a horse, cycle, have a massage, swim and stargaze. The estate has an excellent wine cellar and produces its own wine. Dinner and overnight at São Lourenço do Barrocal.
Day 4
Breakfast at the farm. This morning, our first stop is the village of Monsaraz, an ancient settlement, painted in bright white with narrow streets, churches and a castle. Nearby we will visit an organic wine estate for a tour and tasting followed by a stop in Evora. Dinner will be at Adega Velha, a typical country Inn. We'll be serenaded by a musical group singing acapella style Cante Alentejo, a type of Alentejo song. Overnight at São Lourenço do Barrocal.
Day 5
Breakfast at the farm. This morning you'll experience a hands-on cooking class with Chef José Júlio Vintém and Chef Anita Lo, followed by lunch. Chef Vintém specializes in the gastronomy of the Alentejo region and gained recognition after opening a restaurant focusing on traditional gastronomy from Alentejo. He is an active member of the Slow Food Movement. Afternoon is at your leisure to relax, swim, walk, ride a horse or have a massage. After dinner, we'll do some stargazing. Overnight at São Lourenço do Barrocal.
Day 6
Breakfast at the farm and check out. This morning we'll transfer to the village of Barrancos, for a very special experience. The Casa do Porco Preto (House of the Black Pig) is a factory where you'll get to see the traditional salting, drying units and cellars for this special hams, a culinary treasure recognized worldwide. The carving of the presunto is an Art. During the visit, you'll get to carve a ham and taste loin, smoked sausage and salami along with bread and wine (Alentejo water). Continue to your accommodation at Herdade da Malhadinha Nova a wine and olive oil estate for dinner and overnight.
Day 7
After breakfast, a short drive takes us back to your hotel in Lisbon, the 5* Pousada de Lisboa. This is one of the most representative places of the city and there are several points from here that allow you to visit the rest of Lisbon, walk alongside the Tejo or even cross the river bank. Enjoy the rest of the day to wander or shop. In the evening, we'll have our farewell dinner at the Michelin starred Feitoria Restaurant.
Day 8
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. End of services.
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Includes

•7 nights luxury accommodations
•Taxes
•7 breakfasts
•5 lunches
•6 dinners
•Transportation and Tours as listed in itinerary
•Hands-on cooking class
•Tastings as listed

Not Included

•Anything not mentioned above
•Airfare
•Alcohol with Meals
•Hotel incidentals

If you want to schedule your arrival/departure private transfers, please contact us. We can also arrange for early check-ins and pre or post stays for this trip.

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