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Put your chef hats on and get cooking. Learn authentic recipes from local experts & chefs on a one of a kind private cooking class in Porto. From Pasteis de Nata workshops to secret recipes and family cooking masterclasses. The choice is yours!
Cooking Classes in PortoPut your chef hats on and get cooking. Learn authentic recipes from local experts & chefs on a one of a kind private cooking class in Porto. From Pasteis de Nata workshops to secret recipes and family cooking masterclasses. The choice is yours!
Cooking Classes in PortoLearn about their personal stories and find out how you can explore Porto with locals
Reviews from guests about our tours and locals
"Helena was wonderful. She was very accommodating to our food preferences. She is a warm and welcoming person and was very easy to communicate with to set up the class. It was lovely to experience the cooking class in a local home. It is an experience you will enjoy while you are there and remember for a long time after. "
"We had the most wonderful time learning to cook Portuguese family recipes with Vera. This is a special experience not to be missed if possible. Vera’s warmth and kindness make this experience so incredible. Her recipes are also delicious and some of the best food we ate on our visit to Porto. We had so much fun cooking, chatting, drinking wine and snacking. Our two kids loved the chance to cook and learn and it was a wonderful way to spend the day. I can’t recommend enough booking this experience or any tour with Vera. We will remember our day cooking with her forever!"
"We truly enjoyed our evening with Helena. First of all we would like to thank her for being so flexible. We had to change the date and time plus we don't eat meat!! We cooked together a very delicious rice with seafood. Helena shared with us some of her cooking secrets plus we enjoyed different appetizers, wines, deserts, fruits. We have no idea how the time flew so fast! Highly recommend her!"
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Learn to cook like a local in Porto with a private cooking classes experience hosted by a home chef or culinary expert. These hands-on classes are fully personalized and take place in real kitchens, not commercial setups.
Prepare authentic dishes step by step, ask questions, hear the stories behind the food, and share a meal together. It’s more than just cooking—it’s about connection, culture, and confidence in the kitchen.
A perfect way to bring the taste of Porto home with you.
Always private. It’s just you and your local host. No strangers, no groups.
Let your local host tailor the experience completely to your wishes.
Our tours are designed with people, places, and the planet in mind.
"We had an excellent time with Helena. She is an extremely warm and gracious host. She showed us all the steps and let us help out too. Being welcomed into someone’s home was a great experience. Highly recommend an evening with Helena!"
"Helena is a good teacher! Very kind and charming lady. We made seafood rice that was delicious. The evening felt as though you lived in her home, complete with family members joining you for dinner and her dog, Xingu, is awesome. :)"
"What an amazing experience! Right as we arrived to Helena house, she received us with lots of amazing apeteziers and delicious Portuguese wine. As we started preparing the ingredients for the francesinha, Helena offered us more and more snacks and wine and everything was absolutely delicious. I loved that we got to get our "hands dirty" and cook the dish ourselves. It is a super known dish that you can find in a lot of restaurants in Porto so knowing how to make it, made me feel very special and a true portuense. Would totally recommend it to pass by Helena's place if you are ever in Porto because she is truly an amazing host and a lovely person :) "
"Helena welcomed me and my family into her home for a delightful evening. She is a warm and friendly woman who puts you at ease as soon as you come into her home. The famous Franchesinha sandwich/dinner was a true gastronomic feast of meats , sausage and cheese. I would recommend an evening with Helena!"
"Helena was such a wonderful host. Both me and my husband had a great night in her wonderful kitchen. He was jolly pleased to finally learn the secret about the sauce of Francesinha! "
"Our evening with Helena was awesome. We had a wonderful meal, great wine and learned allot. She is a lovely hostess and fun to be with. Anyone who enjoys cooking will appreciate this experience! Melanie"
"We began cooking our seafood Marisca and the power went out in the entire neighborhood ! We lit candles and used our cell phone lights and made a most delicious dish! Only at dessert, Helena’s homemade jams and fresh cheese, did the power come back on! We are US Southern Belles and extremely resourceful! Helena is a great cook and we were honored to be guests in her home!"
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.