Center Sintra: Traditional Portuguese Cuisine in a Manor House

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Discover the heart of Sintra at our family home. Unwind in our garden with aperitifs and dinners. Experience a traditional atmosphere, delicious meals, and warm hospitality. Create lasting memories of Sintra's beauty and enrich your soul with our unique offering.

Example Menu

Starter

CHEESE "SERRA DA ESTRELA"

Portugal's famous handcrafted sheep cheese. Creamy and enjoyed with toast or breadsticks. Made in the central Serra da Estrela massif.

Starter

MINI VOL-AU VENT WITH SHRIMP

Mini vol-au-vent puff pastry with fried prawns and béchamel

Starter

MINI TARTLETS WITH "FARINHEIRA"

The “farinheira” is a very typical tasty Portuguese pork sausage. It has an intense flavor, between sweet and spicy, very special and much appreciated

Starter

Vegetable soup with egg and shrimp in a small bowl

Hot soup made with leeks, potatoes, carrots, courgette, spinach, coriander, and meat broth. Creamy consistency with chopped boiled egg and prawn.

Main

Codfish with cream

Shredded dried cod sautéed with olive oil, onion, potatoes, bechamel, and cream. Oven-grated for a golden crust.

Dessert

Seasonable fruit

Depending on the season, strawberries with cream, Fundão cherries or apple, pear and orange fruit salad, as well as mango, melon or raspberries

Dessert

Cream bavaroise with hot strawberry coulis

Bavaroise of cream with a strawberry coulis that is served hot

Dessert

"Travesseiros" from the "Piriquita"

Sintra's famous "Travesseiros" pastry from Piriquita. Puff pastry filled with secret almond cream and eggs. A century-old family recipe.

Dessert

"Queijadas" from Sintra

The “queijadas” are also a typical cake of Sintra. They are small dumplings made from cheese, eggs and almonds.

Dessert

Coffee and Port Wine

The Port wine is from the brand Kopke, from the Douro zone in northern Portugal, a production that in times past belonged to the family.

What's Included

18+ to drink, wine and beer
Dinner
Experience first hand local culture and cuisine
Water and juice

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The full address will be sent to you once you booked on to an event. It will be in the 'Before you go section' at the bottom of your booking confirmation.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Experience an enchanting stay in the heart of Sintra, surrounded by lush vegetation and iconic monuments. After a day of exploring, guests can relax in the family home's tranquil gardens, enjoying aperitifs and dinners in hidden corners. The home exudes a traditional yet comfortable atmosphere, filled with light and color. With a passion for connection, the hosts create intimate gatherings around a table, sharing family recipes influenced by their European experiences. Guests will leave with cherished memories and a deep appreciation for Sintra's beauty.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Guests need to communicate if they have any food restrictions (allergy, special diet, etc.)
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Dining Experiences
Restaurants
Lunch
Small Group
Food & Drink
Zombie
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Cancellation Policy

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

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