Authentic Evora Cooking Class with Wine in Chef Sofia’s Garden
Overview
This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Sofia has a long history of cooking and hosting people. Her family managed a restaurant for 15 years, so she is very acquainted with providing great food and service to the international tourist community. Sofia is eager to share everything she has learned during the last 15 years of her hosting.
- Portuguese cooking class in Evora with locals
- A fun, dynamic class, with a lot of interesting cultural and historical facts about Portugal's cuisine
- Enjoy a truly local Portuguese evening - sipping on wine, listening to stories, sharing a homecooked meal and creating long lasting memories
- An interesting experience, where Portuguese food, culture and history will be mixed together
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Private cooking class and meal with your host Sofia
- Local alcohol (1-2 glasses)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
R. Ferragial do Poço Novo n.º 22
7005-208 Évora, 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
This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional culture and cuisine. Meet Sofia and Joaquim in their cozy home in beautiful Evora and enjoy a quiet culinary experience in Sofia's beautiful garden. They will welcome you to their outdoor kitchen which is decorated with traditional Portuguese pottery and cooking utensils, and offer a step-by-step cooking class. Where you will learn to make traditional Portuguese dishes from an expert. Expect a fun, dynamic cooking class, with a lot of interesting cultural and historical facts about Portugal's cuisine.
One of the highlights of the experience will be Sofia's cooking demonstration: preparing smoked sausages on a special “assadeira” clay dish. The result: an incredibly tasty surprise. You will also try local wine from nearby vineyards, giving you a true taste of local life and culinary traditions.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Menu may vary depending on the season
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Private, personalized experience
- Wine is included in the price of your experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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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 (WET).
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Private cooking class and meal with your host Sofia.
- Local alcohol (1-2 glasses).
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Authentic Evora Cooking Class with Wine in Chef Sofia’s Garden is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Authentic Evora Cooking Class with Wine in Chef Sofia’s Garden will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Private cooking class and meal with your host Sofia
- Local alcohol (1-2 glasses)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Menu may vary depending on the season
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Private, personalized experience
- Wine is included in the price of your experience.
