Lisbon Flavors and Traditions Walking Food Tour

Lisbon, Portugal
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Duration2h - 3h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Step into the heart of Lisbon’s flavors on a guided food tour through the vibrant neighborhoods of Baixa, Chiado, and Cais do Sodré. Discover the city’s soul through traditional cafés, local tascas, and hidden culinary gems. Start with the iconic pastel de nata, warm and fresh from the oven. Stroll through historic streets and try the crispy, creamy pastel de bacalhau. Sip a shot of ginjinha, Lisbon’s famous sour cherry liqueur, in a traditional bar. Then, bite into a juicy bifana, a marinated pork sandwich packed with flavor. Taste cured presunto and artisanal chouriço, paired with rich Portuguese wines. Along the way, your guide will share stories and insights into the ingredients, traditions, and people behind each dish. More than a tasting, this is a delicious journey into the heart of Portuguese cuisine.

What's included

  • Tasting of a warm pastel de nata
  • Tasting of a traditional pastel de bacalhau
  • Guided walking tour with a local expert
  • Glass of Portuguese wine
  • Insider stories, history, and cultural context
  • Tasting of artisanal chouriço
  • Cherry liqueur (ginjinha)
  • Authentic bifana pork sandwich tasting
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off

What to expect

  1. 25m
    We start with a Portuguese classic: the famous pastéis de nata from Manteigaria. With a crisp, flaky crust and a warm, creamy custard center, these custard tarts are freshly baked and full of flavor a true symbol of Lisbon’s sweet heritage.
  2. 25m
    Next, we stop at Solar da Madalena, known for serving some of the best bifanas in Lisbon. Thin slices of marinated pork, cooked in a flavorful, slightly spicy sauce, and served in a soft yet crusty bread roll. A simple but deeply satisfying Portuguese street food staple.
  3. 30m
    Then we head to the historic Manteigaria Silva, a gourmet shop that’s been showcasing Portuguese flavors since 1890. You’ll taste a handpicked selection of cured meats, regional cheeses, and other delicacies that highlight Portugal’s rich culinary heritage.
  4. Casa do Alentejo
    25m
    Casa do Alentejo, hidden inside a 17th-century Moorish-style palace. Behind its modest façade lies a stunning tiled courtyard where you’ll taste authentic Alentejo-inspired dishes, full of rustic flavors and soul.
  5. A Ginjinha
    20m
    No food tour is complete without a toast! We visit A Ginjinha, the original bar that introduced Lisbon to this beloved cherry liqueur in 1840. Enjoy a shot with or without the cherry and experience a sip of local tradition.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please go to Av. da Liberdade 11B, 1250-149 Lisboa, Portugal (the meeting point is next to the Scalpers store). Our guides will be there to welcome you.

End point

Please go to Av. da Liberdade 11B, 1250-149 Lisboa, Portugal (the meeting point is next to the Scalpers store). Our guides will be there to welcome you.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • people with gluten intolerance
  • Wheelchair users
  • Vegans

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