Master Portugal’s Iconic Custard Tarts in Central Lisbon

5.0 (2 reviews) Lisbon, Portugal
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Just steps from the Tagus River in central Lisbon, discover the magic behind Portugal’s iconic pastel de nata in this hands-on class hosted through Cozymeal. This workshop offers an authentic look into one of the country’s most beloved culinary traditions.

During the class, you’ll create:

- First step: roll your own puff pastry from scratch
- Second step: simmer a cinnamon-vanilla custard until smooth and creamy
- Third step: assemble and bake your tarts to golden perfection, mastering the perfect blistered top
- Fourth step: sip Portuguese coffee or tea and enjoy your warm, fresh-from-the-oven creations in a welcoming local setting

Perfect for bakers and travelers alike, this unique Lisbon experience is a sweet, satisfying way to connect with Portugal’s culinary roots.

What's included

  • Recipes to recreate the pastry at home
  • Hosted in a warm, inviting kitchen in downtown Lisbon
  • Portuguese coffee or tea served with your fresh pastries
  • Step-by-step instructions on crafting authentic pastel de nata
  • This is a BYOB event. Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

What to expect

Master Portugal’s most iconic dessert in a charming Lisbon kitchen in this hands-on class hosted through Cozymeal. Step inside a warm, inviting kitchen in downtown Lisbon to learn the secrets behind the country’s most beloved sweet: pastel de nata.

During the class, you’ll create:

- First step: craft your own flaky puff pastry from scratch
- Second step: whisk a silky custard infused with cinnamon and vanilla bean
- Third step: shape and fill your tarts before baking them to golden perfection, learning pro tips for achieving that signature blistered top
- Fourth step: enjoy your freshly baked pastéis warm from the oven with Portuguese coffee or tea

This immersive experience offers personal instruction and heartfelt stories about Lisbon’s culinary heritage. Bring home the skills — and recipe — to recreate this unforgettable pastry wherever you go.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The chef will be waiting for you inside the venue. The location is in the modern Parque das Nações area, close to the Tagus River, Vasco da Gama Shopping Center, and Gare do Oriente.

End point

The chef will be waiting for you inside the venue. The location is in the modern Parque das Nações area, close to the Tagus River, Vasco da Gama Shopping Center, and Gare do Oriente.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • This cooking class is designed to accommodate a variety of dietary needs! Please let us know in advance, and we'll do our best to tailor the experience to suit your preferences and restrictions.

Cancellation policy

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

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