This was an amazing experience for everyone in our group of 10 people. it was definitely one of the most memorable evenings of our entire trip to Europe. The host... read more put so much love and effort into making everything about the whole evening, so very special from the ambience to the food to the amazing service and storytelling. Every detail was thought through including substitutions for people who could not eat fish. The food was delicious and perfectly sized so that we truly could enjoy every course. There was so much attention to detail from the room, ambience to the table setting to every single dish used to present the wonderful food. I highly recommend this experience to anyone!

  This Portuguese dinner discovery was something special, and it makes it even more amazing that this is coming from someone that couldn't even cook an egg when they started! 😉
We... read more can't help but admire your journey and your food ofcourse.
Definitely a must if you'd like to upgrade your restaurant experience.

  I had a magical evening. I'm a solo traveller and made some wonderful new friends at Mateus' private dinner. The menu was so thoughtfully put together, and the hosts warm... read more and attentive. You can tell Mateus and his brother really invested their heart into this experience and they should be very proud.

  The food and the company were excellent. I had a few days of traveling solo and it was wonderful to have a meal with a group who enjoyed food. ... read more The food was excellent and a bargain. Mateus and his brother’s passion for food, culture and hospitality were appreciated by all their guests.

  This experience was fabulous -- much more than i expected! The food was amazing plus the background information about the ingredients and how it was made provided a greater appreciation... read more for the talent of the chef. It was well worth it. Many thanks to the chef and his brother.

  If you are looking for a wonderful dining experience, mixed with great food and a welcoming ambiance, come experience Mateus’s creations! He and his brother make a dynamic team,... read more creating an lovely environment to relax, enjoy, and get a taste of different dishes inspired by different parts of Portugal!

  Experiência interessante para quem deseja conhecer mais a respeito da culinária local. Anfitrião e co- anfitrião absolutamente preocupados com o conforto e experiência de todos, além de muito simpáticos.... read more

  If you're looking for a fine dining experience with an excellent young local chef, this is a fantastic find. The food was incredible. Expect more of a restaurant vibe from... read more the hosts, and lots of time to spend with new friends at the table. Thoughtful customizations for dietary needs, too, so fear not if you're vegan, GF, or veg.

  This experience was amazing from the moment we arrived all the way through our departure! Everyone’s meals were fully customized to them while maintaining a communal experience. As someone with... read more gluten and lactose free restrictions, I felt like I was fully included and the food was spectacular!