Loved this experience! A real highlight of our time in Lisbon. Amazing food, storytelling and service from Mateus and Marcus. We were the only attendees and it was a super... read more special night. Would really recommend.

  The whole evening was a dream and a delight, from stepping into Mateus’s gorgeous home we were welcomed like friends. The food and drinks were heavenly and it was the... read more highlight of our trip!

  The dining experience with Mateus and his brother in Lisbon was an absolute delight. Highly recommended by fellow travelers, it exceeded all expectations. The beautifully presented and delicious food showcased... read more Portuguese flavors with a unique touch, making each dish and moment memorable. Mateus's passion for culinary storytelling and his ability to cater to various dietary preferences added to the experience's charm. Beyond just a restaurant meal, it felt like an intimate dinner party where strangers became friends. The warm and welcoming atmosphere, paired with fantastic food, made this experience a must-try for anyone seeking an authentic taste of Portugal and a chance to connect with like-minded travelers. Don't hesitate to book this special evening; it's worth every penny!

  Experiencia sensacional. Surpreendeu positivamente, todos os pratos estavam deliciosos. Estávamos em um grupo de 7 pessoas e foi unanime, o chef serviu uma salada de polvo e todos atestaram... read more ser a melhor já provada. Foi a nossa primeira vez em uma experiencia como essa e com certeza será para repetir.

  This was the most beautiful tasting experience I have ever been a part of. Mateus is passionate about what he does and his brother is a natural host. They made... read more the perfect duo, and the food was absolutely amazing. I could feel the history and passion in every bite. HIGHLY recommend!!!

  I spent a wonderful evening with Mateus and Marcos
I felt very welcomed from the moment I arrived. The food was delicious and it was very interesting to hear the... read more history behind each dish. This is also an excellent activity for solo travellers. I really enjoyed the company of the other guest. It was a great evening.

  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!

  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.

  My friend went to Portugal a few weeks before me and recommended this dinner experience and I am SO glad I booked it for my two gal pals and I... read more on our first evening in Lisbon.
The event room in the hostel was delightful. Mateus and Marcos greeted us warmly and showed us to our seats. We were seated next to different parties and were welcomed with a white port cocktail which was absolutely delightful. The table setting was very nice and I really loved how the starters were already placed on the table. I loved the bread and butter. The bread was homemade and warm. Then Mateus welcomes everyone and explained every course. They give everyone time to eat each course and talk with each other. The meals change so I am not going into detail into my meal as yours will likely be different.
M&M share their life story with us and how they came to Portugal and cooking career. It’s so meaningful to see someone live out their dream and be able to take part in the journey. The care, presentation, food, and hospitality are all important to Mateus and Marcos.
If you’re concerned about the dinner being hosted at a hostel, don’t be. It’s a lovely room with great ambience. There are two large tables. Ours had 10 and the other was similar.
We surprised my friend with a little birthday treat and M&M were so wonderful about including that at the end of the dinner with song and candles!
We definitely recommend this experience if you want an unforgettable evening going on a tour of Portuguese cuisine without all the walking. 😉