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 is the must try. The experience was the highlight of our trip! The food was amazing and Mateus and his brother are very welcoming and accommodating. We were impressed... read more with Mateus’s passion for traditional Portuguese food. Will try if he host the similar experience in other countries.

  We had a great time meeting new friends in Lisbon, taken care of by the lovely twins, eating some great homemade portuguese food! Thank you so much!

  This was a great way to end our trip! The food was amazing and I loved how it was all explained - some history, what region it came from, how... read more it’s typically served, special cooking techniques, and his personal touches. Each dish was better than the one before, if that’s possible. Everyone was so nice, good conversation and a lovely evening! Highly recommend and preferred this to a typical food tour.

  It was a lovely unique experience supporting a young chef and connecting with others at a community style table. The hostel location is beautiful, and the dishes are thoughtfully designed.

  The best dinner experience in Lisbon! We had the most delicious six course meal, wonderfully adapted to everyone’s dietary restrictions. We had a great time meeting and chatting with fellow... read more travelers while learning about the care and process Mateus put into each dish. Such a great value too! A must do in Lisbon!

  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.

  This was an amazing experience, Mateus prepared the best meal we’ve had in Portugal and we cannot stop thinking about it! Both brothers are so welcoming and kind, we felt... read more right at home with them and their ability to speak French as well as English to include all guest was just an extra touch. Do this experience if you have the chance, we plan to go again when we return to Lisbon!

  IF I could give more stars I would. This was a highlight of our trip. The communication was excellent. The food was AMAZING!!!!Mateus and his brother were so sweet and... read more nice -from the minute we booked the experience, they made us feel welcome and their attention to detail was incredible. My daughter is a vegetarian and there were two other vegan guests and the adaptation of the traditional Portuguese menu for them was not just skillful and delicious, it was inspiring! The beautiful decor, the explanations, the attention to detail, the small friendly group- all made for a very special, unforgettable evening. Thank you for sharing your incredible knowledge and skill in the kitchen with us. A wonderful night.