Highly recommend doing this! It was worth every penny. The food was great, Mateus and his brother were lovely hosts, and it’s a great way to meet people!

  I had an incredible experience. The nut soup and dessert were absolute highlights, showcasing the authentic flavors of Portuguese cuisine. Every dish was meticulously prepared and delicious. The atmosphere was... read more inviting, the presentation impeccable, and the storytelling added a charming touch. As a solo female traveler, I felt welcomed by the warm and open hosts, making it a delightful evening. I highly recommend this experience for anyone looking to savor genuine Portuguese dishes while enjoying a wonderful cultural exchange.

  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. 😉

  Wonderful experience! Loved the intimate nature of the meal with the beautiful setting they prepared. Plus it was fun to converse and enjoy the company of other travelers. Our party... read more enjoyed all that they brought but the chef was more than accommodating to those with dietary restrictions. Highly recommend to those looking for a fun experience with amazing food that ties in Portuguese culture.

  This was absolutely amazing and an experience all should do in Lisbon! Dinner was spectacular..trying all different Portuguese cuisine with excellent presentation. The host and chef are also so fun... read more and amazing! Thank you

  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!

  We had a lovely meal with Mateus. He made special non-alcoholic juices for our teenage kids. Each person in the family tried new items and found them to be delicious.... read more We leaned about Portuguese cuisine as well. A+ from all members of the family.

  It was my second time attending the dinner experience and it was again just wonderful! Thank you so much for everything, Mateus and Marcos!

  Lovely dinning experience!
Chef Mateus and co-host Marcos are very attentive hosts. They love what they do and their presentation is amazing.
Treat yourself and enjoy a culinary journey through Portugal!... read more