This dining experience was really unique. I felt like we were treated as special guests and at the same time it was like dining with familiar friends.
The twin brothers were... read more very pleasant, hospitable and accommodating. The entire dinner menu, presentation and ambiance are spectacular.

  Mateus and Marcus have created something special, a cozy experience where everyone feels like home in Portugal, eating and drinking among friends from around the world!

  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. 😉

  What an unexpected and unique way to spend an evening in Lisbon. Don’t let the location fool you, this is an elegant and thoughtful dinner expertly prepared with love. Mateus... read more and his brother prepare and serve in a Hostel, but it’s quaint, clean, and comfortable. And dare I say, elegant! It’s multiple courses, with beverages. A great value! Also, you sit with others, which makes it extra special. We had lively conversation all evening. So fun. I highly recommend you spend a magical evening with Mates!

  The food was excellent, the menu very thoughtful, traditionally Portuguese, but although special. All intolerances were very attentively taken into consideration. Mateus and Marco are two very kind and warmhearted... read more hosts. We really had a great evening! 🙂

  Everything was delicious and well thought out. If we have any friends or family heading to lisbon I will highly recommend this experience to them.

  This was a beautiful intimate experience created by Mateus and his brother Marcus. An unforgettable evening with delightful food, presented and taste were super on point. Plus a lovely setting... read more and such a great atmosphere. This all set the tone for a perfect evening shared with my daughter, husband and some people we had never met before. It was a lovely chatty evening and I cannot recommend this experience enough! Simply put, I can’t wait to revisit! Thank you both xx

  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.

  Stop reading reviews and just book this experience. The ambiance, the brothers working together in perfect syncopation, the food, the wine, I want to personally have the same dinner tomorrow... read more night. It has literally been the highlight of my Lisbon experience thus far! If you are looking for a magical
Evening that is unparalleled. Check this out!