We had an amazing time! The dinner was incredible! Each course was exquisite! When I return to Portugal this experience will the first on my list to do again! Highly... read more recommend!

  Mateus and Marcos Alves deliver an outstanding dining and social experience. When you enter their dining room, the magic begins with a spectacular table layout that promises a wonderful evening.... read more They attract an electric group of guests from all over the world, so you can exchange travel stories and tips during the meal. Over 5 courses of food, you experience a wonderful meal with lots of great flavors, sourced from local farms, explained by a talented chef, complimented by delicious local wines, all in the company of a great, fun group of travelers. Highly recommend this experience to everybody.

  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. 😉

  Lovely dinner in Lisbon! Mateus and Marcos have been very welcoming and warm hosts. They made sure that all the participants enjoyed the dinner and were having a good time.... read more The dishes were all very high quality, well adapted to any allergy or specific request. Mateus provided interesting and touchy explanations on the dishes going back to his roots and personal experiences. Thank you!! See you soon in Italy hopefully 😉

  This was a most memorable and enjoyable experience! Marcos and Mateus provided an excellent meal with super service. We loved everything! It was delightful to meet other guests too. Thank... read more you so much, we will always remember this evening and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic and exceptional dining experience.

  We had an amazing time at the local food experience! The variety of dishes showcased the rich flavors and culinary traditions of the Portuguese cuisine. Mateus was knowledgeable and engaging,... read more providing great insights into each dish. The setting was perfect, making it an enjoyable and intimate experience. Highly recommended for food lovers looking to dive into the local cuisine!

  What an amazing experience. Absolutely incredible food and two lovely hosts.
Thought, creativity and surprising flavors were added to every single component of the menu.
When the butter is a talking point... read more you have high hopes for the rest of the meal. It delivered in every area. Delicious bread, olives, cheese, jam left us in heaven before the main dishes were served.
Each dish was incredible, plated beautifully and creatively and described wonderfully by Mateus.
I don't drink alcohol and was served a delicious blueberry and orange juice instead which was amazing.
An amazing, homely setting which is relaxed and charming provided the back drop to culinary excellence.
If you are wondering whether to do this my advice is to make it a must do part of any trip to Lisbon. This was a massive highlight of our trip.
Thank you Mateus and Marco and our other companions for the evening for making it a night to remember.

  This was my second time visiting Mateus. I made sure to book my dinner as soon as I knew I was returning to Lisbon! He is an outstanding chef that... read more accommodates any food allergy and the entire experience is exceptional! His chef skills are so impressive, I think about his magical dishes for months after…

  i recommand this amazing experience to everyone who loves food, culture and talking with new friends. if you want special, you have to make an appointment with this private chef.