Algarvian Style Fish BBQ Class with Market Tour

If you are looking for an interactive experience of how to prepare Fish and seafood on the BBQ, or if you are a foodie interested in the skill involved in prepping a delicious meal from start to finish or you just want a great day out with friends to enjoy a taste of the Algarve; the Algarvian Style Fish BBQ Class fits it all. We began with a market tour to learn how to choose the freshest local varieties of fish, seafood and vegetables for the meal, then on to the Gato Preto de Silves', a typical Algarve-style Quinta nestled in the beautiful Silves countryside for an appetizer and delectable wine from a local vineyard to then become absorbed in the process of preparing a scrumptious BBQ meal. Chef Jose was a master with the dance of timing of everything from the flame of the BBQ to plating the end result. Gloria assisted Jose with prep and describing process with lively conversation about origination of the food and wine being served. Matteo made sure of our constant comfort and joined in the educational conversation as well. Lillian promptly filled our water glasses and secured a new plate for the next delightful dish. We finished the meal with a delicious dessert, coffee and homemade Limoncello. My husband is the chef in our family and will be using all he learned in class at home in our kitchen and I, always the observer, will enjoy dining on the results. We highly recommend this experience whether you are wanting to learn to BBQ the Algarvan way or just feast your eyes on the theatre of delicious meal preparation. Many thanks Jose, Gloria, Matteo and Lillian We now want to experience other opportunities you have designed!

We had a marvellous learning, cooking and eating experience. We met our host/guide and the chef at the Portamao Market, which for the uninitiated is overwhelming. We were given tips of what to look for and the varieties of fish that worked well on the grill.. The same was done in the vegetable area of the market. After we procured the ingredients for our meal drove about 20 minutes to our host’s beautiful BnB which had an interactive outdoor kitchen and even a swimming pool. We learned how to prepare each type of seafood, from sardines to cockles, goose barnacles, said and two other kinds fish. Each course was erred with incredible sauces made with the vegetables from the market. The presentations were simple and delicious. With each course, delicious local wines were served. We anticipated a good experience and ended up with a great experience. We had dinner reservations for that night but cancelled because we were so full from all of the great food. Thank you Jose, Gloria, Matteo and Lillian for such a great day. I’m hoping we can find some of the same fish back in Canada.

What a great day with Gloria, Jose and Matteo! From learning about buying fish and vegetables the market to how to prepare and cook at the country home, an amazing day. The group was small and we had plenty of opportunity to learn and to ask questions. And of course, taste and enjoy! 5 kinds of fish/seafood, local vegetables and wines all contributed to a scrumptious meal and great experience. Highly recommend!