Shopping, cooking and eating together at my home in Porto

The cooking class with Nuno was the highlight of our week in Porto. The experience began with a visit to local shops — the butcher, baker, confectioner, and green grocer — to handpick fresh ingredients for the day’s recipes. This immersive start set the perfect tone for what turned out to be a truly memorable afternoon. Nuno’s apartment was warmly welcoming and well-suited for our group. A charming balcony overflowing with fresh herbs and plants — many of which we used in our cooking — added to the atmosphere. Despite being a somewhat tricky group, with dietary restrictions including shellfish allergies, a no-beef preference, and a few picky eaters, Nuno adapted with ease and enthusiasm. He helped us craft a delicious, hearty meal that everyone could enjoy. Under his guidance, each participant took on a specific role, making the experience hands-on and engaging from start to finish. We prepared a range of appetizers, including different sausages, green peppers, pork strips, and a fresh fish we cleaned and baked with lemongrass, rosemary, tomatoes, and olives — all beautifully paired with a crisp white wine. We wrapped up the meal with a surprisingly simple-to-make Pastel de Nata, Portugal’s iconic custard tart. Beyond the food, Nuno was a fantastic host — knowledgeable, funny, and passionate about both Portuguese cuisine and his own culinary journey. By the end of the afternoon, it felt less like a cooking class and more like sharing a long, joyful lunch with a good friend.

Amazing experience from start to finish. Nuno was knowledgeable about the food and wine. I would highly recommend this class next time you are in Porto!

We hebben een leuke avond gehad bij Nuno! Vanaf de boeking was het contact heel goed, hij informeerde naar eventuele allergieën of dieetwensen en heeft daar ook rekening mee gehouden. Na ontmoeting hebben we eerst samen boodschappen gedaan, ondertussen vertelde hij veel over Portugese cultuur en gebruiken. Daarna hebben we lekker gekookt en de avond afgesloten met glaasje port