Chef for a day | Boss for a day (Min. 4 Participants)
Description
Exclusive program where you will have the opportunity to show your skill as a chef and let the soil provide the warmth needed to make your lunch!
Tour Options
Itinerary
The day starts with the pick up at the accommodation by 7:45 am with a stop at the Graça Market to buy the necessary products for the preparation of lunch (fish, vegetables and fruit, wine and regional bread).
Stop in Vila Franca do Campo, where you can sample a Queijada from Vila Franca, these queijadas are an old convent sweet whose recipe was created by the nuns of the Convent of Santo André. Very appreciated, they have as main ingredients the milk, the eggs, the sugar, the butter and the flour of wheat.
Arriving on the banks of the romantic Furnas Lagoon, it is time for the chefs to show their skill in making lunch!
After finishing the culinary tasks, a tour begins around the Lagoa, with end in the parish of Furnas, where you will be able to bathe in hot springs, in the Poona da Dona Beija.
Return to the Lagoa das Furnas, to the zone of the caldera, where you will attend to the unearthing of the lunch, that will be served in the zone of the snacks in the margin of this beautiful lagoon.
After the lunch ritual, a brief stop at the Pico do Ferra Mirador, where you can be dazzled with a panoramic view of the Furnas Valley.
On the way back, along the north coast of the island, you will stop at the Gorreana Plantation and Tea Factory, the only one of its kind in Europe, to taste a 5 o'clock cup. Stop at the viewpoint of Santa Iria where you can have an exuberant view on the green slopes that go towards the sea. Return to accommodation.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
All accommodations are located in Ponta Delgada.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum 4 Participants
Reviews(4)
I had the pleasure of being invited by the owner of the company for "The Chef for a Day" experience. Evaristo, the most hospitable, warm and gracious host, took me to the local market early in the morning. Later, he opened his home to me, showing me how to prepare a local fish stew. We made it together in his kitchen and then drove to the fumaroles in Furnas to put it in the ground to cook for a few hours. During the cooking time, he took me on a lovely hike through Grena Park and even drove me to a nearby fishing village to show me the views. We later feasted on his amazing fish cozido at a picnic table right by the lake. He even purchased some island cheeses, bread and incredible wine from Pico Island for me to enjoy. THE MOST UNUSAL AND WONDERFUL DAY IN GREAT COMPANY! I also did 2 hiking tours with them and they were fantastic. THIS COMPANY HAS MY HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION!
My husband and I were able to enjoy this amazing experience together with our fantastic guide Andre. Andre took us through the whole process from buying the food, preparing it, burying it, and enjoying an absolutely delicious meal. Thanks for letting us experience this local tradition. This is a full day with hiking, bathing in hot springs, and sight seeing. We highly recommend it to anyone visiting San Miguel!
Spent a week with Andre a very knowledgeable and accommodating guide. Our day at Lake Furness with Andre and Evaristo was truly memorable. We went to the market and bought our fresh ingredients. Then off to a beautiful venue where we prepared the meal for cooking in the ground at the Thermal springs. We walked and toured the area which was breathtaking while our meal cooked. Our meal was served with all the trimmings at a very posh venue. Fun times with our group of 5 ladies and these two accommodating gentlemen. Unforgettable. Highly recommend.
The four of us scheduled this tour for a unique experience And it did not disappoint. We arrived at Ponta Delgada on a cruise ship We were assured that time to return to the ship would be closely monitored and it was. The day started with a trip to the market, then tour thru some of the islands treasures in a comfortable van. Now the fun part The fish and vegetables were cut up and we drove to place our pot in a hole in the geothermal area. We then continued our tour and enjoyed time at the lovely thermal pool. Back to the pot and then on to the unveiling of the stew at a relaxing beautiful lodge Oh, my the stew was marvelous No fishy taste at all. Just well blended fresh ingredients well cooked. We are finishing up a 15 day cruise and 5 days in Iceland. We are still talking excitedly about our day with Big Blue Adventures. We felt safe, cared for, and special during the tour All of our questions were answered and we learned so much about the island. 3 of our group had been to the Azores before. Two were experiencing their first trip The tour was perfectly suited for all five of us We cannot wait to visit again and book more adventures with this experienced family tour group that just wants you to see and feel what they do about their land.
