Portuguese flavors in a typical village home
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The experience is super relaxed, we start by sitting down and tasting a little bit of Portugal, while I give a brief explanation of what we're going to cook. Cooking while hungry is a bad policy. When we're ready, we put on our aprons and start the teamwork, under my guidance. Some of the ingredients are from my backyard, and I'll take you to see what they are... As we prepare the food, I'll tell some stories about the origins of the ingredients to be used. In the end, we set the table and sat down to savor all the dishes we've prepared. IMPORTANT: If you have any food allergies or follow a specific diet (vegetarian, paleo, vegan, etc ...) let me know as soon as possible so we can prepare in advance all the ingredients needed.
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- 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
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Highly recommended experience, we were very comfortable and prepared typical Portuguese dishes that we loved.
¡Muchas gracias! 💛 Fue un verdadero placer recibiros en mi casa y compartir con vosotros algunos sabores y tradiciones de la cocina portuguesa. Me alegra mucho saber que os sentisteis a gusto y que disfrutasteis preparando y saboreando nuestros platos. Gracias por vuestra recomendación y por compartir este momento conmigo. ¡Siempre seréis bienvenidos a mi mesa! ✨🇵🇹
It was an incredible experience from start to finish. Being welcomed into Katija’s beautiful home made the evening feel so personal and special. She was a wonderful host, and her knowledge of Portuguese culture made every course even more meaningful. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, and the wine pairings were excellent. I would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone visiting Lisbon. It was a true highlight of my trip and an experience I’ll never forget.
Thank you so much for your beautiful review! 💛 Your kind words truly mean the world to me. It was an absolute pleasure to welcome you into my home and share an evening of Portuguese food, wine, culture and conversation. I'm so happy to know that you enjoyed not only the dishes and wine pairings, but also the stories and traditions behind them. Creating a personal and meaningful experience around the table is exactly what I hope every guest takes away. Thank you for your heartfelt recommendation. Knowing that this was one of the highlights of your trip to Lisbon is the greatest compliment I could receive. I hope our paths cross again one day. You'll always be welcome back at my table. ✨🇵🇹 💛
I had a wonderful time at Katija’s cooking class in a charming village near Lisbon. We learned how to make a delicious traditional feijoada and an amazing dessert, all while discovering more about Portuguese food, culture, and local ingredients. What made this experience truly special was Katija herself. She created such a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere that it felt less like a cooking class and more like spending time with friends. The instructions were easy to follow, the food was fantastic, and the whole experience felt very authentic. The best part? After we finished cooking and eating, we stayed for hours chatting, sharing stories, and enjoying each other’s company. Those conversations were just as memorable as the food itself. If you’re looking for a genuine local experience, great food, and wonderful company, I can highly recommend Katija’s cooking class. It was one of the highlights of my time in Portugal.
Thank you so much for this beautiful review 💛 It makes me incredibly happy to know that the experience felt authentic, relaxed, and welcoming. For me, cooking is only part of the story — the real magic happens when people gather around the table, share their experiences, and connect with one another ✨ I loved spending the afternoon with you, preparing the feijoada together, talking about Portuguese food and culture, and discovering that the conversations continued long after the meal was finished 😊 Those moments of laughter, storytelling, and genuine connection are exactly what I hope guests take away from their time here. Thank you for your warmth, curiosity, and wonderful company. Knowing that this was one of the highlights of your time in Portugal means more than you can imagine. You will always be welcome back at my table 💫💛
I felt like family. It was like a cousin envited you for a family meal. We laughed and shared stories and I learned so much history.
Thank you so much 💛 Your words mean a lot to me. Making guests feel like family is exactly what I hope for when I welcome people into my home ✨ I loved sharing stories, laughter, and a meal around the table with you. For me, food is not only about recipes — it's about connection, culture, and creating moments that bring people together. I'm so happy you enjoyed learning about Portugal’s history and that the experience felt so personal and welcoming 😊 Thank you for being part of it, and you will always be welcome back at my table 💫💛
It was a lovely afternoon. Katije is a warm and engaging host and it was fun to meet others who were traveling.
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 I’m really happy to hear you enjoyed the afternoon and the chance to meet fellow travelers. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’m glad the experience felt warm and engaging. Wishing you wonderful travels ahead!
It was fabulous - I was fortunate to be the only one who signed up and felt I was honoured to be invited into a local’s home and cook with Katija.
Thank you so much, Jasmin! ✨ It was truly a pleasure welcoming you into my home and sharing that special one-on-one moment together. Cooking and talking with you felt very natural, and I’m so glad you enjoyed the experience. You’ll always be welcome back at my table! 🍷🥘
It's very interesting, healthy, and delicious. Kate explains the cooking process well and reveals the secrets of preserving vitamins.I want to come back again. Highly recommended)
Thank you, Kristina! 😊 I’m very happy to hear you enjoyed the experience and the food. It means a lot to know that the focus on healthy cooking and preserving the ingredients’ natural qualities resonated with you. I’d love to welcome you back again anytime! 🌱✨
We had such a fun and memorable time with our friends during this cooking experience. Katija was the perfect host: welcoming, knowledgeable, and full of fascinating stories about Portuguese culture, history and food. The setting in her beautiful village home made it feel like we were visiting a friend, not just taking a class. We loved learning about the regional ingredients and traditions, and the octopus rice was absolutely incredible – one of the best dishes we’ve had in Portugal! The wine flowed, the conversation was lively, and we left not only with full stomachs but with a much deeper appreciation of Portuguese life and flavors. Highly recommend this experience if you’re looking for something authentic, personal, and delicious!
Dear Nick. Thank you so much for your beautiful words! It was a joy to welcome you and your friends into my home. I’m so happy to hear that you felt the spirit of the place — this house, passed down from my great-grandparents, carries many stories, and it warms my heart to see it filled with laughter, curiosity, and good conversation. I’m thrilled you enjoyed the octopus rice (one of my favorite traditional dishes!) and that you left not only satisfied but with a deeper connection to Portuguese life and flavors. Wishing you many more delicious adventures — and you're always welcome back for another round of stories, wine, and cooking! Warmly, Katija
It was an amazing experience. Cozy environment; Katija was excellent, made us feel at home. It was like cooking at home with family. The whole experience exited our expectations.
Thank you so much Enrique, for your kind words! It truly means a lot to know that you felt at home — that’s exactly the spirit I hope to create. Cooking together, sharing stories and flavors, just like with family. I'm so happy the experience exceeded your expectations. You’re always welcome back to my little village kitchen anytime! Warm regards, Katija
My lady and I shared the most delightful afternoon with Katija and the meal she guided us thru. Preparing was only part of what made the experience so delicious! The setting is close to the city while also a world away - bucolic, peaceful, serene-only 20 minutes away from our hotel in Lisbon, but it felt as if we had journeyed to another time, Katija welcomed us like old friends into her charming dining area where we sipped a delicious tea freshly brewed from the lemon verbena leaves picked moments before on our tour of her garden. We learned about her home and the family connection it has to her. Katija shared pictures of her family and showed us artifacts of her grandfather and other family members. This was far more than a cooking experience. Katija took us on a journey through time as she well planned, manageable task with a relaxing pace as she kept us engaged with her friendly, interesting conversation and delicious meal. Extremely highly recommended.
Dear Daryl. Thank you so much for your beautiful words — reading this truly touched my heart. It was a joy to welcome you both and share not only the meal, but also a little of my story and the soul of this home. I’m so happy to know the experience felt like a journey — that’s exactly what I hope to offer: a moment of pause, connection, and authentic flavors in a peaceful setting. I’ll remember our afternoon fondly, and I’m so grateful you chose to spend it here. Wishing you many more meaningful adventures — and delicious meals along the way! ✨🍋🥰
