About this workshop
“A Brunch Workshop of Portuguese Delights Along the Spice Route” invites you to embark on a culinary journey inspired by Vasco da Gama’s historic sea voyage to India. Indulge in a symphony of Portuguese flavours during brunch, featuring iconic dishes such as Tomatolada stew, Pastéis de Bacalhau, Portuguese French Toast, and Mozambique Veggie Samoosa – Chamuças de Batata.
Experience the rich tapestry of flavours brought back by the Portuguese adventurers, paired perfectly with a glass of wine to complement the culinary creations.
Your experience highlights
✨ Create dishes from the countries that the Portuguese explorers visited on their spice route journeys.
✨ Enjoy tastes like Tomatolada stew, Pastéis de Bacalhau, Portuguese French Toast, and Mozambique Veggie Samoosa – Chamuças de Batata.
✨Gain insights into the Portuguese Spice route – a feast for your body and soul.
✨End the interactive demonstration with an enjoyable meal and a dessert.
About your hosts
Graham and Cheryl are keen ‘foodies’ and prepare all of our retreat menus with fresh locally sourced ingredients. Our menus are inspired by chefs like Yotam Ottolenghi, Ixta Belfrage, and other vegetarian and vegan chefs to bring you an array of tastes from around the world.
We believe in offering a fun experience, where every participant not only learns but savours and appreciates the rich tapestry of the Portuguese influence from around the world. Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast or just looking to try something new, this workshop promises a blend of fun, flavour, and festivity.
Your schedule
Arrive at 10:45 for coffee and tea before we start our fun interactive cooking experience as a group. Enjoy your creations with your new friends over a glass of wine sitting under the Carob trees. End of event is normally around 2pm.
Our cooking workshop reviews
Cheryl & Graham were the perfect hosts, thank you in a beautiful setting, easy going pace, cooking lunch was an enjoyable experience, very well organised & lots of tips as you go.. delicious food & company in very relaxed atmosphere, highly recommend 👌 Maureen 🇮🇪
We had a super fun day on this Ottolenghi inspired workshop. It was a chance to learn some new cooking skills and try new Mediterranean-inspired recipes. We enjoyed meeting other like-minded cooks and sharing a lunch together. I’d highly recommend Cheryl and Graham’s Figs on the Funcho enterprise.
My sister and I had a wonderful time! We love the recipes and the very kind and patient chef and his two family assistants. The food was delicious. And, the beautiful premises completed the whole picture. We can definitely recommend this cooking class 👍🏼😋👌🏼
What's Included
- 3 hours hands on cooking session with small group
- Recipes and fun filled memories to take away with you
- Enjoy the food with your new found friends over a glass of wine
Venue
Figs on the Funcho, crowned by LuxLife’s Hospitality Award as “Algarve’s Most Idyllic Riverside Retreat 2023“, offers breath-taking country views that will undoubtedly leave you in awe. Immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the surroundings, let the stunning landscapes inspire you, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Our home-from-home, The River House, is the perfect retreat for nature enthusiasts seeking modern comfort, privacy, and peace. This renovated 100-year-old farmhouse riverside property boasts an infinity swimming pool, 5 large bedrooms, and can accommodate up to 10 people with the option of single or double beds.
In addition to the villa, The River House also offers the option of staying in our two luxurious safari tents in the garden with stunning river views. Each tent can accommodate up to 2 guests, providing a unique and immersive nature experience. So, whether you choose to stay in the villa or one of our safari tents, you’re sure to have an unforgettable and restorative getaway.
How to get here
We’ll pick you up at Faro airport at 3pm; if you’ve opted for a different route, we’ll warmly welcome you at the riverside villa from 3pm.
For those arriving by train, disembark at Messines-Alte train station and choose a quick 5-minute taxi ride to reach the villa. This is an excellent choice for those who prefer to avoid an internal flight and instead savour a scenic journey through the countryside.
If you’re flying into Faro airport, you have two options: either take the train to Messines-Alte and select a 5-minute taxi ride to the villa or opt for a 45-minute airport taxi transfer directly to the villa.
Follow the Google map directions for those travelling by car.
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