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Portuguese Dinner in Porto: Experience Local Cuisine and Culture with Authentic Entertainment
5.0
26 Ratings
Porto
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Porto with a Portuguese dinner experience. Indulge in local cuisine, enjoy live jazz and bossa nova music, and create lasting memories.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Porto with a Portuguese dinner experience. Indulge in local cuisine, enjoy live jazz and bossa nova music, and create lasting memories.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Rua Orfeão do Porto - Join João and his companion for an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food, music, and engaging conversation. Enjoy an authentic Portuguese dinner accompanied by jazz and bossa nova tunes, setting the perfect mood for a relaxing and delightful night.
Your host, João, hails from Brazil and resides in Porto, Portugal….
- Rua Orfeão do Porto - Join João and his companion for an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food, music, and engaging conversation. Enjoy an authentic Portuguese dinner accompanied by jazz and bossa nova tunes, setting the perfect mood for a relaxing and delightful night.
Your host, João, hails from Brazil and resides in Porto, Portugal. His wonderful apartment is adorned with numerous plants and bathed in sunlight. João has a passion for cooking, especially with bold flavors, savoring Portuguese wines, engaging in conversation, and making new friends. As a filmmaker, he enjoys discussing art, literature, cinema, and all things positive.
This experience is carefully curated by the world’s largest community for genuine culinary experiences. Our offerings are highly rated on TripAdvisor and cherished by thousands of travelers worldwide!
What's Included
- An evening of sharing life stories with a full belly
- Experience first-hand the local culture and cuisine
- Enjoy a traditional Portuguese dinner with delightful music
- Dinner included
- Drinks and beverages provided
- An evening of sharing life stories with a full belly
- Experience first-hand the local culture and cuisine
- Enjoy a traditional Portuguese dinner with delightful music
- Dinner included
- Drinks and beverages provided
Meal Options
- Sparkling Wine, cheeses and Portuguese fruits - Homemade cream cheese and leek, traditional Portuguese bread baked with leaves and aromatic wood and Portuguese sparkling wine.
- Sardine Ceviche
- Vatapá Porto/Amazon - Shrimp, in dense shrimp cream, coconut milk, onion, peppers, aromatic seasoning and coriander. Served with wholegrain basmati rice and…
- Sparkling Wine, cheeses and Portuguese fruits - Homemade cream cheese and leek, traditional Portuguese bread baked with leaves and aromatic wood and Portuguese sparkling wine.
- Sardine Ceviche
- Vatapá Porto/Amazon - Shrimp, in dense shrimp cream, coconut milk, onion, peppers, aromatic seasoning and coriander. Served with wholegrain basmati rice and quinoa.
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Traditional Portuguese Sweets - Seasonal fruits flambéed served with Brazil nut biscuit base and ice cream with traditional Portuguese flavors.
Accompanied by a Port wine (reserve)
Additional Information
Join João for a delightful Portuguese dinner accompanied by the soothing sounds of jazz and bossa nova.
Your evening kicks off with a glass of Portuguese sparkling wine, paired with local cheeses and seasonal fruits. Be sure to save room for a delectable dinner, where engaging conversations, laughter, and the sharing of life stories abound. Conclude your…
Join João for a delightful Portuguese dinner accompanied by the soothing sounds of jazz and bossa nova.
Your evening kicks off with a glass of Portuguese sparkling wine, paired with local cheeses and seasonal fruits. Be sure to save room for a delectable dinner, where engaging conversations, laughter, and the sharing of life stories abound. Conclude your meal with a fine Porto wine and a classic Portuguese dessert.
- Guests need to communicate if they have any food restrictions (allergy, special diet, etc.)
Location
Rua Orfeão do Porto
The full address will be sent to you once you booked the event. It will be in the 'Before you go section' at the bottom of your booking confirmation.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(26 Ratings)
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U9319uajohnm
Oct 23, 2025
A one of a kind, excellent experience! - Excellent experience! We met some fascinating people and had a wonderful dinner, complete with wine, charcuterie and cheese, a delicious main course, and dessert. Our hosts were engaging and interesting to talk to, as well as the other couple enjoying the dinner with us.
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Rachel_g
Aug 17, 2025
A night with friends! - You will feel like you’re with family and friends. My friend and I truly enjoyed this wonderful experience. The food was delicious, the presentation was beautiful, and the conversations were intriguing. Thank you for welcoming us into your home.
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Davesthetraveler
Jul 18, 2024
A must do in Porto! - Joao was an incredible host! He warmly welcomed us to his home with open arms, and he wined and dined us all evening. Not only was he a gracious host, but he is an accomplished chef who created a fantastic meal. His friends Sylvia and Pedro also dropped in, and they were an amazing and entertaining couple who shared the evening with us. We learned so much about the city of Porto and the countries of Portugal and Brazil, and they all facilitated connections that bring people together to make the world a smaller place. Thank you so much for the wonderful evening!
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Melissa_c
Mar 21, 2024
Wonderful Host & Evening - João was the perfect host. Every detail was well thought out, including the music, which always sets the mood! The appetizers, dinner, wine, and of course, the conversation all made for an amazing evening. It’s a fun way to meet new people and learn about each others’ backgrounds and experiences. This was one of our favorite memories of our trip, and we left having made some new friends.
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Ashleyrl7466zw
Nov 19, 2023
Memorable Night with Great Food and Conversation! - Jaoa and his partner Matt were excellent hosts. The food, drinks, and conversation were great! It was an unique experience to be able to have a nice dinner with someone and hear their local perspective.
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Seaside4188
Nov 14, 2023
An unforgettable evening. - The entire experience was magical - the food, the setting, the conversation and the company. I would highly recommend this as a way to experience a dining experience like no other while visiting Porto. The booking was easy and the communication was seamless. It was a PERFECT evening. Thanks, Joao and Matthew!
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Holly_h
Oct 16, 2023
Unique and wonderful experience! - Joao prepared a fabulous meal of Brazilian specialties! The evening was filled with great food, great wine and best of all, great conversation and an opportunity to learn more about other cultures. Wonderful experience!
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C6113zbpedrop
Oct 10, 2023
Great dinner and great people! - Dinner at João's house was incredible: great food and great people! The house is very cozy, beautifully decorated with lots of plants. We had good conversations over sangria and wine, accompanied by some good appetizers, followed by a delicious dinner. I met really nice people at João's house, it was an unforgettable experience. If you are in Porto, I recommend going to João's dinner!
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923paulos
Oct 7, 2023
"Forks, Friends, and Port: Porto’s Palatable Playdate" - In the picturesque setting of Porto, an evening of gastronomy and camaraderie unfolds at "The Art of Eating and Making Friends". The heartwarming host, João Inácio, orchestrates a rendezvous of laughter, stories, and his culinary delights. His menu, a tribute to Portuguese cuisine, sparks lively exchanges among attendees. Each dish, from savory Bacalhau to sweet Pastéis de Nata, is a conversation catalyst, mirroring Portugal's culinary allure.As glasses clink and laughter resonates, strangers morph into friends, bound by shared tales and João's heartening hospitality. The event transcends dining; it's about forming bonds over delectable bites, under the soft glow of Porto’s starlit sky. The night concludes with hearts warmed, bellies satiated, and the promise of enduring friendships
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Extraordinary522309
May 17, 2023
a cozy, fun and tasty experience - It was my first experience and I confess I was very impressed, as it was very welcoming, fun and tasty.
Cozy, as the Mood allowed people to stay at ease and very comfortable. Funny, as a consequence of this relaxed and welcoming Mood, the conversation between all the present flowed like we were longtime friends, with the exchange of personal and professional experiences, future projects, musical skills, etc. And tasty, because we were offered a variety of flavors, textures and aromas that involved us throughout the night... including the care of the different nutritional options without excluding or differentiating...
It was exceptional... congratulations and thanks for the affection
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