The gastronomy of Madeira reflects its history, its culture and its privileged location on the Atlantic Ocean. With Portuguese influences and tropical touches, it combines fresh ingredients from land and sea to offer unique flavors. From the traditional “espetada” (beef grilled on bay laurel skewers) and the famous “bolo do caco” bread to the incomparable Madeira wine, each dish tells a story of tradition and authenticity.
What we propose is a very unique experience. In an intimate setting in a typical Madeiran home, guided by a chef, learn in private how to elevate the island’s culinary secrets to the peak of flavor, in a masterclass just for you and your friends.
Start by giving the experience an initial kick! You’ll learn how to mix honey, sugarcane brandy and lemon juice to make “poncha”, the island’s most popular drink after Madeira wine. Also well-known is the “espetada”: grilled beef seasoned with salt, garlic and bay leaves. The secret is in the simple seasoning and the heat of the charcoal. How about “milho frito”, cornmeal diced and fried, or the famous fillet of black swordfish? Or the fantastic tuna steak?
Exotic fruits, including the enormous variety of passion fruits, bananas, and pitanga (Brazilian cherry), are tastes that identify the island. Sweets include the fantastic honey cake!
The menu doesn’t look bad, does it? Well, it’s up to you to make it real! But don’t overdo the “poncha”! (Yes, it’s truly tempting…)
