Published on Aug, 2024

Hands down the best experience in the Algarve. We did the market tour and cooking in her home and we had the best day. We were a group of 6 from 8 years old to 75 years old. Paula is a lovely woman with such a kind, inviting and approachable demeanor. And the food!!!!! She guides you through selections at the market then takes them to her traditional and beautiful home to prepare multiple courses that she encourages you to make at home by involving you in the process as much or as little as you like. She offers wine aplenty and spends so much time with you. A truly delightful woman who loves sharing her culture!

Published on Jul, 2024

Paula is a wonderful advocate for traditional Algarvian cuisine - all made with locally sourced ingredients. The recipes are all relatively simple but delicious and we made about seven courses, based on food we selected together at Loule market. Do not eat breakfast or anything else before this experience since waddled home. With two 17 year olds in tow who cook little at home, it was great to see them create some fabulous dishes under Paula’s supervision. Highly recommend this experience.

Published on Jun, 2024

A truly fantastic experience. We met Paula by the market in Loulé, And then went around the market with her, learning all about the traditional foods and ingredients of the Algarve. She taught us a great deal about seafood and how to choose it whilst at the market. We Then went to home, a very short walk away. Her home is beautiful and really worth seeing on its own. We then spent the next few hours in her kitchen, and Paula cooked / taught us how to cook several local dishes - Cataplana, cuttlefish, cockles and other yummy dishes. We were also treated to a delicious bottle of red wine too. We absolutely loved everything about this - it’s really worth doing.

Published on May, 2024

It was a perfect day! We started out meeting at the market. Paula explained the Portuguese culture and cuisine. She selected items with us that we would help cook in her home. Opening her home gave us a real experience of the Portuguese people and decorum. The food was amazing and including many courses. Paula is down to earth and we also shared good conversation around the table. This was a surprise gift from my daughters for mother ‘s day. A gift I won’t forget! I was stuffed! Highly recommend this experience.

Published on Apr, 2024

The experience was like cooking with someone you have known for years. Paula decides on the menu after meeting you and talking about food you enjoy as you stroll through the market. Paula shares story's of Loule's history and her history in Loule. She shares stories of the food she cooks us which includes recipes that we can create at home. Paula's home is warm and comfortable and made for entertaining. It was a magical experience.