Cataplana for all – from the kitchen to the table

Tour Description

Cataplana, both a tantalizing Portuguese dish and the vessel it’s cooked in, captures the essence of coastal flavors in a clam-shaped pot. This culinary gem brims with a seafood symphony—clams, prawns, and fish mingle with onions, tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic spices. Encased within the cataplana cookware, this medley steams to perfection, infusing every bite with the essence of the sea. As the lid clamps shut, locking in the savory alchemy, it beckons diners to gather ’round, sharing both the dish and the joy of communal dining. A fragrant and flavorful delight, cataplana embodies the heart and soul of Portugal’s rich culinary heritage.

The word cataplana refers not only to the utensil but also to the dishes that are prepared in it. The characteristics of this pan allow a wide range of dishes to be created that are a delight for all the senses and are good for one’s heart, as the cataplana enables little fat to be used in recipes.

This program aims to demonstrate the huge potential of this symbol of Algarve gastronomy.

Where the cataplana comes from? What cooking method is used?

What recipes can be prepared using this utensil?

These are just some of the questions that clients can hear answered by the chef who will accompany them on this gastronomic experience.

During this experience clients will learn more about the Portuguese coastline and fish quality and will also learn how to cook the most famous Algarvian Cataplana, meet the Chef and enjoy the delicious fish and seafood.

What's included:

Brief history of the Cataplana

Cookery Workshop

Full meal

Apron + Participation Certificate