Cataplana for All: From kitchen to the table

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

Spanish

3 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

Throughout this experience, participants will have the opportunity to discover all the potential of the most iconic utensil in Algarve gastronomy, and will learn to make a cataplana with

fish and shellfish.

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Apron

Lunch

Private transportation

What To Expect

One of the best ways to understand a place is by tasting its cuisine – and the Algarve is no different. In Tertúlia Algarvia's Culinary Classes we take this a step further by learning how to prepare the most iconic regional dish: the tasty - cataplana. Head to the kitchen for a fun and authentic cooking class and by the time it’s over, you’ll have created a delectable dish to enjoy for lunch or dinner! This activity starts at 11.30 or 6:30 pm at Tertúlia Algarvia´s Restaurant and Culinary School with a complete menu that includes starters, drinks, the cataplanas made in cooking class and dessert.

Sample Menu

main

Fish and Shellfish Cataplana made by the participants

Options

Cataplana for All: From kitchen to the table

Reviews

5.00

11 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Memorable cooking experience!
Anita P,
Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amazing cataplana cooking class for our family of four! Doris was a fantastic teacher and made the whole experience fun and easy. We cooked a delicious seafood cataplana, then enjoyed it with wine and appetizers on the beautiful patio. Loved it so much we bought a cataplana pot afterwards to take home with us so we can recreate the dish! Highly recommend!
Fun class, nice facility, great lunch
susan p,
May 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great time cooking with Doris. She took the time to explain the process, the history and the ingredients. We had a lot of fun cooking Cataplana and then enjoying a lovely lunch afterwards with our cataplana, potatoes, bread, wine and dessert.
Discovery of a typical Portuguese dish the Cataplana with chicks
Lauradeso,
Nov 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very good cooking class that we then enjoyed in the sun on the terrace of the restaurant Little attention from the owners they offered us our drinks our coffees and desserts
Highly recommended
Benjamin S,
Jul 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Margerida was a passionate and knowledgeable teacher that brought joy and interest in cooking but also the story behind the food. It was super easy to learn and pick but new skills while having a blast, definitely would recommend!
Worthy experience for range of ages!
Frances H,
Jun 24, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wonderful experience for my party of 15 (ages ranging from 14 to 86)! Katrina gave us a welcome intro and Alexandra walked us step by step through the process of using Cataplana to produce a wonderful shellfish and fish meal! We had a few lactose intolerant participants and Alexandra made some accommodations. After making the meal we were seated to some appetizers and white and red wine, then we ate the delicious Cataplana dish and a yummy fig dessert with fruit! Excellent and attentive Service (by Leandro and Diorgo) ! All in all: Educational Wonderful and delicious experience enjoyed by all!
Nice experience
H4113YIyvonneh,
May 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed it. Susanna, the cook, explained everything really well and we prepared a delicious cataplana together. There was also dessert, starter and free drinks.
Great cooking class!
Dawn P,
Apr 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Alex was a great teacher. We learned the history of cataplana as well as the "how to's" of making this traditional Portuguese dish. We were treated like royalty from the moment we arrived. I recommend this to everyone! Thank you for the experience.
Great Cooking Class!
GoPlaces38577981944,
Oct 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
From the tour of the market, to the cooking class, to the food...it was all excellent! While I did this class alone, I would recommend it for couples or groups. They have a great room totally devoted to their cooking class.
Loved making Cataplana
trvlgrl2017,
Jun 9, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our chef was fantastic. We all had such a good time making this typical Portuguese dish. Some of us didn’t eat shellfish and she easily accommodated us. The food tasted delicious too!
Amazing cooking and dining experience
JAMEY M,
May 6, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
I was surprised to find out that I was the only student in this amazing cooking class and that the class was not cancelled. Alexandra was an amazing chef and instructor who shared her knowledge of cooking and the history of Cataplana, both the dish and cooking pot. We made a main course seafood Cataplana which was very fresh and yummy. The restaurant itself is beautiful as is the upstairs cooking school. There were wonderful starters, a dessert and wine to compliment our main course. Would definitely recommend this class and venue.