Lisbon: Pastel de Nata Workshop & Porto Wine Tasting

Lisbon hands-on pastel de nata class baking tasting porto

You’ll step into a real Lisbon pastry shop to make pastel de nata from scratch—yes, including the dough—alongside a local guide who shares stories behind every step. Taste your warm tart fresh from the oven with a glass of porto wine or ginja liqueur. You’ll leave not just full but carrying home the recipe (and probably some flour on your shirt).

What’s included

Your afternoon includes all ingredients for making pastel de nata by hand at Casa dos Ovos Moles in Lisbon, step-by-step guidance from a local expert, drinks like porto wine or ginja liqueur for tasting alongside your fresh pastries, plus a written recipe to take home so you can try again later—even if there’s still flour on your fingers when you leave.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Pastel de Nata Workshop and Tasting

• Arrive at Casa dos Ovos Moles
• Learn to make puff pastry from scratch
• Prepare pastel de nata custard filling
• Bake the pastel de nata
• Hear the history of the recipe
• Taste pastel de nata with porto wine or ginja liquer

The Experience

We ducked under the blue awning of Casa dos Ovos Moles just as the tram rattled past, and inside it smelled like warm sugar and something buttery—honestly, I was already hungry. Our guide, Ana, waved us in with flour on her cheek (she laughed when I pointed it out), and before I knew it my hands were sticky with dough. I’d always thought you needed some secret trick for pastel de nata, but Ana just shrugged and said, “It’s patience—and good eggs.” The kitchen was small, kind of cozy, with sunlight hitting the copper pans in a way that made everything glow.

We learned that the recipe started in a monastery—Ana told us stories about monks using up egg yolks after starching their robes with whites. There was this moment when we rolled out the pastry together and someone tore theirs; nobody cared, everyone just laughed. The custard filling smelled sweet but also a little earthy from the cinnamon. When we finally slid our tarts into the oven, I didn’t expect to feel so proud over something so simple. Maybe it was the group energy or maybe just being far from home and doing something with my hands for once.

The best part? Eating them still warm, dusted with cinnamon (Ana insisted on extra), paired with a tiny glass of porto wine—though I tried ginja too because why not? The crust shattered just right when I bit in. Outside you could hear the city traffic again but inside it was all quiet chewing and grins. We left with written recipes tucked into our bags and flour still under our nails. I still think about that first bite sometimes when I see those tarts in bakery windows—you know?

Top questions

Where does the pastel de nata workshop take place?

The workshop is held at Casa dos Ovos Moles em Lisboa in Lisbon.

Do we make pastel de nata from scratch during this class?

Yes, you’ll learn to make pastel de nata completely by hand—including the puff pastry dough.

Is there a tasting included at the end?

Yes, you’ll taste your own freshly baked pastel de nata with either porto wine or ginja liqueur.

Are drinks included in this Lisbon cooking class?

Yes, drinks such as porto wine or ginja liqueur are included during tasting.

Will I get a written recipe to take home?

Yes, you’ll receive a written recipe so you can try making pastel de nata at home.

Is this workshop suitable for children or families?

Infants and small children can attend; strollers are welcome.

How long does the pastel de nata workshop last?

The exact duration isn’t specified but covers making and tasting the pastries together.

Can I reach Casa dos Ovos Moles by public transport?

Yes, there are public transportation options available nearby.