Authentic Portuguese Bread Making Workshop in Mendiga: A Hands-On Cultural Journey
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required, suitable for most ages and mobility levels due to accessible facilities.
Overview
Join a hands-on traditional Portuguese bread making workshop in Mendiga. Learn to bake mountain wheat and corn bread in a wood-fired oven, then enjoy tasting your creations with classic local condiments.
Bread Making Experience
Starting at €58 | 4 Hours | Parties of 2 to 20 | Mendiga (Leiria)
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About This Adventure
Immerse yourself in the heart of Portuguese culture with a unique bread-making workshop in Mendiga. Learn to craft traditional mountain wheat and corn bread, just like grandma used to make, using a wood-burning oven. Enjoy a delightful tasting of warm bread with olive oil, butter, and pumpkin jam, paired with tea or coffee.
Rates
Adult: €53 Ages 13 & Older
Child: €29 Ages 03 to 12
Young Child: Free Ages 02 & Younger
Minimum party of 2 required to book
Duration
3 Hours
Location
Mendiga (Leiria)
About
Portuguese bread, or "pão" in Portuguese, is a central element in Portuguese cuisine. There are several types of traditional Portuguese bread, each with its own unique characteristics.
Our producer learned from her grandmother, she remembers the typical homemade bread baked in a wood-burning oven. The grandchildren were eagerly waiting to eat the little snacks with olive oil and sugar.
In this experience, we will share with you all the knowledge of how to make homemade, typical mountain wheat and corn bread.
At the end we will have our snack with warm bread with olive oil and sugar, butter, pumpkin jam, accompanied by tea, coffee and milk.
Includes
- Arrival at the farm and welcome by the producer
- Bread making workshop:
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- bread kneading experience (wheat bread and cornbread )
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- heating the wood burning oven
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- experiment to bake bread
- Tasting warm bread with olive oil and sugar, butter, pumpkin jam, accompanied by tea, coffee and milk.
NOTE
After booking we will send all the details of the reservation, as well as the location of the farm and the contact of the farmer.
If you wish to propose another day or time for the experience, send us a message and we will do our best to reschedule, or we can include one more experience for all day.
Adventure Tips
Arrive On Time
Arrive promptly to get the full 4-hour workshop experience without missing any steps.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for a farm environment and light kitchen work.
Inform About Dietary Restrictions
Notify the hosts in advance if you have any allergies to ensure a safe tasting experience.
Bring a Camera
Capture the authentic moments of bread kneading and oven baking to remember your unique experience.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- European roe deer
- Common European songbirds
History
Traditional Portuguese bread baking uses techniques rooted in rural mountain communities dating back centuries.
Conservation
The farm emphasizes sustainable practices, using local ingredients and wood-fired ovens minimizing environmental impact.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable Footwear
Ideal for standing and moving around the farm and kitchen area comfortably.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the workshop, especially in warmer months.
summer specific
Light Jacket or Sweater
spring specific
Notebook and Pen
Helpful for taking notes on recipes and techniques shared during the workshop.