Discover Portugal’s rich culinary history with a hands-on olive oil and vinegar tasting in Lisbon's vibrant Alvalade neighborhood. Unique, flavorful, and educational—an experience no food lover should miss!
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Portugal has been producing olive oil since ancient times, with the region of Alentejo known for some of the most historic and high-quality varieties.
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Lisbon Affair
Discover Portugal’s rich culinary history with a hands-on olive oil and vinegar tasting in Lisbon's vibrant Alvalade neighborhood. Unique, flavorful, and educational—an experience no food lover should miss!
Lisbon Affair is a Lisbon-based experience provider offering curated culinary, craft, and lifestyle tours across Lisboa. The company operates hands-on workshops and guided tastings, including Pastel de Nata pastry classes, Port wine tastings, Portuguese wine and olive oil samplings, and artisanal honey sessions. Lisbon Affair runs multi-stop food tours such as the Lisbon Gourmet Tour and the Authentic Lisbon Food Tour, visiting local markets and neighborhood favorites for multiple tastings.
Several experiences are led by local experts, including sommeliers for wine tastings and skilled chefs for pastry classes, while artisans guide knitting, crochet, macramé, ceramics, and tile painting workshops. Private and group options are available for select experiences, including bespoke private picnics and private-group versions of popular tours. Tours take place in notable Lisbon areas such as Avenida da Liberdade and the Alvalade neighborhood, with luxury shopping itineraries focused on Avenida da Liberdade. The business emphasizes authentic Portuguese flavors and hands-on learning, pairing tastings with local breads, cheeses, and chocolates when specified. Experiences range from short tastings to multi-hour culinary walks, and many include direct instruction, guided tasting notes, and an intimate setting. Lisbon Affair serves visitors seeking cultural immersion through food, wine, crafts, and curated outdoor moments. Reservations are encouraged for workshops and limited-capacity tastings to secure specific dates and times. Information provided here reflects published trip summaries and descriptions of Lisbon Affair's offerings in Lisboa. Booking details, pricing, accessibility notes, and current schedules are available on Lisbon Affair's official listing and partner pages for accurate, up-to-date planning.
Location
Lisboa
Located in Lisboa, Portugal
Typical Length
2–3.5 hrs
Common durations across offerings
Group Options
Private & Group
Private and group experiences available
Tours Offered
17
Curated food and craft experiences
Reserve culinary tours, workshops, or a bespoke picnic in Lisboa — book now to secure preferred dates and private options.
Bring an empty stomach
Enjoy a full-bodied tasting experience by having a light meal beforehand.
Take notes during the tasting
Capture your favorites and learnings to replicate the flavors at home.
Ask about regional varieties
Engage with guides to understand the differences between Portuguese oils.
Stay hydrated
Drink water between tastings to cleanse your palate.
Comfortable walking shoes
Suitable for navigating Lisbon’s cobblestone streets to and from the tasting location.
Notebook and pen
Perfect for jotting down tasting notes and favorite oils for future reference.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated and cleanse your palate during the tasting.
Light jacket or layer
Bring an extra layer for outdoor parts of the experience or chilly weather.
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