Homemade Island Food & Wine with Islanders in Azores
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No special physical fitness required; suitable for all ages.
Overview
Step into a welcoming home on Terceira Island for a 3-hour culinary immersion with Islanders, tasting traditional Azorean food paired with local Portuguese wines while uncovering stories of the island’s culture and history.
The table is set - Homemade Island food and Portuguese wine
For all ages! • 3 hours • Welcome to our home!
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About This Adventure
Experience an intimate 3-hour culinary journey in the Azores, where you'll savor traditional meals paired with local wines in a welcoming home setting. Engage with locals as they share insights into Azorean culture and gastronomy, all while enjoying delightful desserts and homemade liquors. Perfect for small groups seeking authentic connections.
Duration: 3 hours
Visitors are welcomed into our home. When weather conditions allow, the meal can be served in the garden. Drinks and entrees are served during dinner preparation. It is not just about the food, but mainly for the interaction with the locals. Usually, a typical Azorean meal is served accompanied by Portuguese wine. For dessert you cannot miss one of the many typical sweet’s, coffee, dessert wine and homemade liquors. During the event the hosts will give an explanation about Azorean culture, history, traditions, gastronomy, sometimes including the exchange of recipes. As this is a small family business, we are unable to offer vegetarian or vegan options. We can deal with some food intolerances. Please notify in advance. By choice, we always work with small groups of up to eight people. In the case of organized groups and large families, we can serve more than eight people. We can organize private events. Starters, meals, wines and desserts may vary. It can be typical food and sometimes, when the weather permits, it can be a meat or fish barbecue.
More Info
- All ages
- Maximum 8 participants, minimum 2 participants (with ticket). Also for private tours, solo travelers. For larger groups, contact us in advance.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Warning:
- Legal age for drinking alcoholic beverages in Portugal is 18 years of age.
- People under the legal age can participate, but they cannot consume alcoholic beverages. ID card or passport is mandatory for age checking.
Includes
- Drinks and Food
Excludes
- Pick-up/Drop-off (Extra cost)
Adventure Tips
Book in advance
This intimate experience hosts small groups up to 8 guests, so reserving your spot early ensures availability.
Notify food intolerances ahead
Though vegetarian and vegan options are unavailable, some food intolerance accommodations can be arranged if informed in advance.
Bring ID for age verification
Alcohol legally served only to guests 18 and older, so bring a passport or ID for verification purposes.
Consider weather for outdoor dining
Meals may be served in the garden when conditions are favorable; dress in layers to stay comfortable both indoors and out.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Azorean bullfinch (rarer bird endemic to the islands)
- Bottlenose dolphins swimming off the coast
History
Terceira Island blends Portuguese colonial history with unique Azorean traditions, shaped by its volcanic origins and strategic Atlantic location.
Conservation
Local initiatives emphasize sustainable agriculture and protecting native flora and fauna, integral to preserving Azores’ natural and cultural heritage.
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Recommended Gear
Light jacket or sweater
To stay comfortable during meal service outside when temperatures dip.
spring specific
Comfortable clothes
Wear casual attire suitable for a relaxed home dining environment.
Identification (passport or ID)
Required for age verification to legally serve alcoholic beverages.
Umbrella or raincoat
Useful to prepare for possible rain showers during the spring season.
spring specific