Experiences with the Chef
Culinary Classes
Discover the taste of tradition in a unique cooking class with Chef Luís Almeida, head of the kitchen at Memórias restaurant at Valverde Santar Hotel & Spa — recently recommended by the Michelin Guide.
More than a class, this is an intimate and sensory experience, where each dish tells a story. Guided by the Chef’s talent, learn to prepare authentic regional recipes using fresh ingredients hand-picked from the garden — a fusion of ancestral knowledge and contemporary creativity.
A true moment of sharing and discovery, celebrating the authenticity of Santar, where flavor, memory, and emotion come together at the table. Includes tasting of the dishes prepared.
2h00 | 150€ per person*
*Experience subject to availability, for a minimum of 2 people
More than a class, this is an intimate and sensory experience, where each dish tells a story. Guided by the Chef’s talent, learn to prepare authentic regional recipes using fresh ingredients hand-picked from the garden — a fusion of ancestral knowledge and contemporary creativity.
A true moment of sharing and discovery, celebrating the authenticity of Santar, where flavor, memory, and emotion come together at the table. Includes tasting of the dishes prepared.
2h00 | 150€ per person*
*Experience subject to availability, for a minimum of 2 people
Traditional Sourdough Bread Workshop
Embark on a unique bread-making journey with Chef Luís Almeida, recently awarded in the “Best Bread in Portugal” competition in the “Wheat” category, and master the secrets of sourdough and the art of crafting traditional bread.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll uncover the world of natural ingredients and learn the techniques that turn artisan bread into a true work of art. Discover how to care for your own sourdough starter, understand the nuances of perfect fermentation, and of course, take home the freshly baked bread you crafted yourself.
2h00 | 150€ per person*
*Experience subject to availability, for a minimum of 2 people
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll uncover the world of natural ingredients and learn the techniques that turn artisan bread into a true work of art. Discover how to care for your own sourdough starter, understand the nuances of perfect fermentation, and of course, take home the freshly baked bread you crafted yourself.
2h00 | 150€ per person*
*Experience subject to availability, for a minimum of 2 people
Visit to Santar Vila Jardim and Lunch with the Chef
Discover the interior spaces of the Casa dos Condes de Santar & Magalhães exploring its remarkable heritage, and let yourself be guided by the memories of the Santar community in a moving photographic exhibition dedicated to them.
The visit continues to the boutique wine cellar of Memórias de Santar, where you can learn about the estate’s unique wine project.
Complete the experience with a lunch in this historic manor house, prepared by Chef Luís Almeida — a flavorful contemporary interpretation of the region’s classic flavors, perfectly paired with the estate’s wines.
3h00 | 300€ per person*
*Experience subject to availability, for a minimum of 2 people
See the Menu in the Experiences Catalogue or contact us for more information.
The visit continues to the boutique wine cellar of Memórias de Santar, where you can learn about the estate’s unique wine project.
Complete the experience with a lunch in this historic manor house, prepared by Chef Luís Almeida — a flavorful contemporary interpretation of the region’s classic flavors, perfectly paired with the estate’s wines.
3h00 | 300€ per person*
*Experience subject to availability, for a minimum of 2 people
See the Menu in the Experiences Catalogue or contact us for more information.
Farm to Table
Join Chef Luís Almeida on a guided tour of the garden and discover its secrets, flavors, and rituals — a true immersion into the roots of Santar’s cuisine.
The experience reaches its peak with a lunch or dinner at Memórias restaurant, where the freshly picked produce comes to life in dishes that celebrate the traditions of the land and its people. An authentic journey from farm to table, marked by simplicity, freshness, and respect for nature’s cycles.
Price upon request.
The experience reaches its peak with a lunch or dinner at Memórias restaurant, where the freshly picked produce comes to life in dishes that celebrate the traditions of the land and its people. An authentic journey from farm to table, marked by simplicity, freshness, and respect for nature’s cycles.
Price upon request.