Dão Wine Estate Cooking Workshop in Nelas

Discover the rebirth of the Dão wine region with this immersive Wine Estate Cooking Workshop in Nelas!

Discover the rebirth of the Dão wine region with this immersive Wine Estate Cooking Workshop in Nelas, near Viseu — a unique experience that blends vineyards, wine, gastronomy, and tradition in a modern and inspiring setting.

Set in the heart of the Dão, this contemporary wine estate is surrounded by 42 hectares of vineyards and represents the new generation of Portuguese wineries, where tradition meets innovation. During the experience, you’ll explore the full winemaking journey, gaining insight into the region often referred to as “The New Dão”, known for its fresh energy and renewed identity.

Your experience begins with a guided visit to the vineyards, winery and aging room, where you’ll learn about grape varieties, vinification methods, and how terroir shapes Dão wines — truly understanding the concept “from vineyard to wine.”

Then it’s time to get hands-on. Led by a local chef, this 2.5-hour cooking workshop introduces you to authentic regional gastronomy through a relaxed, interactive and creative approach. Together, you’ll prepare seven seasonal recipes, using fresh, local ingredients that reflect the flavors and traditions of the region.

Throughout the workshop, you’ll enjoy a guided tasting of three Dão wines, carefully paired with the dishes being prepared, enhancing the connection between food, wine and territory.

Designed for both beginners and experienced cooks, this experience offers the perfect balance between learning, tasting and enjoyment — all in a welcoming wine-estate atmosphere.

What is included

• Guided visit to the vineyards, winery and aging room
• Hands-on cooking workshop with a local chef
• Preparation of 7 regional dishes, including:
  • 3 cold starters
  • 3 hot dishes
  • 1 dessert
• Tasting of 3 Dão wines, paired during the workshop
• Use of fresh, seasonal and local products

What’s Not Included

• Transportation to the meeting point
• Gratuities for the chef

Itinerary

1. Welcome – Arrival at the wine estate in Nelas
2. Vineyard & Winery Tour – Explore the vineyards, winery and aging room
3. Cooking Workshop – Prepare 3 cold starters with the local chef
4. Hot Dishes – Continue with 3 hot regional dishes
5. Dessert & Wine Pairing – Finish with dessert and a tasting of 3 Dão wines

Highlights

Seven dishes, a full culinary journey. Preparing 3 cold starters, 3 hot dishes and a dessert covers real breadth of Dão regional gastronomy in a single workshop.

Wine paired with every course. Tasting three wines alongside the dishes as they’re prepared connects food and terroir directly, not as an afterthought.

A genuinely creative, relaxed approach. Past guests describe a Michelin star-worthy meal from a local chef, blending real skill with an accessible, interactive format.

Ideal for all skill levels. Designed for both beginners and experienced cooks, this balances learning, tasting and enjoyment in a welcoming setting.

Meeting point

• After booking we will send all the details of the farm, location (meeting point) and contact.