Funchal: Guided Walking Food Tour with Tastings

Madeira



Taste Madeira on a local food tour through Funchal. Enjoy iconic food and drinks while discovering the island’s history, culture, traditions, and fascinating past.

Highlights

  • Savor the flavors of Madeira on a guided food tour in Funchal
  • Taste a Madeiran-style steak sandwich and traditional garlic bread
  • Try Ginja, a traditional Portuguese sour cherry liqueur
  • Enjoy a chocolate tasting featuring handmade chocolates
  • Sip on Poncha and Nikita, two iconic Madeiran drinks

Description

Discover the authentic flavors of Madeira on a relaxed walking food tour through the streets of Funchal. Join a local guide and visit carefully selected spots to taste some of the island’s most beloved treats, drinks, and traditional flavors. Start with Portugal’s iconic custard tart, freshly enjoyed alongside your guide’s local recommendations. Then, taste a Madeiran-style steak sandwich served with traditional garlic bread, a simple but delicious combination loved by locals. Enjoy a chocolate tasting featuring handmade chocolates filled with seasonal fruits, combining Madeira’s tropical flavors with rich chocolate. Try Ginja, a traditional Portuguese sour cherry liqueur, and discover one of Portugal’s most popular local spirits. Finish the tour with two iconic Madeiran drinks: traditional Poncha and Nikita, a sweet local drink with a unique history and flavor. This is more than just a food tasting. It’s a chance to discover Madeira through its flavors, local traditions, and the stories behind the food and drinks you’ll taste along the way.

Includes

Local food tastings Local drinks tastings Live tour guide

Excludes

Transportation to the meeting point Personal expenses

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking Not suitable for People with food allergies

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