Duration
At your own pace
Format
Self-guided food tasting
Location
Funchal
Activity Level
Relaxed
Availability
Available daily, subject to availability and reservation
Highlights
- Taste three dishes inspired by traditional Madeiran cuisine
- Try local favourites including tuna escabeche, scabbard fish and mini prego
- Choose a Madeiran beer, local wine or soft drink to accompany the tasting
- Enjoy an easy lunch or afternoon stop in central Funchal
- Learn a little about each dish through digital tasting information
- Enjoy the experience independently and at your own pace
Available options
The tasting includes three Madeiran dishes served with one drink of your choice.
You can choose between a local beer, Madeiran wine or a soft drink to accompany the food.
The experience is self-guided, with digital information introducing the dishes and some of the local flavours behind them.
Reservations are normally available around lunchtime and early afternoon, subject to availability.
How we'll help you choose
Tell us when you would like to go, who is travelling and whether you are thinking of this as lunch or a lighter afternoon stop.
We’ll check availability and make sure the tasting works with your plans for the day.
Let us know about any dietary requirements and we can also check what alternatives are available.
Pickup & meeting
The tasting takes place at a restaurant in central Funchal.
You make your own way to the venue, as transport is not included.
We’ll send you the exact address and reservation time once everything is confirmed.
Requirements & restrictions
- The tasting is not suitable for children under 16
- This is a self-guided experience rather than a hosted food tour
- The tasting is closer to a light lunch or generous snack than a full restaurant meal
- Let us know about any dietary requirements or preferences in advance
- If you would like to bring a pet, let us know so we can confirm the venue’s arrangements
What to bring
- Phone for the digital tasting information
- Booking confirmation
- Any dietary information we should know about
- Reading glasses if you normally need them
- Any personal items or medication you may need
Good to know
The tasting is designed as a light lunch or generous snack rather than a full meal.
Dessert, coffee, cocktails and any additional food or drinks are not included.
Booking ahead is recommended, as availability depends on the restaurant’s reservations.
Let us know about dietary requirements before booking so we can check what can be accommodated.
What we'll need from you
- Preferred date
- Preferred time, if any
- Number of guests
- Ages of any younger guests
- Preferred drink: local beer, Madeiran wine or soft drink
- Any dietary requirements or food preferences
