Food & Gastronomy Tours in Madeira

Madeira's culinary heritage reflects centuries of Atlantic trade and unique island ingredients. Food tours offer an authentic taste of local cuisine, from bustling markets to family-run restaurants serving recipes passed down through generations.

Walking food tours through Funchal's historic center typically include stops at the famous Mercado dos Lavradores (Farmers' Market) to sample exotic fruits you won't find anywhere else — custard apples, passion fruit, and dozens of banana varieties. You'll taste traditional dishes like espetada (beef skewers), bolo do caco (garlic bread), and lapas (limpets) at local tascas.

Cooking classes take the experience deeper, teaching you to prepare authentic Madeiran dishes in traditional kitchens. Farm-to-table experiences visit rural quintas where organic produce is grown, giving insight into the island's agricultural traditions.