Dinning with Locals

You have the chance to experience the Madeira Island lifestyle by visiting our private home where you will be hosted by the wonderful Ferraz family, one of the top wine producers in Madeira, that will have the pleasure of presenting their wines for dinner.

You will learn how to do the typical Madeiran “espetada” and learn about their wines. “Espetada” consists on beef on the skewer seasoned with local herbs such as bay laurel and garlic served with “bolo do caco” homemade bread, fried corn, potatos boiled in fresh herbs and salad.

You have the chance to experience the Madeira Island lifestyle by visiting our private home where you will be hosted by the wonderful Ferraz family, one of the top wine producers in Madeira, that will have the pleasure of presenting their wines for dinner. You will learn how to do the typical Madeiran “espetada” and learn about their wines. “Espetada” consists on beef on the skewer seasoned with local herbs such as bay laurel and garlic served with “bolo do caco” homemade bread, fried corn, potatos boiled in fresh herbs and salad.

The products used in our activities are preferably of organic origin from the season, whenever possible, and from their own farm, like potatos, salad or fresh fruit for dessert, including other local specialities . You learn the recipes step by step and participate if you wish as well.

Enjoy the magnificent landscape in a relaxing atmosphere in the garden of an Madeiran family, try several different wines produced by Ferraz family ,accompanied by appetizing tastings including starters, main course and desserts all paired with different wines produced in a volcanic terroir.

What's included:

• Transportation included from your accommodation located in Funchal or Caniço 
• Arrival at the private home and welcome by the host
• Cooking experience: how to do Madeiran Espetada
• Dinner: selection of cheeses, prosciutto, dryed fruit, Bolo do Caco with garlic butter, Madeiran Espetada with local products, selection of desserts, all drinks