Pastel de Nata Cooking Class

The Pastel de Nata Cooking Class offers a truly authentic culinary experience in the heart of Lisbon, where passionate food enthusiasts can master the art of creating Portugal's most iconic pastry. Hosted at Nat'elier, an award-winning pastel de nata concept store in downtown Lisbon, this exclusive masterclass is led by Chef João Batalha - winner of the silver medal for Best Pastel de Nata in Portugal - or his team of expert pastry chefs including Silvia Sousa and Valeria Barros da Costa. Since 2018, thousands of students from around the world have learned the secrets of this beloved Portuguese treat in these professional kitchens. The 2-hour hands-on experience begins with an engaging introduction to the fascinating history of pastel de nata, which dates back to 1837 when monks at the Jerónimos Monastery in Belém first created these delectable tarts. Originally called Pastel de Belém, the recipe spread throughout Portugal and became known as Pastel de Nata. Participants don aprons and hairnets before stepping into the professional kitchen to discover the tools and techniques used daily by Portuguese pastry chefs. Unlike other cooking classes that use store-bought dough, this masterclass reveals the authentic method of making puff pastry from scratch, teaching the special lamination technique that creates the signature crispy, flaky layers. Students work together as a team while each participant gets hands-on experience shaping their own pastries, preparing the velvety custard filling, and perfecting the baking technique. The instructors share professional tips and tricks accumulated over years of experience, ensuring each student can successfully recreate the recipe at home. The magic moment arrives when the freshly baked tarts emerge from the oven, golden and fragrant. Participants gather to enjoy their warm creations accompanied by a comforting cup of coffee, experiencing the authentic taste of Portugal they've created with their own hands. Each student receives a Certificate of Achievement and takes home the recipe card to recreate these Portuguese treasures for family and friends. The experience celebrates both tradition and innovation in an environment that blends culinary skill-building with unforgettable cultural moments. The masterclass welcomes individuals, couples, families with children aged 8+, and groups including corporate team-building events. Previous corporate clients include Amazon, LinkedIn, Google, and OLX, testament to the quality and engagement of the experience.