Madeira: Bolo do Caco Baking Class with a Local Family
ID: GYG921036-1439943
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Step into our home and learn how to make Bolo do Caco, Madeira Island’s most traditional bread.
Visit our home and dive into the art of making Bolo do Caco, Madeira Island’s most traditional bread. In this family-style experience, my mother—who has over 40 years of bread-making expertise—will be your guide.
You’ll start by learning about the history and cultural significance of this iconic bread, then roll up your sleeves to knead the dough and shape it by hand. As the bread cooks on a hot stone, the warm atmosphere of our kitchen will make you feel right at home, filled with laughter, stories, and the smell of freshly baked bread.
Once the bread is ready, we’ll gather around the table to enjoy it, paired with delicious Madeiran specialties like garlic butter, portuguese cheese, and chouriço. All of this is set against the serene backdrop of the mountains, offering a truly authentic and unforgettable experience of Madeira’s culinary traditions.
Highlights
- Traditional family home with a wood-fired oven
- Enjoy Bolo do Caco and local treats, just like the locals do
- Guided by a seasoned baker with 40+ years of experience
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Go to House Number 22. It's the last house on the street.
INCLUDED
- All ingredients and utensils needed to bake Bolo do Caco
- Food and drinks to enjoy with the freshly baked Bolo do Caco
- Fresh fruit picked from the trees in our garden
- Feel like a friend in our home—if we have it, you can taste it
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
