Discover Madeira’s finest cheeses and teas in an intimate tasting tour. Savor local delicacies, enjoy stunning views, and indulge in tropical fruits.
Discover Madeira’s finest cheeses and teas in an intimate tasting tour. Savor local delicacies, enjoy stunning views, and indulge in tropical fruits.
- Santo Antonio da Serra - About a 40-minute drive from Funchal lies the quaint village of Santo da Serra. Here, a family-run business specializes in producing and selling dairy products made on Madeira Island, using approximately 90% cow’s milk sourced from local farmers. This company started on June 1, 1995, as a small artisanal cheese factory…
- Santo Antonio da Serra - About a 40-minute drive from Funchal lies the quaint village of Santo da Serra. Here, a family-run business specializes in producing and selling dairy products made on Madeira Island, using approximately 90% cow’s milk sourced from local farmers. This company started on June 1, 1995, as a small artisanal cheese factory that initially produced only Requeijão da Madeira, locally known as curd. This product is now certified as PGI (Protected Geographic Identification) due to its uniqueness in the country and its distinctiveness to RAM.
- Santo da Serra - We visit another small family-run business that makes delicious “queijadas,” tarts made with 70% cottage cheese, flour, and sugar. You’ll watch the preparation and taste this freshly made treat. Just 5 minutes away, there’s a small tea house with a stunning view over the valley and the sea, where we will enjoy a refreshing tea made with herbs from the garden, an idyllic and harmonious spot.
A refreshing pot of tea made with fresh herbs from the garden, accompanied by local homemade tarts and jams, fresh sweet potato bread, and a delightful selection of tropical fruit. This experience ensures visits to very traditional places that are completely off the beaten path. It will undoubtedly be a memorable day.
- Private transportation
- Brunch
- Qualified Tour Guide
- Tea and coffee
- Private transportation
- Brunch
- Qualified Tour Guide
- Tea and coffee
For gourmet enthusiasts, this exclusive tasting experience is a must, showcasing the finest cheeses of Madeira. In the quaint village of Santo da Serra, discover a family-run business specializing in the production and sale of dairy products from Madeira Island. These products, made with approximately 90% cow’s milk sourced from local farmers, are…
For gourmet enthusiasts, this exclusive tasting experience is a must, showcasing the finest cheeses of Madeira. In the quaint village of Santo da Serra, discover a family-run business specializing in the production and sale of dairy products from Madeira Island. These products, made with approximately 90% cow’s milk sourced from local farmers, are certified as PGI (Protected Geographic Identification) due to their unique status in the country.
Following this visit, the journey continues to another small family enterprise that crafts “queijadas,” delightful tarts made with 70% cottage cheese, flour, and sugar. Witness the preparation process and savor this freshly baked treat.
Subsequently, relax in a nearby tea house just 5 meters away, offering breathtaking views of the valley and sea. Enjoy a refreshing tea brewed with garden herbs in this serene and picturesque setting, complemented by local homemade tarts and jams, fresh sweet potato bread, and a delectable assortment of tropical fruits.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
