Madeira Sweet Rituals: curd cheese, queijadas and herbal tea tasting

Madeira Sweet Rituals: curd cheese, queijadas and herbal tea tasting

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Madeira, Portugal

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Visit traditional cheese factory in Santo da Serra

Taste Madeira’s authentic PGI Requeijão and other specialty cheeses

Learn about artisanal production methods passed through generations

Relax at a charming tea house with scenic valley and sea views

Indulge in an authentic taste of Madeira with this unique cheese-tasting experience designed for true gourmets. Just a 40-minute drive from Funchal, in the charming village of Santo da Serra, you’ll visit a family-run dairy that has been crafting traditional cheeses since 1995. This small artisanal factory began by producing Requeijão da Madeira, a soft curd cheese with PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) status, known for its rich flavor and creamy texture. Using around 90% local cow’s milk, the family has carried forward recipes passed down through generations, dating back to the 1950s. Once made in iron pans and wrapped in cabbage leaves before being sold in Funchal’s grocery stores, the cheese has evolved into a signature product of Madeira.

After the cheese tasting, continue to a nearby family bakery specializing in traditional queijadas—small, sweet tarts made with 70% cottage cheese, flour, and sugar. Watch the process of making these treats and enjoy tasting them warm from the oven. The experience concludes with a relaxing visit to a small tea house overlooking the valley and the sea, where you’ll enjoy freshly brewed herbal tea from the garden, accompanied by homemade tarts, jams, sweet potato bread, and tropical fruits.

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Discover the wonders of Madeira, Portugal with this unforgettable experience. Indulge in an authentic taste of Madeira with this unique cheese-tasting experience designed for true gourmets. Just a 40-minute drive from Funchal, in the charming village of Santo da Serra, you’ll visit a family-run dairy that has been crafting traditional cheeses since 1995. This small artisanal factory began by producing Requeijão da Madeira, a soft curd cheese with PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) status, known for its rich flavor and creamy texture. Using around 90% local cow’s milk, the family has carried forward recipes passed down through generations, dating back to the 1950s. Once made in iron pans and wrapped in cabbage leaves before being sold in Funchal’s grocery stores, the cheese has evolved into a signature product of Madeira. Highlights of your tour include: Visit traditional cheese factory in Santo da SerraTaste Madeira’s authentic PGI Requeijão and other specialty cheesesLearn about artisanal production methods passed through generationsRelax at a charming tea house with scenic valley and sea views. This tour includes: Visit and tasting at traditional bakery. Indulge in an authentic taste of Madeira with this unique cheese-tasting experience designed for true gourmets. Just a 40-minute drive from Funchal, in the charming village of Santo da Serra, you’ll visit a family-run dairy that has been crafting traditional cheeses since 1995. This small artisanal factory began by producing Requeijão da Madeira, a soft curd cheese with PGI (Protected Geographical. Duration: 4 hours . Book your Madeira Cheese Tasting & Tea Tour today and create me...