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Ottolenghi Inspired Vegetarian Meze Workshop
São Bartolomeu de Messines, Portugal
Feb 16, 2026
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Figs on the Funcho
€60

About your trip

Fresh meze, comforting plates, and sunny flavours you can recreate anywhere.

Event Highlights

Discover the fresh, vibrant flavours of the Eastern Mediterranean in this relaxed, hands-on workshop designed for travellers.

We’ll explore a selection of timeless dishes — creamy hummus, smoky baba ganoush, golden falafel and crisp, refreshing salads — alongside a warming seasonal soup and a fragrant citrus cake to finish. You’ll learn simple techniques and flavour combinations that work beautifully in holiday kitchens and everyday homes alike.

This workshop is perfect if you love sharing plates, bold but balanced flavours, and food that brings people together around the table.

Cancellation Policy

Flexible options for your convenience: 


If you're unable to attend, exchange your ticket for another event within 1 Year or offer It to participants on the waiting list.

Why our workshop?

We believe in offering a fun experience, where every participant not only learns but savours and appreciates the rich tapestry of the Mediterranean diet inspired by Middle Eastern chefs such as Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi. Whether you're a culinary enthusiast or just looking to try something new, this workshop promises a blend of fun, flavour, and festivity.

How to get there

For those arriving by train, disembark at Messines-Alte train station and choose a quick 5-minute taxi ride to reach the villa.


If you're flying into Faro airport, you have two options: either take the train to Messines-Alte and select a 5-minute taxi ride to the villa or opt for a 45-minute airport taxi transfer directly to the villa.


Follow the Google map directions for those travelling by car.

What's included

Arrive 10h45

Tea, coffee and snack

Welcome Message

Introduction to the Meditteranean Lifestyle

Tuition

Tuition on how to make a medley of delicious meals (including our secret tips)

Refreshments

Enjoy tea, coffee and snacks throughout the workshop.

Brunch

Enjoy the freshly prepared brunch in the company of your fellow participants.

Wine with your meal

Enjoy a hand-selected variety of wines with your meal.

Recipes

Recipes with detailed instructions on how to recreate these dishes.

End of Day 14h15

Location

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1. São Bartolomeu de Messines, Portugal

São Bartolomeu de Messines, Portugal

About your organizer

🏆LuxLife Hospitality Award: Algarve's Most Idyllic Riverside Retreat 2023 Cheryl & Graham, co-founders of Figs on the Funcho, share their love for the Algarve through culinary, walking & painting packages. With 20 years of experience, they explore the best beaches, restaurants, and villages for a memorable experience. Passionate about cooking, they draw inspiration from culinary experts like Ottolenghi, Ixta Belfrage, Sami Tamimi, and Jamie Oliver. Their retreats offer healthy and delicious vegetarian meals, delighting all taste buds.

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