Portuguese Culinary Journey with Pastel de Nata Workshop to Taste Portuguese Pastry

Course Objectives

• Understand the history and cultural significance of Portuguese pastry.
• Master the key ingredients and techniques in Portuguese pastry making.
• Create a diverse range of Portuguese pastries.
• Perfect the art of making Pastel de Nata.
• Develop hands-on skills in pastry preparation and baking.
• Hone sensory evaluation for pastry tasting and critique.
• Learn about pastry presentation and plating techniques.
• Immerse in Portuguese pastry culture and traditions.

Schedule

Day 1

• Overview of Portuguese pastry traditions and history.
• Ingredients commonly used in Portuguese pastries.
• Demonstration of basic pastry dough preparation.
• Hands-on practice making traditional Portuguese pastry dough.

Day 2

• Introduction to Portuguese tart and pie varieties, such as Bola de Berlim and Travesseiros.
• Techniques for creating perfect tart shells.
• Practical session making various Portuguese tarts and pies.

Day 3

• Explore the world of filo and puff pastry in Portuguese pastries.
• Techniques for working with filo and puff pastry.

Day 4

• Learn about the importance of custards and creams in Portuguese pastry.
• Preparing custards and creams, including crème pâtissière.

Day 5

• In-depth study of the iconic Pastel de Nata.
• Step-by-step instructions for making flaky puff pastry and custard filling.
• Each participant will make their own Pastel de Nata from scratch.
• Presentation and tasting of the Pastel de Natas created during the workshop.
• Feedback and evaluation course.