thefarmingchefs

5 day Farm to Table Culinary Retreat
2026-04-11 11:00 - 2026-04-15 15:00 UTC | The Farming Chefs Farm, Rua areal, Aldeia de João Pires, Castelo Branco, 6090-165, Portugal
What to expect?
Hands on Cooking Workshops
Learn to cook from scratch using freshly harvested ingredients straight from our regenerative farm. Over the course of three in-depth workshops, you’ll master simple but delicious recipes using whole, nutrient-dense foods — no chemicals, no shortcuts.
Learn about Regenerative Principles and Nutrient Density
Discover how your food is grown. You’ll get your hands in the soil, harvest your own ingredients, and learn to recognize regenerative agricultural practices that heal the land and nourish the body.
Relax and unwind in the middle of nature
Relax in a beautifully restored old mill house turned boutique holiday villa — complete with private pool, tennis court, and elegant, modern rooms with a warm Portuguese touch. The perfect balance between rustic and refined.
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2-Day Intensive Regenerative Gardening Course
2026-04-21 09:30 - 2026-04-22 17:30 | The Farming Chefs Farm, Rua areal, Aldeia de João Pires, Castelo Branco, 6090-165, Portugal
Who is this course for?

This course is perfect for those who want to learn how to grow their own organic, regeneratively grown food. We offer a hands-on, immersive experience at our regenerative farm in Central Portugal. Throughout the course, you’ll explore the essentials of soil health, composting, seeding, planting and natural pest control, with practical, real-world examples from our farm. Whether you’re a complete novice or just getting started, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to cultivate your own thriving garden.

What is included?

Price: €325 per participant, which includes 2 full course days, writing materials, all handouts, lifetime access to our e-course “setting yourself up for successful vegetable growing” and organic meals with drinks.

THE FULL COURSE PROGRAM

Day 1: Understanding Regenerative Agriculture
Morning Session (9:30 AM – 12:00 PM):

Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture: Principles and benefits
Soil Health Workshop: Understanding soil types, testing soil, and improving soil fertility
Composting 101: Creating and managing compost for nutrient-rich soil

Lunch Break (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM):

Organic, farm-to-table lunch sourced from the farm.

Afternoon Session (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM):

Crop Planning: Planning for year-round harvest and maintaining soil health
Hands-on Activity: Create your own goals and limitations worksheet for your (future) garden

Wrap-Up (4:00 PM – 4:30 PM):

Q&A session and review of Day 1 learnings.

Day 2: Practical Skills and Advanced Techniques
Morning Session (9:30 AM – 12:00 PM):

Pest and Disease Management: Natural methods to protect your plants (1 hour)
Water Conservation Techniques: Effective irrigation and rainwater harvesting (1 hour)
Hands-on Activity: Building a No-dig garden bed from scratch. (1 hour)

Lunch Break (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM):

Organic, farm-to-table meal.

Afternoon Session (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM):

Advanced Plant Care: Seed choice and seedling care (1.5 hour)
Harvesting Techniques: When and how to harvest for maximum yield (1.5 hour)
Hands-on Activity: Composting and Time saving techniques and tools in the garden (1 hour)

Wrap-Up and Certification (5:00 PM – 5:30 PM):

Q&A, feedback session, and distribution of certificates of completion.

PRICE: 325 EURO
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Farm Visit & Lunch
2026-05-16 11:00 - 15:00 | The Farming Chefs Farm, Rua areal, Aldeia de João Pires, Castelo Branco, 6090-165, Portugal
Come join us for a guided tour of the farm and a delicious Farm to Table Lunch!
What to Expect

Guided Farm Tour
Step into our lush, 5.5 hectatare regenerative farm and discover how we grow nutrient-dense vegetables, fruits, and herbs using sustainable, eco-friendly methods. From learning about cover crops to exploring our vibrant garden beds, you’ll see how every detail of our farm works in harmony with nature.
Bonus: Meet our friendly sheep (they might say hi!) and see where the magic happens.
Farm-to-Table Lunch
After working up an appetite, enjoy a farm-fresh meal prepared by The Farming Chefs with products straight from the land. Think vibrant salads, savory tarts, hearty soups, and fruity dessert.
Dietary requests? Let us know when you booking form below, and we’ll ensure there’s something delicious for everyone.
Children get a discount
Children under 4 are for free, and up until 12: 18 euro
Price
65 euro per person.

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Cooking Retreat in France
2026-09-18 11:00 - 2026-09-25 15:00 | Le Manoir Caché, 14 Rue Général de Gaulle, 22230 Merdrignac, France, Select a State:, 22230, France
AN UNFORGETTABLE CULINARY EXPERIENCE IN THE FRENCH COUNTRYSIDE

Imagine spending a full week immersed in the tastes, scents, and quiet magic of rural France — cooking with the freshest local ingredients, learning timeless culinary techniques, and sharing long, laughter-filled meals in a historic French manor surrounded by rolling hills, orchards, and endless tranquillity.
This retreat is more than a holiday. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime journey into slow living, regenerative cooking, and the deep joy of preparing food together.
You’ll begin your days with a fresh baguettes and homemade jams or a something savoury at the manor, wander through bustling village markets selecting produce with your own hands, and join us in the kitchen for hands-on workshops where we craft beautiful meals from scratch — from vibrant seasonal dishes to rustic sourdough breads.
Throughout the week, you’ll meet local artisans, visit a cider farm that still presses apples the traditional way, and enjoy unforgettable dinners prepared by private chefs or discovered in charming village restaurants. Between workshops, you’ll have time to rest deeply: swim, nap, read, stroll the gardens, or indulge in a massage.
Reconnect you with food, nature, and yourself.
This week is curated for those who want to enjoy and celebrate life with an immersive food experience that will leave you a better cook, fulfilled an with stories for years to come.
Join us for a week you will never forget.

5 day Farm to Table Culinary Retreat - October
2026-10-07 14:00 - 2026-10-12 12:00 | The Farming Chefs Farm, Rua areal, Aldeia de João Pires, Castelo Branco, 6090-165, Portugal
