Plates and petals

March 17, 2026 - Lacking the time to cook or confidence to pick up your paints? Sometimes it just takes flour on your palms and a swirl of wine in your glass in Portugal, or a brush with nature in Samui. Hands-on art. All heart.

Travel can be an escape and an education. Join us in Portugal for petiscos, and in Samui to turn petal pigments into art, learning fresh techniques in great company.

Kitchen starter to Portuguese pro

Whether you’re a seasoned maestro or rarely lift a spatula, cooking classes at Six Senses Douro Valley are a hands-on and relaxed way to get to know how food is prepared in Portugal, with no prior experience needed. Held in the intimate setting of the Wine Library Kitchen, sessions are limited to six guests, giving everyone the space to simmer or sizzle at their own pace.

Led by one of our chefs, you’ll learn simple, practical techniques you can easily recreate at home to prepare a seasonal, four-course Portuguese lunch. The menu includes petiscos or small-plate snacks, a traditional soup, a main dish, and a dessert, all with a true taste of the region.

Tasting is encouraged. Conversation flows naturally. The atmosphere feels more like cooking with friends than following a formal lesson plan, and everyone gathers around the table at the end to enjoy the meal you have prepared together.

Settle in for Four Nights Plus and save 15 percent on a selection of suites, giving you more time to explore the region’s vibrant landscape, savor acclaimed wines, and find inner calm in the spa.

Creative detours in Samui

What if art could begin not with a brush, but with a walk, to pause and wonder at the beauty of your surroundings? The Natural Art activity at Six Senses Samui reconnects you with creativity in its purest form. Join the team at Farm on the Hill to gather leaves for printing or flowers to create natural pigments. Explore the unique qualities, traditional uses, and ecological significance of these local botanicals we often take for granted.

Back in the studio, transform your seasonal treasure into beautiful, one-of-a-kind artworks, each piece carrying a story from the farm. By weaving sustainability into the creative process, Natural Art becomes an immersive experience that celebrates both imagination and environmental awareness. A gentle reminder that sometimes the most inspiring materials are already growing around us. This complimentary scheduled activity can be arranged through your GEM.

Let inspiration unfold when you stay a little longer and enjoy five nights for the price of four, including daily breakfast, welcome amenities, and access to our wellness facilities, swimming pool, and non-motorized water sports.