Unspoiled Spain for Foodies: Experience Rural Spanish Gastronomy with Local Guides
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11 Ratings
Madrid
Embark on a culinary adventure in unspoiled rural Spain with 'Unspoiled Spain for Foodies'. Discover authentic farm produce, indulge in local delicacies, and enjoy breathtaking views of a 10th century castle.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Rodilla - The best rated trip in Spain for good reason and so far every one of our guests (400+) has left 5 stars on our other platform. Newly listed on Viator.
Visit our totally unspoiled Spanish village and enjoy natural locally sourced produce in a spectacular environment.
The icing on the cake of your vacation in Spain. A special treat to yourself or a loved one for birthdays, anniversaries, graduation, in small groups. Informative, but without endless tour guide announcements.
We welcome you into our beautiful house built into the walls of a Moorish Castle constructed between 900 to 1000AD. I lead you to our private Castle escape tunnels under our property.
Honest farm to table foods:
- Bread /cakes from an old village bakery
- Tastings of Manchego Cheeses, local honey, virgen olive oils
- Organic meats which change season to season (veg/ vegan options on request)
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Wines, after lunch coffee, selection of Spanish liqueurs
Also: - Walk in the olive groves & along the River Tagus
- Visit the planes of Spain
- Time to yourselves in the countryside
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Explore the village, Moorish Castle & private castle tunnels visit
We go above & beyond your expectations.
Treat yourselves.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Absolutely Everything is Included
- Lunch provided
- Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes included
- Exclusive for adults (18+)
- Tea and coffee available
Meal Options
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Tasting lunch or dinner menu of local farm to fork ‘honest foods” - Manchego cheeses, honey, olives, olive oils, village breads and pastries, seasonal meats, vegetarian and vegan menus too.
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Wine tasting - Wine tasting with wine from our local award wining winery.
Non-Alcoholic and other drinks available: sodas/soft drinks, infusions
Additional Information
I’m Paul, hailing from Manchester, and my partner in crime, Ian, from Liverpool. We frequently venture on this journey together.
One day, we decided we’ve had enough of the fast-paced life of Madrid’s city restaurants and markets. We took a leap, went East into La Mancha, purchased a country house, and discovered exceptional foods, which we’d enjoy amidst the chirping birds, by a magnificent 10th-century castle with breath-taking views.
Join us as we delve into the ‘Untouched, authentic rural Spain’. We are akin to the culinary explorers you see on TV who peruse the villages for genuine quality farm produce like Manchego cheese, various baked goods, honey, olive oil.
We are proud hosts of ‘Authentic Spain for food-lovers’, one of the top-rated tours in Spain, boasting no less than 5 stars on every single one of our reviews.
Location
Nunos
Calle de Narváez
We meet outside the cake shop Pastelera Nunos. (Nearest Metro: Ibiza).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(11 Ratings)
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Benst
Apr 27, 2024
Magical afternoon - We came across this experience somewhat accidentally - had done the “flavours of Spain” tasting earlier in the week and Ian mentioned the possibility of joining this one for Friday afternoon. So we jumped at the opportunity as we had the time free.
This was a genuinely different and end-to-end enjoyable experience! So glad we did it. Paul, Ian and Juan are terrific hosts and carefully curated things every step of the way. We were driven out of Madrid and it took just over an hour to reach the village. Really enjoyed the relatively short walk down the hill to their house (right near the castle). Beautiful rural views.
Inside we were looked after so well. Vermouth and snacks on arrival. So much cheese! I especially loved the black garlic.
Had so much well prepared food thrown at us. Several tapas (mushrooms!!) with the pork jowl and then the lamb and potatoes. Very tasty. And the wine just kept on coming.
Must also mention the tunnels under the house - quite the experience!
This was something different, more than worth the money, and gave us an unforgettable way to close out our stay in Madrid. Thanks so much guys!
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Yogaisforposers121
Apr 5, 2024
Such a blast - The whole experience was great. Our guides were amazing, the food was incredible and plentiful, the setting was beautiful. We almost canceled at the last minute just cause we weren’t sure we wanted to leave the city, but I am so glad that we kept the reservation. It was magical, and I would do it all over again. We were a party of five, a grandmother, ourselves, and our two children school aged. Excellent.
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Elizabeth_b
Mar 26, 2024
A must! - This was one of the best tours we’ve ever been on! The small group size gave this tour such a personal feel. Our tour guides, Paul, Ian and Juan, were so friendly and knowledgeable about La Mancha and the small town’s history, the food, the wine, the agriculture and the culture. To top it all off, the food and wine was incredibly delicious and enjoyed in the most charming home built into the side of the castle. Thank you for the best way for me to spend my birthday!
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C682rlandres
Mar 25, 2024
Among one of the best experiences I've ever had - From start to finish, this experience was above even my highest expectations. Every bit of it felt hand-crafted with care. The hosts were charming, knowledgeable, and funny. The hospitality was unmatched. The word "phenomenal" seems inadequate to describe the quality of the food and drink shared with us.
The small group size, coupled with the fact that it was hosted in their charming home put the entire experience over the top. It felt like a family meal, and the people we met were wonderful. If you're wondering if this experience is worth the expense, stop wondering and just do it. You will not regret it!
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A3282kuianh
Oct 17, 2023
Amazing food & history experience of rural Spain - Brilliant all round day trip , just 1 hour from Madrid. The hosts were kind & friendly, the food & wine amazing and the village something from a fairy tale. Great all round value.
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266havam
Oct 2, 2023
Truly a Stand-Out Experience - This is one of the most amazing experiences I have done while traveling. Paul and Juan were warm and knowledgeable hosts who took great care of us, cooked delicious food for us and educated us about Spanish history. They provided us with a unique, bespoke adventure into the Spanish countryside, welcomed us to their beautiful, castle-based home and showed us the adorable little surrounding village of generations-old farmers. It is the main tour we tell friends and family about and we will never forget it.
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Mariathegnp
Sep 10, 2023
Amazing experience - This was one of the most unique experiences I’ve ever tried. Great food, great company, very accommodating & easy going hosts. I got lucky with my group, they were amazing people. Highly recommended.
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Matthew
Jul 18, 2023
castle, cave, and culinary delight - My wife, 15-year-old daughter, and I got picked up in Madrid, and drove an hour east to Zorita de los Canes. We hiked for forty minutes (at a leisurely pace) and saw historical Visigoth settlements, a castle, and some tunnels.
Then we had a culinary feast prepared with mostly local ingredients interspersed with conversations with Ian, Paul, and Juan. All three of them were great hosts and were able to provide extensive details about the origins of the food. They were also willing to share conversation, to answer tourist questions, and to make us feel at home in their home. Lastly, we walked down to the village and then drove back to Madrid. It was a memorable experience and *highly* recommended.
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Michael_b
May 9, 2023
Truly remarkable experience - My wife and I booked this excursion (we're in our 30s) and were joined with another solo traveler. From the second we were were picked up by Paul, we felt like one big happy group. After a beautiful hour drive outside of Madrid and learning a little about about the area along the way, we enjoyed about an hour hike downhill to the castle. This is where we met Ian as he led the tour and also showed us some AMAZING views and told us more about the history of the castle and area. Without spoiling all the secrets, once inside we were welcomed with unlimited, fabulous wine, great food, and just a great overall experience. Before leaving you have to visit the tunnels under the castle and of course dip your toes in the crystal clear river.
I was hesitant to commit a full day of our trip but it turned out to be the best part of our vacation!
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Juan_c
May 3, 2023
Don't 2nd Guess, Book This Excursion! - To be very honest, we took a long shot on this tour and I must say it paid off. When we saw there were no reviews it made us think for a few especially the price, but we would have paid double that's how amazing this excursion was. The drive to the countryside was pleasant, the walk although mostly down hill(🤔🤣) helped work up our appetite. Now about the food, HANDS down the best food we've eaten here in Spain so far. The home cooked feel, the intimacy of the gathering, the conversation, and YES the wine!!!!! If I could give Iain, Paul, & Juan 5 Diamond Award I would. Oh yeah don't forget the underground caves
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