Signature Series: Exclusive 12-Day Spain Foodie Tour with Matt Preston & Gary Mehigan
From the hallowed tables of a private Basque gastronomic society to the meticulously restored cloisters of a 12th-century Cistercian monastery turned wellness retreat, this Signature Series tour with Matt Preston and Gary Mehigan takes you to Spain’s most exclusive corners. Along the way, learn the secrets of Basque cuisine and prepare the perfect paella at hands-on cooking classes, wander the covered markets of Barcelona and tour the pintxo bars of San Sebastian.
Planned, designed and hosted with two of Australia’s most beloved food authorities – former MasterChef judges Matt Preston and Gary Mehigan – this once-in-a-lifetime journey is packed with sensational surprises and aromatic excellence, including two nights at a restored 16th-century noble palace.
With just one departure and limited spots available, this experience is crafted for true food lovers. Feast on freshly grilled seafood, sip world-class in Rioja and Ribera del Douro, and gain exclusive access to a private gastronomic society – a privilege rarely extended to non-members.
Along the way, Matt and Gary will share their insider knowledge, favourite haunts and infectious enthusiasm for Spanish food culture. Sample the original Basque burnt cheesecake, savour wine tasting in a reclaimed vineyard stable barn, discover pintxos bars in San Sebastian and taste Matt and Gary’s favourite handpicked churrerias.
Beyond fabulous food, you’ll stay in some of Spain’s most extraordinary accommodations – from a Belle Époque masterpiece overlooking the golden sands of San Sebastian to a meticulously restored 12th-century Cistercian monastery complete with thermal spa fed by natural hot springs. Sip cocktails on a Radisson Blu rooftop overlooking the spires of Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia, explore medieval fishing villages clinging to cliffsides, and discover the centuries-old traditions that make Basque Country so unique.
This is Spain at its most authentic and unforgettable – 12 days of Picasso and paella, siesta and sangria, tapas and Tempranillo. With Matt and Gary joining select Signature Highlights, and just 50 spots available, this tour is the culinary adventure of a lifetime. Lock in your spot now for a Spanish foodie fever dream.
Superior Upgrade: For true connoisseurs, the Superior Upgrade unlocks Spain’s most coveted tables and premium accommodations. Wake to sea views from your Classic Room at San Sebastián’s storied Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra, master Basque techniques at Mimo (named by National Geographic as one of the world’s best cooking schools) and secure impossible-to-book tables at Elkano – ranked #24 among the World’s 50 Best Restaurants – and Rioja’s Echaurren Tradición. In Madrid, dine at Sobrino de Botín, the Guinness World Record holder as the oldest restaurant in the world, where the wood-fired oven has burned continuously since 1725. With premium wine pairings at select dinners, the Superior Upgrade transforms the exceptional into the extraordinary.
Return international flights available: Fly to Spain in style with return economy or business class flights from Australia. For further details, please contact our dedicated Tours Concierge team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.
Italy Signature Series: For the ultimate foodie adventure, combine your Spanish escape with an 11-day deep dive into Italy’s rich culinary culture alongside Matt and Gary. Book now.
