# TASTE

THE GENTLEMENS FOOD CLUB

Seven days at Castillo del Alma for men who love good food, great wine and good company. Markets, cooking, vineyards and blind tastings — and long dinners where strangers become friends.

6 nights · 7 days English Mollina · Málaga
Varighed 6 nights · 7 days
Ankomst 5 June 2027
Afrejse 11 June 2027
Fra €1,695 pr. person · delt værelse
Om retreatet

More than food and wine. It is about the <em>people</em> around the table.

The Gay Men's Food Club is a week for men who love good food, great wine and good people.

You experience Andalucía through what the region does best: markets full of seasonal produce, olive oil from the groves around us, jamón ibérico, sherry, cheeses and wines from the valley. You cook with a professional chef, taste blind with a sommelier and meet the producers behind it all.

But this is not a course from morning to night. The week is built so there is time for the pool, the siesta, the vineyard and each other — because most of the week happens around the table anyway.

You don't need to be an expert. You just need to be curious, ready to taste something new and open to meeting men you would otherwise never have met. You leave understanding the food and wine you enjoy — and with new friends to enjoy it with.

The group is small: 12 to 16 men, typically between 40 and 65. The week is held in English.

"Come as strangers. Leave as friends."

Retreat info

Varighed6 nights · 7 days
Maks. deltagere14 guests
NiveauNo experience needed — just curiosity and an appetite
SprogEnglish
StedCastillo del Alma
Retreat Highlights

Hvad gør dette retreat særligt?

Program

En uge for dig selv

Day 1 Arrival & Welcome ↓

Meet & Connect — an evening of new acquaintances, fine food, wine, and perhaps the beginning of a few new friendships.

· Arrival and check-in
· Welcome drinks and introduction to the week's experiences
· Tour of Castillo del Alma
· Welcome dinner featuring Spanish specialties
· Drinks, music, and cozy socializing

We kick off the week with a delightful welcome dinner, local wines, and plenty of good vibes. Everyone will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and reveal their favorite dish or preferred wine. After all, it’s easier to get to know each other over a good glass of wine than during a job interview. And who knows, you might already find the first person you'd like to share a bottle with?

Day 2 Get Together ↓

Poolside pleasures — sun on your skin, cold drinks, and a dinner we’ve conjured up ourselves.

· Awaken your senses – a gentle morning walk, breathwork, and meditation
· Brunch with delights from the kitchen
· Enjoy the sun, the pool, and your new friends
· Dinner — Made by Us

Today's aha moment: We will split into small groups, each responsible for conjuring up a Spanish dish using some of Andalusia's finest ingredients. There’s room for both seasoned chefs and those who usually just order food. We will help each other, taste along the way, and see who has the best culinary skills. Afterwards, we gather around the table to enjoy the results. Bon appétit – and remember, charm counts in the kitchen too!

Day 3 Olive Oil and Wine Tasting ↓

A day for connoisseurs with a penchant for fine drops, local delicacies, and taste experiences that linger a little longer.

· Awaken your senses – a gentle morning walk, breathwork, and meditation
· Brunch with delights from the kitchen
· Enjoy the sun, the pool, and good company
· We will explore the world of local olive oil and gain insight into its production. Following this, an inviting wine tasting awaits with local tapas, where we will explore the characterful wines of Andalusia. Feel free to taste as much as you like – no one will be asked to stick to just one favorite.
· Dinner at Castillo del Alma

Day 4 Dining Workshop ↓

From the local market to gastronomic masterpieces. Today we will shop, learn, and taste – and perhaps discover hidden culinary talents among the gentlemen.

· Awaken your senses – a gentle morning walk, breathwork, and meditation
· Early brunch
· Tuesday is market day in Antequera! More than 100 stalls tempt with everything from fresh vegetables, local specialties, and delicacies to sunglasses and slippers. There’s plenty of opportunity to explore and perhaps make a good purchase or two. Afterwards, we will head to the renowned culinary and hotel school in Antequera, where we will participate in a gastronomic workshop and learn the art of fine dining. And of course, we will taste our own creations. For what is the point of making good food if you don’t get to eat it too?

Day 5 Free Play ↓

Today, the calendar is yours. No plans, no obligations – just the opportunity to do exactly what you desire most.

· Awaken your senses – a gentle morning walk, breathwork, and meditation
· Brunch with delights from the kitchen
· Enjoy Castillo del Alma at your own pace, relax by the pool, indulge in a little extra wellness, or visit one of the area's popular attractions (link). You can also just hang out, soak up the sun, and let the world take care of itself.
· Dinner at Castillo del Alma

Day 6 The Grand Finale ↓

We conclude with style – with exquisite wines, exceptional gastronomy, and a final evening that deserves to be remembered.

· Awaken your senses – a gentle morning walk, breathwork, and meditation
· Brunch with delights from the kitchen
· We will be visited by a passionate sommelier who will take us on an exclusive journey through the world of wine and delight our palates with specially selected wines. Following this, the week’s grand gastronomic finale awaits: an exquisite Andalusian gourmet dinner, where ingredients, flavors, and creativity come together in perfect harmony. An evening filled with great taste experiences, good conversations, and perhaps one last glass or two. We certainly won’t end the week without a proper finale!

Day 7 Farewell and Thank You ↓

All good things come to an end – but the memories, the good laughs, and perhaps a few new flirtatious acquaintances will thankfully live on. After a fantastic week at Castillo del Alma, it’s time to say goodbye to the wonderful men with whom you have shared experiences, meals, wine, and good times. Fortunately, this is not a final farewell. The chat remains open, so you can always reconnect when you miss the company – or perhaps just feel like sending a little greeting. 😉

· Awaken your senses – a final gentle morning walk, breathwork, and meditation
· Concluding brunch with delights from the kitchen
· Luggage is packed, final hugs are exchanged, and taxis are ready to take you to the airport
Thank you for helping to make The Gentlemen's Food Club something truly special. We hope you return home with new friendships, wonderful memories, inspiration for the kitchen – and perhaps already a little longing for the next time.

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Indkvartering

Værelserne

Syv dobbelte eksklusive værelser, alle med ensuite badeværelse — designet til komfort, ro og nærvær

Mad & Drikke

Nærende andalusisk køkken

Mad er en central del af retreatoplevelsen. Alle måltider tilberedes med friske, lokale og sæsonbestemte råvarer fra regionen. Vi spiser enkelt, nærende og med respekt for kroppen.

Morgenmaden er let og energigivende — frugt, yoghurt, æg og brød. Frokosten er større og ofte et fælles bord med salater, grøntsager og proteiner. Aftensmaden er dagens sociale samlingspunkt — tre retter med lokale vine.

Særlige kostbehov imødekommes fuldt ud — vegetar, vegansk, glutenfri mv. Oplys ved tilmelding.

Mad på Castillo del Alma
Facilitator
CdA

Din guide på rejsen

Wellness Facilitator · Breathwork Practitioner

Retreatet ledes af en erfaren wellness-facilitator med speciale i nervesystemsregulering, breathwork og somatic therapy.

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FAQ

Skal man have erfaring med meditation eller yoga?↓

Nej — dette retreat er for alle niveauer. Det eneste du skal medbringe er nysgerrighed og åbenhed. Vi møder dig præcis der, hvor du er.

Hvordan kommer jeg til Castillo del Alma?↓

Nærmeste lufthavn er Málaga (AGP) — ca. 60 min. med bil. Vi anbefaler at leje bil eller bestille privat transfer. Vi hjælper gerne med at koordinere transport fra lufthavnen.

Hvad er betalingsbetingelserne?↓

Ved tilmelding betales et depositum på 30%. Restbeløbet forfalder senest 6 uger før ankomst. Ved afbud mere end 60 dage før ankomst tilbagebetales et eventuelt indbetalt restbeløb, men depositummet tilbagebetales ikke. 60–30 dage før: 50% af den samlede pris refunderes. Mindre end 30 dage før: ingen refusion — vi anbefaler rejseforsikring med afbestillingsret.

Kan jeg komme alene?↓

Ja — langt de fleste gæster kommer alene. Det er faktisk den bedste måde at gå fuldt ind i oplevelsen på. Fællesskabet opstår naturligt i gruppen.

Er der WiFi og telefonforbindelse?↓

Ja, der er WiFi på hele ejendommen. Vi opfordrer dog til at begrænse skærmtid og sociale medier under opholdet — det er en del af processen med at sænke tempoet.

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