Just finished a stay at Catacurian in Spain. Wow!!! This has been the highlight of our trip and I can't imagine it being any better! Alicia has created a very special experience. From the moment you arrive and are made to feel part of an exclusive family, to the exceptionally prepared, organic food and exclusive tours, this is a special... More

Just got back from our Trip to Barcelona and, without a doubt, our trip highlight was the Catacurian cooking class. My wife and I took a 2 hour train ride to Priorat (wine country) and we were immidiately met by Alecia and three other vacationers at the train station. Alecia is so friendly and sweet, and we really enjoyed the... More

I've been hesitant to write a review because I honestly don't know how to distill our time at Catacurian into a few brief paragraphs that will do the experience justice. Our visit with Alicia and Maite was, without a doubt, the highlight of a glorious trip to Spain and one that I will treasure for the rest of my life.... More

Our three days at Catacurian, complete with cooking instruction and winery tours, was pure heaven. The property is beautiful, maintaining much of it's original architectural touches with modern flair and convenience. Our room was spacious, quiet and appointed with a large and lovely bathroom complete with double sinks, towel warmers and hot water flowing from a large shower (sometimes a... More

The Catacurian experience is true perfection.......a pleasure for all the senses. A cultural immersion that will leave you totally sated by the sights, sounds, smells and rhythms, as well as tastes, of the Catalan region of Spain. Only the best is offered at Catacurian. Whether it's the confines of the village home and environment, hospitality, instruction, products, local historical tours... More

I just spent six busy days eating, drinking and learning about Catalan food and culture from the lovely Alicia at the Catacurian cooking school in the Priorat wine region of Spain. Four of us amateur but confident chefs all bellied up to the chopping boards and produced at least six dishes a day under deft guidance of the master. Mornings... More

Catacurian Culinary Vacations, El Priorat, Spain Catacurian is a truly outstanding experience offering a unique hands on adventure into Catalonian food and wine, in a lovely location, with a very talented and enthusiastic owner/ chef making it all happen. The location, south west of Barcelona is in the midst of the beautiful Montsant/ El Priorat area , ringed by lovely... More

I returned from my trip to Cataluña about a week ago and what do I miss most? Honestly, I have to say that it was my time at Catacurian - the gourmet food and wine "hotel" in the Priorat wine region. Six glorious days of doing two of the things I like most - cooking and drinking wine! The quiet... More

My husband and I attended a 4 day session at Catacurian, and it was certainly the highlight of our recent trip to Spain. From our arrival to departure, we were treated as very special guests, and our host Alicia made every effort to ensure that our stay was special. Catacurian accepts a maximum of 6 guests per session, which ensures... More