Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure like no other? Experience the heart and soul of Spain through its food with Sazón The Folk Cook, your best option to eat with the locals!
Discover one of Spain’s greatest attractions, its gastronomy, from the heart of its inhabitants. Get ready to taste the traditional cuisine of our mothers and grandmothers, the food of a lifetime, straight from the homes of our host dinners. Live an authentic culinary experience in the homes of the locals, where they will offer you the best from their kitchens. Ready?
What we offer at Sazón
Interaction with local people
Our passionate Spanish diner hosts are opening their homes to gourmet travellers and foodies like you. They will cook their families’ recipes for you and your diner companions. And they will serve you a full menu, drinks included, in their own houses, providing you a totally immersive experience. Join Sazón and meet friendly locals who will warmly welcome you into their kitchens and dining rooms.
Discovering traditional flavours
Whit Sazón The Folk Cook not only will you eat with locals, but also you’ll have the great opportunity to immerse yourself in Spain’s rich culinary heritage. As our hosts prepare authentic dishes passed down through generations. Indulge in tapas in Madrid, discover the authentic Andalusian cuisine, taste the best paellas in Valencia… Or savour the delectable Galician dishes, such as those prepared by Sara, one of our local cooks near Vigo. Galician empanada, pork shoulder with turnip greens, or tasty scallops… Are you up for an unforgettable dinner?
Customised experiences
Whether you’re a solo traveller, a couple, or a group of family or friends, At Sazón The Folk Cook you can choose your culinary adventure depending on your preferences, dietary restrictions, and interests. Where are you travelling? What would you like to eat? Filter results on our website search engine and find the meat, vegetables or fish menu you wish to try.
Cultural insights
Enjoying Sazón’s culinary experiences is not just about the fact that you eat with the locals. Or rather that you eat what the diner hosts prepare for you at their own houses. It’s much more… Joining us is also about the stories, traditions, and culture that surround each place, each house. Learn about the history behind these succulent menus and gain insights into Spanish life from our local hosts. A good example is the amazing colonial house of our diner host, Sara, a beautiful villa in the province of Cádiz with a farm where cork has been grown and worked for six generations. Imagine how her Retinto beef dish must taste in an astonishing setting such as this Los Alcornocales Natural Park. You’ll adore the experience!
Meeting our diner hosts
Our hosts are more than just cooks; they’re your gateway to Spanish culture. From Andalusian grandmothers and mothers’ ancient recipes to innovative Madrid tapas, or authentic Catalan flavours, each host brings their unique touch to the table. As Trini, who will serve you a delicious Catalan dinner in her fabulous and traditional masía. Esqueixada, catalan cannelloni and a typical sweet cake called coca.
A private restaurant just for you
Imagine being in a restaurant as authentic as a local’s home. Feel the delicious aroma emanating from your diner host’s kitchen. Visualise the cosy dining room or the relaxing outdoor terrace where you will enjoy this gastronomic delight. And think of the delicacy that awaits you, the one our local chef is preparing just for you and your guests. Can you think of a better experience? By the way, our locals will prepare and serve dinner, but will let you dine on your own so that you can enjoy this fantastic experience even more… As if you were in your own private restaurant. A real treat, isn’t it?
Our mission and vision
At Sazón The Folk Cook, we believe that the best way to truly experience a country is through its food and the people who make it. Therefore, we are committed to providing you with an authentic, immersive, and unforgettable experience that goes beyond typical tourist fare. Get ready to eat with locals, at their homes, in Madrid, Granada, Vigo, Cádiz, Barcelona or wherever you prefer. And enjoy the best dishes and the most incredible experiences in stunning places and charming houses. Choose your favourite menu and get ready to taste a dream dinner at our diner hosts’ houses. Will you be able to resist the temptation?
Willing to savour the flavours of Spain with locals?
Visit our website to book your culinary adventure today!
Welcome to Sazón The Folk Cook!
