Girona & Costa Brava: Crafting the Perfect Blend of Culinary Excellence and Incentive Magic
Girona and Costa Brava, with their stunning landscapes and vibrant culture, are gradually emerging as a truly sought-after destination for incentive groups – not just for its picturesque views but for its thriving culinary scene. A real treasure trove of experiences to inspire connections and create lasting memories, picture your next event in Girona as we join Factor 3 Events for a backstage tour of their culinary favourites…
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1. Cooking Workshops with Local Fishermen: An Authentic Culinary Voyage
Your culinary journey begins in Palamós, a renowned fishing port famous for its delectable seafood, world-renowned red prawns and bustling atmosphere. Guided by skilled chefs, beside local fishing fleets, attendees will dive into Mediterranean fish recipes, enjoy age-old fishing tales and get into the nitty gritty of seafood cooking from preparing ingredients to savouring the finished dishes with local wines!
A chance to delve into the soul of Catalonia’s fishing heritage, connect with local fisherman and try out traditional fishing methods for yourself, it’s the perfect cultural immersion and an ideal choice for any small incentive of around 20 guests.
2. Wine Tasting at Cellar Brugarol: Raise a Glass to Success!
A name synonymous with the very best of Spanish winemaking, Cellar Brugarol is a true pioneer in wine cultivation and one of the best hidden gems in the Costa Brava region. Nestled beneath the vineyard in underground chambers, its avant-garde architecture plays with light and shadow, setting the stage for an unforgettable wine tasting session. Guided by wine experts, participants gain insight into the nuances of Brugarol wines, all while being surrounded by award-winning vineyards.
An intimate setting that offers the chance to create your very own wine coupage, it’s a light-hearted, fun and creative activity that combines all the essential qualities you’d want in an incentive programme, including the chance to design your own wine labels!
3. A Seafood Symphony: Learn to make Lobster Rice on Costa Brava’s Beckoning Beachside
Forget paella and say hello to the queen of rice dishes – Costa Brava’s very own cream and lobster rice, out on the golden coastline of Costa Brava. Learn the secrets of the local dish from the chefs themselves and find out just what goes into the making of one of the region’s most prized delicacies.
The perfect excuse for a creative team challenge and to foster team spirit among the group, enjoy the fruits of your labour with an intimate dine around accompanied by crunchy salads and local wines.
4. Organic Cookery Classes at Finca Bell-lloc: A Taste of Sustainability
Looking to build a story around sustainable initiatives? Escape to Bell-lloc, a picturesque farmhouse nestled in the Gavarres mountains and immerse your group in all things organic. Offering organic cookery classes amidst breath-taking landscapes, it's an ode to conscious living and dining and a chance to weave environmental responsibility into your incentive trips.
Starting with a tour of its very own vegetable garden, farmyard and picturesque winery, guests will enjoy valuable insights into the organic produce used in the farmhouse kitchen before enjoying a hands-on organic cookery class led by the in-house chefs. Once the dishes have been created, head out onto the panoramic terrace for a farm-to-table dinner served with award winning wine from their on-site vineyard. What better way to reward top corporates!
5. Between Swords and Sweets: Game of Thrones Meets Gastronomy
Quite possibly the town’s biggest rise to fame, Girona is best known for its feature in Game of Thrones as the fictional Medieval town “Braavos”. The series certainly left an indelible mark on the town’s popular culture and a tour of its filming locations makes for an engaging incentive experience. During the 3-hour walking tour you’ll have the chance to explore Girona's historic centre, Jewish Quarter, bridges, and churches while being introduced to the city's most iconic food establishments.
From medieval feasts to modern culinary wonders, enjoy tastes from local cold cuts, cheese, olives, and tapas before tucking into ice cream crafted by the renowned dessert chef, Jordi Rocca. This multi-sensory experience fosters connections among participants and is a unique way to weave storytelling, history, and gastronomy into your incentive trip.
6. Private Cookery Classes with the Roca Brothers: Michelin Magic
Set your sights higher and create an incentive like no other with a once-in-a-lifetime private cookery class with The Roca Brothers! The brilliant minds behind El Celler de Can Roca, a multi-time holder of the title "World's Best Restaurant," it’s a chance to learn from the culinary giants and begin unravelling the intricacies of Michelin-star cooking.
An experience that extends far beyond a mere cooking lesson, it's a rendezvous with gastronomic genius and the perfect motivation for top-performing corporates to solidify connections and create unforgettable memories.
When it comes to culinary incentive experiences, it’s not just about savouring food and wine; it’s about forging connections, creating memories, and inspiring teams with an authentic cultural immersion and this is something Costa Brava and Girona does so well. A town that’s in many ways lived under the shadow of Spain’s bigger city giants it’s easy to run straight to the cities we know so well and miss the genuine authenticity and rural charm that’s so essential to an inspiring incentive story. Girona offers the chance not just to experience a destination; but to head on a gastronomic journey and re-discover a part of Spain that has so much more to tell.
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