Stirred Travel has unveiled an expanded collection of gastronomic holidays for 2026, introducing a series of immersive culinary weeks across some of Europe’s most celebrated food regions. The new programme spans Spain, Portugal, Italy, and France, offering travellers the opportunity to live, cook, and dine alongside acclaimed chefs and cookbook authors in a relaxed, house-party setting.
Designed for passionate home cooks and food-focused travellers alike, these luxury culinary escapes blend hands-on cooking instruction with regional discovery. Guests stay in carefully selected heritage properties located at the heart of renowned gastronomic landscapes, where days unfold with market visits, producer encounters, shared meals, and long, wine-paired dinners enjoyed at an unhurried pace. Ten weeks have been announced so far, with additional dates and a new destination expected to be revealed early next year.
Each culinary week combines practical cookery classes led by expert hosts with convivial meals prepared and enjoyed together. Experiences include guided trips to local markets, exclusive access to artisan producers, and tables reserved at standout local restaurants. Evenings are typically relaxed and al fresco, with all dinners paired with thoughtfully chosen regional wines selected not only for quality, but for their sense of place and story.
2026 Culinary Destinations
Hacienda de San Rafael, Andalusia, Spain
Set within the rolling olive groves of southern Spain, Hacienda de San Rafael is a beautifully restored 18th-century olive estate located between Seville and Jerez de la Frontera, at the heart of the sherry-producing region of Andalusia. Surrounded by hectares of landscaped gardens, the property offers multiple atmospheric spaces for outdoor dining and gathering, alongside a professionally equipped kitchen ideal for hands-on culinary instruction.
Close to Andalusia’s iconic white villages, the setting provides an authentic backdrop for exploring Spanish regional cuisine, olive oils, wines, and seasonal produce.
Dates: 12–18 April 2026, 19–25 April 2026, and 4–10 October 2026
The Monastery, Alentejo, Portugal
Located within a 700-acre private estate in the Alentejo, The Monastery is a former Jesuit residence reimagined as a contemporary luxury retreat. The design thoughtfully integrates the property’s historic character with modern comforts, including a striking designer kitchen that seamlessly connects indoor and outdoor living spaces.
Sustainability is central to the estate’s philosophy. The surrounding land supports black Iberian pigs that forage on acorns, as well as grazing sheep—elements that shape the region’s distinctive cuisine and feature prominently in the culinary experience.
Dates: 17–23 May 2026
Villa Casagrande, Veneto, Italy
This grand 15th-century villa sits directly on the main piazza of Cison di Valmarino, with sweeping views toward the foothills of the Dolomites. The villa’s interiors retain frescoed ceilings and original architectural details, balanced with refined contemporary updates.
Cooking classes take place in an impressive state-of-the-art kitchen featuring stone floors and a traditional Venetian fireplace, creating an atmospheric setting for learning classic and modern Italian techniques rooted in Veneto’s culinary traditions.
Dates: 31 May – 6 June 2026, 7–13 June 2026, and 6–12 September 2026
La Bastide, Provence, France
Introduced in 2025 following strong guest demand, La Bastide brings Stirred Travel’s culinary programme to one of France’s most iconic food regions. Located ten miles south of St Remy de Provence in the Alpilles, the house was sensitively renovated in 2023 to preserve its Provençal character.
The property features 11 ensuite rooms, extensive gardens, original stone staircases and fireplaces, and a state-of-the-art kitchen anchored by a Lacanche stove—an ideal setting for exploring the flavours, produce, and culinary heritage of Provence.
Dates: 15–21 June 2026 and 31 August – 6 September 2026
