Where do I begin? The country side Iberico Pig farm in the Dehesa was the perfect place to come back to at the end of our long and exciting days touring other local farms and jamon producers.

The days were structured but also had enough flexibility to adapt to any activity the group found interesting.

The family living on the farm provided us with traditional breakfasts and dinners which amounted to one of the most authentic farm to table experiences I have ever had. Mostly everything was either a product of the farm or came from a neighboring farm or town. The family themselves were so selfless and accommodating. The daughters of the parents spoke english fluently and were happy to answer any questions asked about the farming practice.

The property offered itself to early morning and sunset strolls and jogs with rolling paths through the century old farm scape.

The stars in the evening were the clearest i've seen in a while if not ever.

We were even able to collect our own grill-ables one day and use the families home made outdoor kitchen in the courtyard.

The traditional Matanza, or "pig slaughter" was a raw and unfiltered experience which allowed our group to become part of something the host family has been practicing for hundreds if not thousands of years. We got the opportunity to help process the harvest and were very well fed throughout the days. The experience was rounded off with traditional and local music by the campfire.

There are to many great memories to recount in this review. I'll leave those up for you to discover on your own!

I recommend this trip and this trip organizer for those who seek authentic food experiences, sustainable agriculture, and a lesson in the culture of Southern Spain and its cuisine.