Flamenco, history and gastronomy

Palacio de los Duques Gran Meliá, Madrid Spain

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A unique visit to the Flamenco Cathedral

First opened in 1956, the Corral de la Morería is one of the most unique places to have a first contact with the world of flamenco. Run by the second generation of the Rey Avila family, this epicenter of the capital hosts some of the best shows in the world. It has witnessed the debut of some of the most iconic flamenco artist, as well as other renowned artists performing with duende.

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In the morning, upon your arrival at this establishment in the La Latina neighborhood, one of its dancers will welcome you, showing you every corner of this icon, as well as telling you about the story that shapes it. This will be followed by a 60-minute master class in which you will be taught the four pillars of flamenco: bracos, castanets, palmas, and taconeo. In the evening it will be time for the gastronomic proposal, provided by chef David García in the restaurant's private dining room. There, you can enjoy a tasting menu paired with 9 wine references. The culmination of the evening comes just after dessert, when you can take a seat in front of the stage, at one of the best tables in the room, to enjoy a show of flamenco dancing and singing.

Duration: Class 60' / Dinner and show 120'.
No. of people: Up to 8 people.
Please note: The class will take place in the morning, the day before or on the day of the show.
What does it include?: Private flamenco class with a professional flamenco dancer, Michelin star gastronomic experience, and flamenco show

The most authentic way to get to know flamenco, one of the cornerstones of Spanish culture, is successfully achieved by visiting this temple, where flamenco coexists with a Michelin-starred restaurant. Thus, gastronomy, singing, and dancing go hand in hand night after night, attracting locals and tourists who cannot help but fall under its spell after each show.

A good reason why in its most glorious era it was not uncommon to see celebrities such as Ava Gardner, Marlene Dietrich, Ingrid Bergman, Pablo Picasso, John F. Kennedy or Maria Callas at its tables. Rightly so the New York Times named this flamenco cathedral as one of the "1000 places to see before you die".