Reviews and Testimonials

Here is what our guests say

As the publisher of Edible Phoenix magazine, I seek out local flavor wherever I go and Camila really delivered in Barcelona. The restored/renovated Poble Sec market is a jewel. Camila's restaurant ...
PamelaWalk & Taste Tour (Poble Sec)
The number of peak food experiences has been incredible. I continued to be surprised at the beautiful and sensory experiences. A once in a lifetime sort of event.
CheriBoutique Barcelona
Camila your class and teaching were inspirational to me! Thank you!
LilyPublic Cooking Class
I took the Sarria tour and had the opportunity to explore a part of the city I otherwise would not have visited. Camila shared with us her knowledge of local foodie spots, unspoiled by tourists. I ...
ValerieWalk & Taste Tour (Sarria)
Wonderful experience learning how to make delicious authentic seafood paella! We had a small class with fun people. Nice hands-on experience along with detailed instructions and tips. Chef Camila i...
Mora K.Public Cooking Class
Camila and crew were awesome. Excellent kitchen, classroom and instruction. Thank you. We will spread the word! Ciao!
DavidPrivate Cooking Class
We were so fortunate to have had someone recommend Sobremesa to us before our first trip to Barcelona. Meeting Camila was like meeting an old friend. She walked us through the Gracia neighborhood s...
ScottWalk & Taste Tour - Gracia
You are such a professional, kind and humble person that you make the difficult look easy. The night was pretty close to perfect thanks to you.
Marylin L.Private Event
Thank you for your thoughtful and careful planning of our tour of Spain. We have learned so much about the culture, food, wine and cava. It gives us a whole new perspective of how talented the peop...
P. and C. from ColoradoBoutique Barcelona
Thank you again for all that you do to help us all to eat healthier good tasting food. I was so very thrilled when you came along. So excited to cook with you.”
Lisa S.Cooking Class
Chef Camila continues to inspire me to connect with my ingredients. Through easy to follow, healthy recipes she dives into the root of cooking - bringing people together around a table to reach all...
Paitra H.Private Cooking Class
Unique, very thoughtful, creative. An experience you’ll never forget.
JulianaBoutique Barcelona
Spending time with Camila for a private lesson with our friends has been one of the highlights of our year! The class being in Camila’s home kitchen was intimate and cozy. I loved that we got to be...
Amber S.Private Cooking Class
Thank you for everything you taught us. I learned so much about food and culture. Your enthusiasm was inspirational and inspiring!
VivianaPublic Cooking Class
Our “Tapas for Two” meal was absolutely delicious!! I mean heaven!! The flavors were full and beyond exquisite -all with just a few simple ingredients. I am just blown away by the simplicity and fl...
KathyPublic Cooking Class
Thank you so much! I can’t really express fully what it meant to have your wise guidance and all of these special experiences; it felt more like living in Japan for a short while than being “touris...
"A Taste of Japan" clientA Taste of Japan Tour
With a little help and guidance from Sobremesa, curating the experience to best match your interests while abroad, you’ll soon realize how easy it is to fall in love with Spain and how quickly you’...
KyleWalk & Taste Tour
Thanks so much for the tunneling research. That helps a lot and makes it easier for me to experiment with more confidence. And a HUGE thank you for the class. It was really a fantastic class and I ...
MarliesePublic Cooking Class
Excellent, interesting, and informative. This gem covers all the classics and many more lovely and delicious Spanish recipes. This is tasty and authentic Spanish home cooking.
JosephThe Sobremesa Cookbook (hard copy)
This is a delightful deep-dive into the food culture(s) of Spain and the experiences of preparing and sharing the cuisine of Spain, and also a straight-up cooking primer. The pictures are gorgeous ...
MerrittThe Sobremesa Cookbook (hard copy)
I loved every minute of our online class with Camila. The food was amazing and the cultural references for context were just great. We're now thinking about joining one of her Tours, but which one?
Ron W.Wonderful experience
We met Camila at the train station, visited the local farmer's market and found wonderful foodie treats to purchase, eat, and bring home to friends. Her guidance helped us see a part of the area th...
Susan A.San Cugat Walking Tour
Camila's devotion to Extra Virgin Olive Oil has made this book an absolute reference in a new way of communicating your recipes, giving the oil the value it has. Indispensable book. La devoción de ...
Sandra S.#EVOO & #AOVE
The Barcelona Bites on a Budget Tour was a fun and easy way to learn about some of the food history of Barcelona, be introduced to some important eateries, and become more familiar with the area. K...
KyleFun, Informative, and Affordable
My Barcelona Bites on a Budget Tour was a truly wonderful experience. It gave me the chance to learn more about the city's changing demographic and how this has affected and enriched Barcelona's fo...
VeronicaAn Authentic Experience
Beautiful and delicious dishes, with recipes accessible to almost everyone. Some of the simplest recipes are completely irresistible, including the crispy cauliflower, crusted chard stems, and avoc...
Philip S.DO try this at home
Cooking through The Sobremesa Cookbook is like being whisked away to Spain through a portal in your kitchen, with a trusted friendly guide by your side. We have been privileged to host Chef Camila ...
Jen N.Transported to Spain
I was very lucky to join Chef Camila in Barcelona for a cooking class and an exploration of Barcelona. If that wasn't enough, now she has an amazing cookbook. Just looking at the pictures of the be...
Cheri H.The Sobremesa Cookbook
Chef/Writer Camila Loew shows you not only how you can eat well, but eat healthily. I dare you to open this book and not start cooking one of the 45 dishes immediately--they are all tempting, and b...
RickThe Sobremesa Cookbook
The Sobremesa Cookbook describe, de una manera muy personal, un viaje a través de la cocina tradicional española de la mano de una selección de sus recetas, exquisitamente presentadas. Un libro par...
Eva D.Preciosa selección de recetas españolas
This book is a true gem: the recipies are healthy and delicious, the photos are beautiful, and the stories that accompany each chapter are charming. Camila's knowledge and passion for food and cult...
M.B.V.Delicious recipies, beautiful photos and wonderful stories!
Camila's book is as much a cultural travel guide to Spain as it is a cookbook. I ordered a dozen books and gave it to everyone for Christmas this year and I've gotten several emails and text messag...
Amy G.Like taking trip to Spain
This is such a nice book...really reflects the spanish way of life...the 45 recipes ( some traditional some modern) are a great selection to understand the spanish gastronomy and culture....love th...
MARIABeautiful cooking book!
What I have in my hands is not just a beautiful cookbook with exquisite recipes and great photos, it is also inspiring and impregnated with the passion chef Camila puts in all she likes and does. M...
RoselA precious cookbook
You know how at the beginning of the pandemic, folks got super ambitious about the projects they’d be able to accomplish during the lockdowns? How many of those big dreams have been realized so far...
Nishanga B.Armchair travel, with recipes
The Spanish Table has been friends with the lovely and very talented Camila for many years now and are thrilled to see her dream of writing a super accessible tome of authentic Spanish recipes come...
Tanya T.The Sobremesa Cookbook is Fabulous!
Camila takes a cuisine that intimidates many and makes it straightforward and simple with easy and accessible ingredients. I can't wait to share the recipes and ideas with friends, and make it back...
abbysuster11A wonderful gift for any food or Spain lover!
Camila has a way to highlight the deliciousness of simple food. No fussy, complicated recipes in this cookbook. The important part is to choose quality products and ingredients. This is a book that...
Madeleine T.Very flavorful in a simple manner that highlights basic ingredients
Fresh writting,easy to read,all it's contents are very tempting to cook and taste. Enjoyed as much the writting as the photography and illustrations.I strongly recomend it.
Graciela M.The sobremesa Cook book
Camila’s voice is knowledgeable and her style approachable. She brings the skill of a seasoned teacher that makes the recipes detailed and easy to follow. It is the perfect gateway to understand an...
Viola B.Sunny flavors, easy to source ingredients