El Sobremesa
A Celebration of Spanish Tradition
The Story Behind
El Sobremesa
El Sobremesa was born from a profound observation: in our fast-paced modern world, we have lost the art of genuine human connection. We eat quickly, we network efficiently, but we rarely sit down and have meaningful conversations with people we might never have met otherwise.
“It’s not about the food alone. It’s about the pause, the presence, the connection.”
El Sobremesa is a Spanish tradition of remaining at the table after finishing a meal, when the best conversations happen, when friendships deepen, when memories are made. We bring this ancient art to life in Marbella.
Each dinner is carefully curated. We limit groups to 6–8 people, select guests who are open to connection, and craft menus that celebrate Spanish culinary heritage.
Why We Do
What We Do
The Tradition
Sobremesa is an ancient Spanish ritual—the sacred time after the meal when conversation flows freely, wine is poured, and strangers become friends.
Our Vision
We created El Sobremesa to revive this art in modern times—bringing together carefully selected guests to share authentic food and genuine human connection.
Your Experience
Come as a stranger. Leave as a friend. Our intimate dinners create perfect conditions for meaningful conversations and unforgettable memories.
Catalín Gheran
Founder & Host
Born and raised in Marbella, Catalín grew up surrounded by Spanish traditions and culinary excellence. After years in Barcelona, he returned home to create something meaningful.
Inspired by his grandmother’s love for gathering people around the table, he envisioned El Sobremesa. Today he personally oversees each dinner, ensuring every guest leaves with new friends.
His philosophy: dining is not about the food alone, but about creating the spaces where human connection flourishes.
The
Timeline
El Sobremesa hosts its first intimate dinner with 6 guests in a private villa in Marbella. The evening lasts 5 hours and nobody wants to leave.
Word spreads. Monthly dinners begin. Guests from across Europe discover the magic of sobremesa and begin returning with friends.
El Sobremesa expands to bi-weekly dinners. A dedicated kitchen is established. Menus curated by local Andalusian chefs. Over 100 guests welcomed.
The website launches. Private event bookings open. El Sobremesa becomes Marbella’s most talked-about intimate dining experience.
Ready to Experience
Sobremesa?
Limited seats available for each dinner. Reserve yours before they’re gone.