The most beautiful contest in Malaga: seeking seniors who cook recipes that have marked their lives

Málaga once again pays tribute to its elders through cuisine with the second edition of Flavors of Memory, a culinary contest that goes beyond mere dish preparation. The initiative, organized by the Vincci Selección Posada del Patio 5* hotel in collaboration with the City Council of Málaga, invites people over 60 to revive recipes that have marked their personal and family history.

The Entremuros restaurant, located in this iconic five-star hotel in the city center, will become the stage for a journey into the past through flavors, aromas, and lifetime memories for several days.

Flavors of Memory is not just a culinary contest, but a cultural and emotional experience that seeks to preserve Málaga's culinary legacy. Each participant will not only present a dish but also the story that accompanies it: a link between tradition and emotional memory that reflects the richness of the popular recipe book.

This new edition hopes to surpass last year's participation, with some innovations aimed at giving greater prominence to the people behind each recipe. The registration process will be open until this Friday, October 10, and can be done either by email —through eventos.posada@vinccihoteles.com— or in person at the hotel reception.

Criteria that Reward Authenticity and Emotion

The organizers have intended this initiative to be a comprehensive recognition, where not only the culinary quality of the dishes will be valued but also the sentimental and symbolic component of each proposal. Priority in selection will be given to registrations in order of arrival and the suitability of the recipes presented.

On October 14, the kitchens of the Vincci Selección Posada del Patio will open their doors to host the cooking sessions. The selected participants will have the support of the professional team from the Entremuros restaurant to shape their recipes, which will be accompanied by the personal stories that inspire them.

A Jury With a Taste of Málaga

A jury composed of gastronomy experts, representatives of the City Council of Málaga, and members of Vincci Hotels will be responsible for evaluating the dishes. The criteria will focus on flavor, authenticity, and the ability to convey the culinary essence of Málaga.

The official award ceremony will take place on October 20 at the hotel itself, in a day that will combine emotion and recognition. During the event, awards will be given in various categories: to the recipe that best represents the Flavors of Memory of Málaga, to the tastiest dish, to the sweetest proposal, to the most endearing and collaborative participant, and a special mention called Entremuros Award – Roots of Málaga, aimed at the most authentic and representative recipe.

A Closing with a Taste of Tradition and Modernity

The award ceremony will include a thank you cocktail for participants and guests, and will also serve as the presentation of the renewed Entremuros space, already established as one of the gastronomic references of the historic center of Málaga.

As a final touch, starting November 1, the restaurant will incorporate a very special tasting menu: the Flavors of Memory Menu. This will include the winning recipes in two versions —the original and the reinterpretation by the hotel's chefs—, which can be enjoyed throughout the winter season. A proposal that combines the essence of the traditional recipe book with the contemporary creativity of haute cuisine.