

The Dinner Table: Travel Stories & Holiday Decisions
Join us on Wednesday, May 27, at Abya for an intimate dinner dedicated to travel stories, hidden gems, and the decisions behind our holidays.
This dinner is designed for those who love to travel, and especially for those curious about why we choose certain destinations, what we are actually searching for when we explore, and how those experiences shape us.
Throughout the evening, we will discuss spontaneous versus planned travel, solo trips versus group adventures, and emotional versus adventure travel. We will share hidden gems in Spain, dream trips, and even travel disasters. Our host, Oana, will share some of her own experiences to open the floor, and we invite everyone to bring their stories, tips, and travel philosophies to the table.
The Ultimate Why
The idea is simple: good food, wine, and focused conversation with interesting people. It is the perfect environment for adventure lovers, people new to Spain looking for ideas, or anyone curious about how others experience the world to leave with new inspiration for future adventures.
What to Expect
• Curated Conversation: Guided discussions exploring how we decide where to go and what makes a destination truly "worth it."
• The Dinner Table Dynamic: We will use specific conversation prompts to spark dialogue, such as discussing why certain places suddenly become "the place" to go, or sharing a travel moment that stayed with you long after the trip ended.
• Intimate Setting: Capacity is strictly limited to ensure a single, cohesive conversation where everyone has a chance to share and connect meaningfully.
• Authentic Connection: An environment strictly free from digital distractions.
Venue: ABYA
Abya Madrid is more than a restaurant it’s a celebration of art, culture, and contemporary gastronomy. Housed in the majestic Palacio de Saldaña in Madrid’s Salamanca district, Abya brings Latin American energy and creativity into a refined European setting.
Led by chef Aurelio Morales, the concept fuses vibrant flavours, artistic presentation, and bold design to create a multi-sensory experience. Each floor offers a different mood from lively social dining to intimate, art-filled lounges all connected by a spirit of sophistication and discovery.
Abya isn’t just a place to eat; it’s a journey through culture, emotion, and style.
Timeline
• 20:30 - 21:00: Arrival, welcome drinks, and introductions.
• 21:00 - 23:00: Seated dinner and guided "The Dinner Table" conversation.
• 23:00 - 23:30: Final drinks, wrap-up, and future travel planning.
Menu
• Shared Starters: Russian salad with tuna belly, traditional acorn-fed Iberian ham croquettes, and a tender grilled beef rib empanada with fire-roasted eggplant and bone marrow.
• Main Course (Choose One): Sea bass or spring chicken (pollo picantón).
• Dessert: Cheesecake.
• Drinks: The dinner includes a curated wine selection featuring Bardos Blanco 2023 (Verdejo) and Châpeau Wines Usarralde 2022 (Tempranillo), allocated at one bottle per two guests. Water, beer, soft drinks, and coffee are also included during the meal.
• Dietary Note: Please indicate your main course preference, as well as any food allergies or dietary restrictions, in your registration questions so the restaurant can accommodate your needs.
Your Hosts: Oana Buda
Oana Patricia Buda is the CEO and founder of a boutique investment and real-estate consultancy dedicated to helping people enter the property market with confidence and return. Trained as an architect, she transforms overlooked spaces into profitable, beautifully designed assets through buy-to-rent models, strategic flips, cambios de uso, segregations and smart optimisations across Madrid and other EU markets. Her mantra: small capitals, high returns which achieve over 200% ROI on flips and consistent 20%+ annual yields on optimised rentals. She guides both seasoned investors and those just starting out. Her mission: to make real estate accessible, intelligent and beautifully designed for everyone.
Important Details / House Notes
• Date: Wednesday, May 27.
• Time: 20:30 to 23:30.
• Capacity: Strictly limited to keep the conversation intimate.
• Cancellation Policy: Tickets are not refundable, but you are welcome to sell or transfer your ticket to another member on the community chat.
• Want to Bring a Friend? Refer them to join the club here.
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• House Notes Reminder: Offline is our love language. Please try to leave your phone tucked away as much as possible to fully immerse yourself in the evening.
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