San Sebastian: Authentic Basque Cooking Class

Old Town, San Sebastian, San Sebastian



Join a small group for a hands-on cooking experience in a real restaurant kitchen, where you’ll discover the secrets of Basque cuisine and prepare its most famous recipes.

Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastián for Food Lovers

This hands-on Basque cooking class in San Sebastián is ideal for food enthusiasts eager to learn authentic Spanish dishes in a small group setting.

Highlights

  • Hands-on Basque cooking class with a local professional chef
  • Learn to prepare traditional Spanish dishes: pintxos and tortilla
  • Small-group experience in a historic family-run restaurant kitchen
  • Prepare and enjoy a full four-dish Basque menu from start to finish
  • Includes recipes and a souvenir apron to recreate dishes at home

Description

Discover why San Sebastián is renowned as a top food destination with this authentic Basque cooking class led by a local professional chef. Designed for culinary enthusiasts, the class takes place in a historic family-run restaurant, opened exclusively for your group.

Participate hands-on in preparing traditional Basque recipes, including pintxos, Spanish tortilla (potato omelette), stuffed piquillo peppers, and Basque burnt cheesecake. The chef shares expert techniques, local insights, and stories behind each dish to deepen your connection to Basque cuisine.

After cooking, enjoy the four-dish meal you prepared paired with authentic Basque drinks such as cider and carefully selected red and white wines. You will receive recipes and a souvenir apron to help you recreate these dishes at home.

Includes

  • Authentic Basque cooking class hosted by a local professional chef
  • Four dishes with drink pairings as a full meal
  • Recipes to take home
  • Souvenir apron
  • Small group of 10 people or fewer

Excludes

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Important Information

  • Not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers
  • Accommodations available for gluten-free (non-celiac), non-alcoholic, and no meat/no pork preferences
  • Located in the Gros neighborhood, accessible by bus, train, and car
  • Secure storage available for personal belongings
  • Experience is fully standing
  • Not suitable for children
  • Tour conducted in English
  • Walking tour at a moderate pace
  • Covers a full meal

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

To book, wear comfortable clothing and arrive ready to cook. Morning and afternoon classes are available; check availability for your preferred time.

Frequently Asked Questions

You will learn to prepare traditional dishes such as pintxos, tortilla, cod in pil pil, piquillo peppers, and Basque burnt cheesecake.
The class is held in a historic family-run restaurant kitchen in San Sebastian.
A professional local chef with expertise in Basque cuisine leads the class.
Yes, you will enjoy the dishes you prepare, accompanied by Basque cider and local wines.
Yes, the class is designed for food lovers of all skill levels, including beginners.
Yes, you will receive recipes and a souvenir apron to help recreate the dishes at home.
The class is conducted in a small group setting to ensure personalized attention.
Check the website for current availability and schedules.
Accessibility information is not specified; please contact the provider directly for details.

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