About this tour
Learn to cook five signature Basque dishes in a 2.5-hour hands-on class led by a professional chef in San Sebastián's old town. You'll prepare Gilda pintxos, Spanish tortilla, pil pil cod, piquillo peppers and burnt cheesecake, then sit down to eat what you've made alongside cider and wine. The chef shares the stories woven through the region's celebrated food traditions. You'll leave with recipes and an apron to recreate these meals at home.
Highlights
- Cook pil pil cod and burnt cheesecake with a local professional
- Eat your five-course meal with cider and wine pairings
- Learn Basque culinary techniques and regional food history
- Small group of ten or fewer in pedestrian old town setting
- Take home recipes and apron for future cooking
What to expect
You'll spend the full 2.5 hours on your feet in a dedicated kitchen space within San Sebastián's old town—a pedestrian-only quarter reached by walking. The class is structured around preparing five dishes in sequence under the chef's guidance. Expect to handle ingredients, learn techniques specific to Basque cooking, and listen to anecdotes about the region's food culture. After cooking finishes, you'll transition to a table where you taste everything you've made, paired with local drinks. The space has a secure area for your belongings.
Good to know
The old town is accessible only on foot; wear comfortable walking shoes. This experience requires standing throughout and moderate walking fitness. Pescatarians, gluten-free (non-coeliacs), pregnant guests and those avoiding alcohol can be accommodated. Not suitable for vegetarians, vegans, kosher diets or children. Classes run in English.
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