San Sebastian: Authentic Basque Cooking Class in the Old Town

Name: San Sebastian: Authentic Basque Cooking Class in the Old Town
Brand: Tabl
SKU: LGSH5T5
Price: 118.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (14 reviews)

3 hours

Group 1+

English

4.9 (14)

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4.9 (14)

What you'll do

Experience the traditional cuisine of the Basque Country in a way few other visitors to the city can claim. This comprehensive San Sebastian cooking class, taught by a professional chef in a historic family restaurant, will give you a crash course in the essentials of regional cooking. Get hands-on in preparing four classic recipes: the Spanish potato omelet, cod in pil pil sauce, a delectable steak with red piquillo peppers, and the renowned burnt cheesecake. Throughout your San Sebastian cooking class, you'll learn new skills like how to perfectly flip a Spanish tortilla, gain a deeper appreciation of the city's culinary culture, and unpack the stories behind each dish as you cook. Finally, it's time to sit down to savor the dishes you've prepared with the perfect drink: Basque cider and two glass of wine. Leave with copies of the recipes so you can enjoy these special Basque dishes back at home long after your trip is over.

What's Included

Four dishes with drink pairings (full meal)

Recipes to take home

Small group of 10 people or fewer

Expertly guided Basque cooking class

Two hosts (a local guide and a professional chef)

What's not included

Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off

Gratuities

Notes

Public transportation options are available nearby

Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible. Those with wheelchairs should contact us so we can arrange your visit.

This event is not suitable for guests with allergies or dietary restrictions, please contact for an 'on request' private lesson if you're interested in it.

This tour is adaptable for: No pork, non-alcoholic

Half of the experience will be standing up and the other half will be seated on a high table with stools.

This tour is not suitable for children.

The whole menu is Gluten free(but not for celiacs)

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Cancellation policy

A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

Reviews

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So much fun! Loved learning about Basque food, and how to prepare these dishes! The tour guide was very knowledgeable and kind, and the chef was very skilled and had a great sense of humor.

Our chef was so knowledgeable & funny. It was a totally fun time. We learned so much about basque food and cooking techniques. I highly recommend this adventure.

Carlos was fantastic, as was the other chef. We learned a lot, had a great time and the food was delicious! Highly recommend this experience and that Carlos be able to adjust as he sees fit. He knows what he’s doing!

Cooking class was fantastic! Guide gave great instructions as well as background of the dishes. Amazing time!

Carlos met us on time and took the mixed group to a nearby restaurant kitchen. There were 10 of us , Brits and Americans, and everyone got on well and it was most relaxed. We sampled several wines and local cider as we prepared 4 local dishes. The cooking was simple and easy to follow so nothing complicated and designed for a fun night rather than teaching any advanced skills. The best thing about the experience was Carlos’ knowledge of the Basque cuisine and his enthusiasm for the area. If you want a fun few hours and to come away with a couple of lesser known recipes (Pil-pil sauce and the Basque Cheesecake) then sign up with Carlos.

Great guide / chef who was very knowledgeable and created a very relaxed environment. The cooking was simple and interactive and some great techniques and local food knowledge but not too serious. Great kitchen space.

It was a unique experience. I would do it again. I don't know if it's always the same menu, but I think changing it up and having 3 or 4 basic menus and rotating them would be a good plan.

We learned so much from this cooking class! Everything that we wanted to learn about basque cooking to take home so it was perfect. Everything we made was so simple and delicious. It was hands on enough that we felt like we were doing the cooking but not too much that we couldn't enjoy the wine! Cannot fault this cooking class. Loved it!

From making cheesecake to flipping the tortilla, this cooking class was AMAZING! Carlos made this class memorable and fun— lots of quality instruction plus great food and laughs! I highly recommend this class!

My culinary journey with my boyfriend Toby in San Sebastian was spectacular, thanks to the Authentic Basque Cooking Class in the charming Old Town. Under the expert guidance of Chefs Carlos and Saul, our group was immersed in the vibrant world of Basque cuisine. The hands-on experience of making a traditional Basque tortilla, the delicate dance of preparing Bacalao Pil-Pil, the perfect Txuleta with Piquillo Peppers, and the sweet finale of crafting the iconic San Sebastian Cheesecake left us not only with full bellies but also with cherished memories. The chefs' passion for Basque culinary traditions shone through in their teaching, making every step an enjoyable and enriching experience. The ambiance of the Old Town added an extra layer of authenticity to our cooking adventure. While it would have been a lovely touch to keep our aprons as souvenirs, as I have experienced in other cooking classes worldwide, this small detail did not detract from the overall exceptional experience. This cooking class is a must-do for anyone visiting San Sebastian.