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From San Sebastian: Cooking and Dining at a Gastronomic Society!

Name: From San Sebastian: Cooking and Dining at a Gastronomic Society!
Brand: Tabl
SKU: DNRFVP
Price: 415.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)

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5.0 (5)

What you’ll do

Cook and enjoy a meal in one of the traditional gastronomic societies in San Sebastian! Cooking societies, also known as txokos, are a key element of the foodie culture in the Basque Country and specially in San Sebastian. They are private, and access is possible only by invitation. Seats are strictly limited, so early booking is strongly advised.

Highlights

Immerse yourself in an exclusive private culinary club: Guided by an esteemed member of a Basque gastronomic society
Enjoy the Excitement of Traditional Basque Recipes: See them come to life your chef entertains you in the kitchen
Be Escorted by Knowledgeable Guides: Participate in Basque traditions and hone your cooking skills on this culinary adventure
Experience an Unforgettable Ambiance: Learn how to cook first-hand, awakening your taste buds to the flavours of the Basque country
Indulge in a Truly Sumptuous Meal: Create a feast that reflects the heart of Basque food traditions of unparalleled quality

Itinerary

Start Time: 12:00 PM or 7:00 PM

Duration: 4 HRS

Meeting Point: San Sebastian tourism office

What to expect

Embark on an authentic culinary journey with a private dinner at a Basque gastronomic society. Led by a knowledgeable guide, guests delve into the heart of Basque culture, enjoying a traditional menu crafted by a member of the society. While not a formal cooking class, guests have the opportunity to engage with the chef, learning about Basque culinary traditions and techniques.

The menu boasts a delightful array of seasonal delights, from assorted starters to fresh fish and grilled Txuleta, all complemented by Basque desserts and a selection of beverages including wine, cider, and beer. However, this experience goes beyond mere dining; guests actively participate in the gastronomic society's customs, assisting in setting tables, cooking, serving, and cleaning up alongside fellow diners.

Menu

You will enjoy a Traditional Basque menu based on seasonal fresh high quality products. Also, we are happy to design a custom menu with any other local products available in the market.

Based on the season products the chef prepares a traditional Basque menu which is composed of:

An assortment of starters (ie. A local pintxo, txangurro (typical elaboration based on spider crab...))

Main course based on seasonal fresh fish (hake, cod...)

A grilled Txuleta (grilled cutlet) (OPTIONAL)

A basque dessert

Coffee

Wine, cider, beer...and other drinks are also included. (Per person: 1/2 bottle of wine or cider, 2 beers, soft drinks).

Menu subject to change

What’s included

The meal, San Sebastian Pintxos Tours guide meeting you in a hotel near the centre town, the costs of the society and the chef

What’s not included

Tips and gratuities

Hotel pick up and drop off

Any transportation to go & return is not included

What’s not included

Tips and gratuities

Hotel pick up and drop off

Any transportation to go & return is not included

Meeting Point

In front of the Tourism Office (at Alameda Boulevard 8 St.)

Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your start time of 12pm

Notes

The tour runs rain or shine

Under 18? You can't consume alcohol, but delightful non-alcoholic options are available

Special dietary requirements or allergies? Let us know when booking

The tour will commence promptly at 12 pm or 7:00 pm

We kindly request that all participants arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Please be aware that refunds will not be possible in such instances

Any excess in consumption must be paid at the gastronomic society at the local price

Payment must be done 5 days prior to the event. A deposit may be requested to secure the booking. Cancellation with less than 5 days may cause no refund

A Gastronomic Society is not a restaurant and does not have waiters, so all members of the group help set the table, cook, open and serve wines, and bring the used plates and cutlery

Some dishes on the menu will be chosen by the chef at the last moment in the market. Don't hesitate to try anything in the gastronomic society

The member of the gastronomic society who is our host is not an employee of the gastronomic society. He/She will do everything possible to ensure you are fully immersed in this experience

There is no dress code. You can come casually

Wines and other drinks are available for pickup; however, please check with the member before taking anything

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Cancellation policy

A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 5 days before the activity start time.

No refund is possible if you cancel less than 5 days before the activity start time.

Reviews

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5.0

An exerience we’ll never forget!! Best hostess Oihane and chef Inigo the food was excellent! A must for all foodies. Thank you!

5.0

On our last night in San Sebastian, Clara took us to a local gastronomic society. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. First, our host, Inigo, showed us around the place and explained some of the history of that particular gastronomic society as well as gastronomic societies, generally. He then showed us what he was preparing us for dinner, which consisted of roasted peppers, a sort of gazpacho, tuna collar, prawns, hake, and the largest dry-aged T-bone I'd ever scene. To the extent we wanted to participate, Inigo encouraged us to help out in the kitchen.

5.0

We had the most amazing experience at gastronomic society with our thoughtful, intelligent and interesting guide Clara and our amazing host whose name sadly escapes me. It was worth every penny and I would do it again in a heartbeat. In fact, I would just pay to hang out with Clara and the chef because they were super interesting and made it an educational and amazing experience. Getting to know basque culture was a joy.

5.0

We had the most amazing evening. our guide Jose Louis was both knowledgable and enthusiastic". He knew the best places to go ensuring the most amazing and inventive creative food, the mix of traditional and modern was spot on, as was his choice of wines. H even took us to his gastronomic society and we were lucky enough to get a personal tour of one of the amazing clubs and one of the oldest in San Sebastián, I really can't comment on set tours apart from it was a pleasure to eat what both Jose recommend but also things we wanted to try, also the same applies with wine,dessert wines and champagne, the idea of this all being preselected and having no choice on other tours would really.not appeal as we ordered many things that probably would not have been included if it had been a set tour, Jose stayed until we where finished and the tour lasted 3 1/2 hours, with out question the highlight for us so far. We followed the pintos guide from the hotel Maria Christina the day before the food was ok just ok, this tour delivered what i expected from San Sebastián . We also ate a few days previously in Mugartiz 7th best In the World and left Throughly disappointed worrying we had made a mistake about San Sebastián this tour changed our minds. I can't recommend this highly enough worth every penny and that was 70 € for 3 1/2 hours you would never discover these places alone it takes a local who enjoys food as much as we do 5 stars !!!

5.0

This is really the best way to experience San Sebastian cuisine. Our guide Marivi was friendly and knew exactly what you order. Highly recommend you take this tour on day one of your trip to San Sebastian so you know all of the best places to go.

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