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robertsE6403OVMay 2026 • TripAdvisor
Excellent Cooking Class
This cooking class was an absolute treat. Chef John was outstanding and we enjoyed every minute.
Basque cuisine cooking class
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Immerse yourself in a 2 hours 45 minutes gastronomic experience in San Sebastian where you go from diner to cook: a practical cooking master class in one of our secret kitchens in the Old Town, led by an expert chef with translation provided if needed.
You will learn key techniques of Basque cuisine by preparing iconic dishes such as creamy Spanish omelette, perfectly emulsified cod al pil pil, stuffed piquillo peppers, and the celebrated Basque cheesecake, finishing with a tasting of what you cooked paired with one red wine, one txakoli and one cider.
We work in a small group so you can refine cuts, timing, and sauces, and take home recipes you can replicate along with professional tricks and advice on local produce.
This culinary experience connects you with the spirit of San Sebastian, a city surrounded by one of the highest concentrations of Michelin stars in the world, an international benchmark that explains the local obsession with technique, flavour, and seasonality.
One glass of Txakoli, one glass of Rioja wine and one glass of cider
Consumption of the four prepared dishes
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Small group tour up to 8 participants
Food or drinks not included in the cooking class menu
Join a hands-on Basque cooking class in the heart of San Sebastian’s Old Town and discover the techniques behind some of the region’s most iconic dishes. During this small-group culinary experience, an expert local chef will guide you step by step as you prepare a traditional Basque menu in one of our private kitchens.
You will learn how to cook classic recipes such as tortilla de patata (Spanish omelette), bacalao al pil pil (cod in a traditional garlic and olive oil emulsion), stuffed piquillo peppers, and the famous Basque cheesecake. Along the way, the chef will share professional tips, cooking techniques, and insights into local ingredients and Basque gastronomy.
After the class, sit down and enjoy the dishes you have prepared together, accompanied by three local drinks: one red wine, one txakoli, and one cider. This experience offers a delicious introduction to the culinary culture of Donostia / San Sebastian, one of the world’s great gastronomic destinations.
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Tortilla de patata
MAIN
Bacalao al pil pil
MAIN
Stuffed piquillo peppers
DESSERT
Basque cheesecake
Meeting Point
San Sebastian Turismoa, Alameda del Boulevard, Guipúzcoa País Vasco, Spain, ES, 20003
Open in Google MapsMeeting point: San Sebastian Tourism Office, at the Town Hall side entrance facing the Boulevard
Address: Ijentea Kalea, 1, 20003 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa
The tour leader will carry a corporate ID displaying our company name, Local Experts Tours.
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This experience ends at the meeting point.
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 1 day before for a full refund.
No refund within 1 day of the experience or no-shows.
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Curious20557867451May 2025 • TripAdvisor
Great cooking class
We had a private cooking class. Very interesting to learn more about basque gastronomy. Our teacher was a Basque Cuisine expert. Good option to learn about Basque Gastronomy, cooking and having a good time.
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459ibaisSeptember 2024 • TripAdvisor
Basque cooking class.
Basque cuisine is world famous. This experience was amazing and we got very short time. We discovered dishes and recipes that we didn’t know and were delighted. Highly recommended. The chef Erik explained everything very well and made the class very enjoyable.
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capitaltravelbrandgJuly 2024 • TripAdvisor
Great option
I recently attended a cooking class in San Sebastian, and it exceeded all my expectations! The class was hands-on, informative, and incredibly fun. Our chef instructor was not only a culinary expert but also a fantastic storyteller, sharing the rich history and traditions behind each dish we prepared. We started by visiting a local market, where we selected the freshest ingredients. This was a wonderful experience in itself, as we learned how to choose the best produce and seafood. Back in the ...read more
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Soledad_HJuly 2024 • Viator
Fantastic Experience
We enjoyed the class, learned a lot and eat wonderful food. Our teacher was experienced, funny and considerate, open to everyone needs. ❤️
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