Empanadas and Traditional Argentinian Pastry Class with a Local Pastry Chef

Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star half v4
(5)
Photo of heartV2
Add to Wishlist
Share
Photo of img box all
Show all photos
Photo of 56
Photo of 58
Photo of a7
Show all photos
Photo of a9
+8
Photo of heartV2

Empanadas and Traditional Argentinian Pastry Class with a Local Pastry Chef

Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star half v4
(5)
Photo of heartV2
Add to Wishlist
Share
Photo of img box all
Show all photos
 US$168.53  per guest
Photo of user add
Adult x1
Photo of calendar
Select a Date
Check Availability
Photo of calendar mark
Available Tomorrow
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
Photo of arrow button down
Photo of group 14
For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
Reviews
Photo of exp duration
Duration
4 hours 30 minutes
Photo of exp guest
Number of Guests
1 - 4 guests
Photo of exp accessibility
Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
Photo of exp language
Language
English, Spanish
Photo of exp other
Other
Vegetarian, Pet-friendly, Private Experience
Photo of mobile ticket
Digital Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Uncover the secrets of Argentinian cuisine in Buenos Aires with local chef Florencia. Master empanadas and pastries in an engaging class, ending with a delicious meal you've created.

Photo of group 14
For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Join Florencia in her Buenos Aires apartment for a traditional Argentinian pastry cooking lesson in which you will learn to cook something savory as well as something sweet. Begin your experience with a small picada (a traditional Argentinian meat and cheese platter) and welcome drink. Then you will start making your empanadas, starting with making the dough and preparing one filling from scratch. Your filling might be traditional ground beef with spices and onions, caprese (tomato, basil and mozzarella), or humita (a northern Argentinian filling with corn and a béchamel-like sauce). While the empanadas are cooking, begin to make your pastry dish.


You will learn to make two or more traditional Argentinian pastries such alfajores or membricho tart, before sitting down to enjoy your sweet and savory creations together - such a great way to connect with a local!

Sample Menu

STARTER
Picada
An artisanal platter of Argentine meats and cheeses
MAIN
Empanadas
Argentine savory pastries filled with seasoned beef and onions, caprese, or corn béchamel
DESSERT
Alfajores
Dulce de leche cookies

What You Get

Local alcohol (1-2 glasses)
Homecooked meal
Private cooking class with your host Florencia

Good To Know

  • If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Menu may vary depending on the season
  • Private, personalized experience

What You’ll Experience

Immerse yourself in this authentic baking class in Buenos Aires with Florencia, a professionally trained pastry chef who learned Argentine recipes from her grandmother. This private, hands-on cooking class takes place in her welcoming Barracas apartment with stunning city views. During this 4-5 hour culinary experience, master traditional Argentine dishes from scratch. Start with a picada—an artisanal platter of meats and cheeses—then learn to make empanadas by hand, preparing fresh dough and fillings like savory ground beef, caprese, or humita (a northern Argentine corn specialty). While your empanadas bake, craft classic pastries including alfajores or a quince tart. "When you cook, you put so much of yourself and love into the food," shares your host, who left her embassy career to pursue her culinary passion. Her grandmother inspired her journey, and now she brings that warmth to travelers seeking authentic cultural experiences in Buenos Aires. Enjoy your homemade creations together in true Argentine style along with local wine—the perfect blend of hands-on learning, local hospitality, and delicious flavors. Vegetarians and/or gluten-free guests are welcome.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Av. Montes de Oca 1294, Avenida Montes de Oca, Comuna 4 Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR, C1270

Open in Google Maps
Please meet your host Florencia at her home in Barracas neighborhood of Buenos Aires. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

Read more

Reviews
4.8
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star half v4
based on 5 reviews
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
(TripAdvisor)
Photo of avatar
Great cooking and conversation
February 22, 2020

There were two couples in our group and we were welcomed warming by Florencia upon arrival in her attractive apartment and wonderful kitchen. We quickly doned aprons and got to work, first making ...read more

Photo of we are ready for our
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
(TripAdvisor)
Photo of avatar
Flor was wonderful!
July 28, 2019

Learning to make empanadas, alfajores and moroc (peanut butter chocolate"fudge") with Flor was a perfect way to spend some time in Buenos Aires! Flor was wonderful! Knowledgeable, patient, kind. Sh...read more

Photo of empanadas and traditionalPhoto of empanadas and traditionalPhoto of empanadas and traditional
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star light v4
(TripAdvisor)
Photo of avatar
Fun chatting with a local while cooking!
June 07, 2019

We had a good time cooking with Florencia. We made empanadas (she premade the filling, we made the dough and put them together), alfajores and another treat (similar to fudge). As someone who is pr...read more

Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
(TripAdvisor)
Photo of avatar
Amazing experience, amazing class, and great for kids, too!
March 25, 2019

We enjoyed a cooking class with Flor during our trip to Buenos Aires and it was a highlight of the trip! Communication with Flor was excellent (we corresponded through WhatsApp after I booked). Flo...read more

Photo of mmmmPhoto of marocPhoto of making alfajores
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
Photo of star fill v4
(TripAdvisor)
Photo of avatar
A fantastic way to spend the afternoon!
November 16, 2018

Florencia was very accomodating of my last minute request. Spending the afternoon with her, cooking and baking, was like spending time with a friend. She was informative and thoughtful and answered...read more

You may also be interested in these experiences
Photo of 64
Photo of star fill v4
5.0 (1)
NEW: Private Buenos Aires Pasta Cooking Class with Nico
La Plata
2.5 hours
Private Experience
US$78.90
Photo of empty heartV2
Photo of 89
US$152.42
Photo of empty heartV2