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San Sebastian Basque Cooking Class in Old Town with Five Dishes and Drinks
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San Sebastian Basque Cooking Class in Old Town with Five Dishes and Drinks

by Devour San Sebastian Food Tours

2.5 hours
San Sebastian
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Overview

This cooking class in San Sebastian is a hands-on workshop lasting about two and a half hours, ideal for food enthusiasts wanting to learn Basque cuisine. Held in a historic family-run restaurant in the Old Town, the class is led by a professional local chef who guides a small group of up to ten participants. Attendees prepare five traditional dishes, including the Gilda pintxo, Spanish potato omelet, cod in pil pil sauce, red piquillo peppers, and Basque burnt cheesecake. During the session, the chef explains cooking techniques such as flipping a Spanish tortilla and shares the cultural background and stories behind each recipe. After cooking, participants sit down together to enjoy the full meal they prepared, paired with Basque cider and two glasses of local wine. The experience includes an apron and printed recipes to take home, allowing guests to recreate the dishes later. The class is conducted in English and requires standing and moderate walking. It takes place in the Gros Neighborhood, which is accessible by bus, train, and car, and offers a secure space for personal belongings.

Highlights

Hands-on cooking of five traditional Basque dishes
Small group limited to 10 participants
Class led by a professional local chef
Meal includes Basque cider and two glasses of wine
Apron and recipes provided to take home
Located in a historic family-run restaurant in Old Town

What's included

Instruction by a professional local chef
Apron to keep after the class
Five dishes prepared with drink pairings serving as a full meal
Printed recipes to take home
Small group of 10 people or fewer
Authentic Basque cooking class

What's not included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities

Itinerary

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Basque Cooking Class in Historic Restaurant

This two-and-a-half-hour cooking class takes place in a historic family-run restaurant opened exclusively for the group. A professional local chef teaches participants how to prepare traditional Basque dishes including pintxos, Spanish tortilla, and Basque burnt cheesecake. The chef shares cooking techniques and cultural stories behind each dish. After cooking, guests sit down to enjoy the full meal paired with Basque cider and local wine. Printed recipes and an apron are provided to take home.

150 min

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets at De Biteri Plaza, 1, 20001 Donostia, Gipuzkoa - in front of San Ignatius church.

End point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at De Biteri Plaza, 1, 20001 Donostia, Gipuzkoa - in front of San Ignatius church.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

Up to 8 travelers
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
This tour is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers.
Gluten-free (non-celiac), non-alcoholic, and no meat/no pork options are available.
The class is held in the Gros Neighborhood, accessible by bus, train, and car, with a secure space for belongings; the entire experience requires standing.
This tour includes a full meal.
The tour is conducted in English.
Children are not allowed on this tour.
This is a walking tour requiring guests to walk at a moderate pace.

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€250.20Save 10% vs Viator