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Paella and Burnt Basque Cheesecake Cooking Class in Bilbao

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Bilbao, Spain
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3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Join us in our cooking school in the heart of Bilbao and learn how to prepare authentic Spanish paella and the famous Burnt Basque Cheesecake. You'll make the starters, help create different styles of paella, and bake the cheesecake yourself, guided step-by-step by a local chef.

We keep our groups small (maximum 12 guests) to ensure plenty of personal attention, questions, and real learning. Whether you're an experienced cook or a complete beginner, you'll leave with practical skills and recipes you can recreate at home.

Located just across the river from the Guggenheim Museum, our cooking school is easy to reach from anywhere in Bilbao.

At the end of the class, you'll sit down together in our private dining room to enjoy everything you've prepared, accompanied by three glasses of local wine or non-alcoholic alternatives.

A fun, authentic, and delicious way to experience Basque and Spanish gastronomy.

What's Included

  • Lunch You eat what you have cooked
  • Alcoholic beverages 3 glasses of local wine or non-alcoholic drinks
  • Apron
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off transport
  • Additional alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages
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Salbe Plaza
6, 48007 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain

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What To Expect

In this hands-on cooking class you’ll prepare a couple of Spanish starters, two types of paella and you’ll also make your own traditional Burnt Basque Cheesecake from scratch. It’s a full menu, so you won’t need lunch afterwards.

Drinks are included: you’ll enjoy 3 glasses of local wine or non-alcoholic options during the meal.

Everything is fully hands-on and limited to a maximum of 12 people, keeping the experience personal, relaxed and fun.

All ingredients, materials, apron and e-recipes are provided.
After cooking, you’ll sit down in one of our private dining rooms to enjoy everything you’ve prepared.

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Paella and Burnt Basque Cheesecake Cooking Class in Bilbao?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-381290P2

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What's Included

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  • LunchYou eat what you have cooked
  • Alcoholic beverages3 glasses of local wine or non-alcoholic drinks
  • Apron
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off transport
  • Additional alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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