Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian with Local Chef
Overview
Join the best cooking classes in San Sebastián and discover authentic Basque cuisine with a professional local chef. This hands-on culinary experience is perfect for food lovers looking for a top-rated food activity in Spain.
Learn to cook classic dishes step by step, including traditional Gilda pintxos, Spanish tortilla (potato omelette), and famous Basque burnt cheesecake. Master essential techniques and hear the stories behind the region’s world-renowned food culture. After cooking, sit down to enjoy your meal paired with Basque cider and two glasses of wine.
Before you leave, take home the recipes for what you've made and a souvenir apron, so you can recreate these authentic Basque dishes in your own kitchen.
What's Included
- Small group of 10 people or fewer
- Four dishes with drink pairings (full meal)
- Recipes and apron to take home
- Hosted by a professional local chef
- Private kitchen in San Sebastian’s Gros neighborhood
- Authentic Basque cooking class
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
De Biteri Plaza
1, 20001 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Discover the flavours of the Basque Country in this top-rated San Sebastián cooking class, set inside a historic, family-run restaurant opened exclusively for your small group. Led by a professional local chef, this hands-on culinary experience is perfect for travellers seeking an authentic food experience in Spain. Roll up your sleeves and learn how to cook traditional Basque dishes from scratch. You’ll prepare a delicious menu of regional favourites, including classic pintxos, Spanish tortilla (potato omelette), and the famous Basque burnt cheesecake. As you cook, your chef will share insider tips, techniques, and the cultural stories behind each recipe—giving you a deeper understanding of San Sebastián’s world-renowned food scene. Once your meal is ready, sit down and enjoy everything you’ve prepared, paired with Basque cider and local wine for a true Spanish dining experience. Before you leave, take home printed recipes and a souvenir apron so you can recreate these authentic Basque dishes in your own kitchen.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- We accommodate gluten-free (non celiac), non-alcoholic, and no meat/no pork.
- This event will happen in the Gros Neighborhood, accessible by bus, train and car. We will have a closed space where you can leave your belongings. The whole experience will be standing up.
- This tour covers a full meal.
- This tour is in English.
- This tour is not suitable for children.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-54130P6
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- Small group of 10 people or fewer.
- Four dishes with drink pairings (full meal).
- Recipes and apron to take home.
- Hosted by a professional local chef.
- Private kitchen in San Sebastian’s Gros neighborhood.
- Authentic Basque cooking class.
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 15. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian with Local Chef is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian with Local Chef will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Small group of 10 people or fewer
- Four dishes with drink pairings (full meal)
- Recipes and apron to take home
- Hosted by a professional local chef
- Private kitchen in San Sebastian’s Gros neighborhood
- Authentic Basque cooking class
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- We accommodate gluten-free (non celiac), non-alcoholic, and no meat/no pork.
- This event will happen in the Gros Neighborhood, accessible by bus, train and car. We will have a closed space where you can leave your belongings. The whole experience will be standing up.
- This tour covers a full meal.
- This tour is in English.
- This tour is not suitable for children.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
