Build your own Gildas and cook four Basque dishes with the guidance of a professional chef. Enough food for a full meal including dessert and drink pairings.
Uncover the techniques behind San Sebastian's most beloved dishes, from the art of flipping a potato omelet perfectly to the unique process involved in creating a traditional sauce.
Cook alongside just 10 other guests, with a knowledgeable local guide and an expert chef as your hosts.
Gain practical culinary skills in a functional kitchen, learning recipes and techniques that you’ll use long after your time in San Sebastian has ended.
Sites Visited
Private kitchen at a family-run restaurant in San Sebastian’s Old Town
Tour Includes
Small-group cooking class and all the ingredients
Guided cooking class in English
5 dishes (enough for a full meal)
3 drinks
Recipes and apron to take home
Get hands-on in this San Sebastian cooking class in a private kitchen.
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Verified Customer reviews
Verified ratings
4.4/5
based on 17 Walks’ customer ratings
Overall rating
4.4/5
17 reviews
Rating summary by category
Guide
4.8/5
Latest reviews
Excellent
It was a really fun experience. Gorka gave us a detailed description of everything and with little tidbits of local and at times historical information that were quite insightful and also entertaining. Jose Mari, was also like Gorka, very warm ,friendly and entertaining and I learnt a lot.
Tripadvisor customer·José·Aug 21, 2025
Excellent
The cooking class was amazing, and Alberto taught us so much about Basque cooking. All of the dishes and wines that we tried were delicious. He also had a QR code we could use to access the recipes to try at home. I would recommend this class to anyone wanting to get an authentic San Sebastián culinary experience.
Tripadvisor customer·Alexandra·Aug 08, 2025
Excellent
Nice guide and chef. There were a few too many participants; fewer would have been better.
GetYourGuide customer·Susanna·Sweden·Aug 07, 2025
Excellent
Loved the location for the cookery class. It was very authentic and interesting to visit.
GetYourGuide customer·United Kingdom·Aug 01, 2025
Excellent
Gorka was amazing!!!! As was the other chef;-) they also did a lovely job accommodating my fish allergy! Truly exceptional evening in San Sebastian!
GetYourGuide customer·United States·Jul 28, 2025
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Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian
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Verified rating
4.4/5
based on 17 Walks’ customer ratings
Guide
4.8/5
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Latest reviews
Excellent
It was a really fun experience. Gorka gave us a detailed description of everything and with little tidbits of local and at times historical information that were quite insightful and also entertaining. Jose Mari, was also like Gorka, very warm ,friendly and entertaining and I learnt a lot.
Tripadvisor customer·José·Aug 21, 2025
Excellent
The cooking class was amazing, and Alberto taught us so much about Basque cooking. All of the dishes and wines that we tried were delicious. He also had a QR code we could use to access the recipes to try at home. I would recommend this class to anyone wanting to get an authentic San Sebastián culinary experience.
Tripadvisor customer·Alexandra·Aug 08, 2025
Excellent
Nice guide and chef. There were a few too many participants; fewer would have been better.
GetYourGuide customer·Susanna·Sweden·Aug 07, 2025
Excellent
Loved the location for the cookery class. It was very authentic and interesting to visit.
GetYourGuide customer·United Kingdom·Aug 01, 2025
Excellent
Gorka was amazing!!!! As was the other chef;-) they also did a lovely job accommodating my fish allergy! Truly exceptional evening in San Sebastian!
GetYourGuide customer·United States·Jul 28, 2025
Excellent
A great evening cooking traditional Basque food, learning about the history and drinking traditional Basque drinks. The venue was perfect for the occasion and it was lovely to meet other tourists and cook with them.
Tripadvisor customer·REBECCA·Jul 27, 2025
Excellent
So much fun. Our guide and chef were lovely, and the food was delicious��
Guide und Koch haben sich super viel Mühe gegeben, die Stimmung war lustig, gut und entspannt. Das Essen hat lecker geschmeckt und die internationale Gruppe hatte viel Spu.
Relaxed and informal cooking class. The guide had excellent English, explaining the recipes and history associated with the dishes cooked and eaten. All food was delicious and included local produce. Each dish was paired with a local cider, white or red wine. We came out of the cooking class full and happy. Everyone in the experience was encouraged to socialise and participate, which made the even better. 10/10!
Can my dietary needs be accommodated in this cooking class?
This tour is adaptable for those who don't drink alcohol, don't eat pork, or are gluten free (not celiacs). If you have another dietary requirement or food allergy, please contact us at [email protected] for a private cooking class.
I use a wheelchair, can I do the cooking class?
Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee accommodations for wheelchairs. The kitchen has limited space and includes high tables with stools.
Can my child attend this cooking class?
Unfortunately, due to the prevalence of sharp knives, hot stoves, and high surfaces, this experience is not suitable for children under 12. Families with teenagers are welcome to join.