Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian

43 reviews

2.5 hours

Max 10

Why take this tour?

Highlights

  • 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
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
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
The food was delicious and plentiful. Instructions were clear and I think I should be able to replicate (or close!) the recipes substituting ingredients available in the US. It was a fun time and a good meal!
Tripadvisor customer · Tour725465 · Jul 19, 2025
Excellent
We had a great experience with this cooking class, guided by Silvia and professional chef Natalia. They were most kind and knowledgeable. This class was engaging and interactive, to actually cook the dishes, and drink wine and chat with the whole group. The entire experience was wonderful, and I would definitely recommend it!
Tripadvisor customer · Mark · Jul 13, 2025

FAQs

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.

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