Top Basque Country Cooking Classes

San Sebastian is known for its “pintxos”, the Basque Country’s answer to tapas. Feast on a wealth of Basque cuisine and learn to cook these regional signatures with a professional chef on this evening cooking class. Prepare and eat seven different dishes washed down with red wine and the signature local sparkling white, “txakoli”, and leave with newfound confidence in your cooking skills.

San Sebastian is well-known for its culinary scene. This small-group tour teaches you to recreate popular Basque dishes for your friends back home. Not only does a professional chef teach you cooking skills, but they also fill you in on all things Basque and San Sebastian related. Come with an empty stomach and prepare a full meal to enjoy, including local cider and wine.

Our Paella and Burnt Basque cheesecake class isn’t a demo, it’s a true hands-on experience. Every participant cooks every dish: the starters, the different types of paella, and even the iconic Burnt Basque Cheesecake from scratch. No spectators, no shortcuts. We keep our groups small (maximum 12 people) so your host can guide you properly, answer questions, and make sure you actually learn the techniques, not just watch them. The class takes place in our professional cooking school in downtown Bilbao, just across the river from the Guggenheim — an unbeatable location that’s easy to reach from any hotel. And of course, the experience ends the best way possible: sitting down together in a private dining room to enjoy everything you’ve cooked, paired with 3 glasses of local wine or non-alcoholic options. It’s an authentic, personal and truly flavour-packed way to discover Basque and Spanish cuisine.

Discover the Basque Country’s signature dishes by learning how to make them yourself with this cookery class. Begin with a visit to the market to learn about the defining ingredients of Basque cuisine. Then get hands-on as you prepare a four-course lunch, including a sweet treat for dessert. Sit down, relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor with a glass of local wine to match each course.

Join this Basque cooking class and learn how to cook traditional pintxos and tapas of the Basque Country with a local Basque chef. Learn about local ingredients and spices, the story behind them, and how the locals enjoy these delicious bites. First, meet up with your instructor, who doubles as the chef for this class. Get introduced to the ingredients you'll be working with, and listen as you learn about each one's importance in traditional northern Spanish cooking. Then, get your hands into action as you mix, stir, chop, and begin to combine ingredients with the help of the chef, who will guide you through each step of preparation. As you begin to cook, sip on a glass of wine from the open bar. Finally, see the fruits of your labors come to life as 4 different pintxos are plated from your work. Try each one, and enjoy them alongside your wine, and a complimentary charcuterie and cheese board, and dessert prepared for you.

Learn about the Basque ingredients (we only use seasonal products directly from the market), cook with passionate travelers like you, have fun and enjoy your meal with lovely local wine in our private dining rooms

Sample 5 top Spanish wines explained by our sommelier. The wines tasted come from small-family boutique wineries where every sip will connect you directly with the winemaker. - Sommelier led - Taste 5 wines accompanied by a light snack - Small groups only (max 12 people per tasting) - Beautiful wine glasses and private tasting room

San Sebastian is a culinary wonderland that boasts the most Michelin stars per capita in the world. Discover the secrets behind haute cuisine during an advanced cooking class in San Sebastian. Under the guidance of a professional chef, you’ll master cutting-edge techniques such as foaming, spherification, and modern plating. Small-group tour limited to 10 people.

Learn how to make Basque tapas (pintxos) in an intimate setting during a small-group cooking class. Your chef–instructor teaches you how to cook local recipes such as grilled cod and spicy mushrooms using seasonal produce. Sip a glass or two of wine from the open bar and taste local cheese and olive oil while you cook, then sit down to eat your creations after.

This experience combines the energy of San Sebastián’s local market culture with the warmth of a hands-on cooking session. Instead of a long, formal culinary program, this class focuses on a relaxed, interactive format where travelers can immerse themselves in Basque gastronomy in a dynamic and approachable way. Whether you have never cooked before or you are already passionate about food, this experience is designed to be enjoyable and engaging for all levels. We cook in a professional, purpose-designed culinary space, ensuring comfort, personal workspace, and high-quality seasonal ingredients throughout the session. The market visit adds a real local dimension to the experience, offering insight into seasonal ingredients and everyday food traditions before transforming them into authentic dishes you’ll prepare yourself. It’s the perfect balance between cultural discovery, practical cooking, and shared enjoyment around the table.

Basque cooking is not only about pintxos. The recipes the Basque Country has to offer are as varied as the landscape of the region. Our chefs have a wide selection of recipes, from the vibrant fish dishes of the coast to the hearty stews of the mountains. In our cooking class, they will help you discover the authentic flavours of the Basque Country and provide you with the skills you need to recreate dishes that take you back to those perfect holiday memories.

We are located in the old town of Bilbao, near the Mercado de la Ribera (the main food market in the city), the Cathedral of Santiago and the Church of San Antón. The old town of Bilbao is a place full of history and traditions of the Basque Country. We will learn to make 4 skewers so that you can prepare them and leave the guests with their mouths open. All this in a quiet and pleasant environment perfect for enjoying and making new friends or meeting people.

Don your apron and learn to make traditional Basque pintxos with a local chef, in their kitchen, not far from the old town. You’ll learn how to make five pintxos and one dessert, all the while enjoying local wines and ciders, learning about the history and food culture of the area. Take home the recipes so that you can recreate the experience with friends at home.

Have a full gastronomic experience in San Sebastian today, starting with breakfast, then going to the market to purchase produce for the lunch meal you will prepare later. Learn about the local goods from your passionate guide. Back at their home, you’ll first make a few pintxos and have those with some wine, then play some local handball, and finally feast on the delicious lunch you’ve prepared.

Discover a winery in Álava, at the heart of the prestigious Rioja Alavesa wine region, where wine and gastronomy come together. Explore the winemaking process in a stunning, gravity-fed estate designed to preserve the natural flow of the grapes. Enjoy a small-group guided tour, from vineyard to cellar, and finish with a tasting of three signature wines paired with gourmet local products. A unique experience that blends tradition, innovation, and the authentic flavors of Basque Country wine culture.

If you want to discover the culinary delights of San Sebastian, make some new friends, and keep costs down, then this small group tour is for you. You’ll meet your guide and group at the meeting spot, then begin your walking tour. Your guide will take you to local spots you might not be able to find on your own to share pintxos, wine, and stories.