Top San Sebastian Classes & Workshops

In the Basque provinces of Gipuzkoa and Bizkaia, local cuisine is characterized by fresh ingredients and ancient recipes. Master the culinary techniques of the Basque Country during this small-group cooking class in San Sebastian, ideal for travelers with a passion for food. Experience a hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef and learn the skills needed to create rustic dishes featuring seafood and vegetables.

San Sebastian is well-known for its culinary scene. This small-group tour takes place inside a historic, family-run restaurant where you learn to recreate popular Basque dishes for your friends back home. A professional chef teaches you cooking skills and shares stories behind each dish. Come with an empty stomach and prepare a full meal to enjoy, including local cider and wine.

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.

San Sebastian is famously known for its gastronomy. Feast on a wealth of Basque cuisine and learn to cook these regional signatures with a professional chef during this small-group cooking class. Prepare and eat several dishes washed down with red wine, the signature local sparkling white, txakoli, and a glass of cider, and leave with newfound confidence in your cooking skills. This experience is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

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.

Capture your time in San Sebastián with a local photographer who knows the city inside out. Sara combines expert photography with local insight, guiding you to the best spots while creating beautiful, lasting memories of your trip.

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.

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.

We'll depart from San Sebastian and head through the Basque Country, reaching the famous surfing town of Zarautz, known for its great waves and delicious cuisine. After settling in on the beach, we'll begin our surfing lessons, from scratch to catching our first wave.