--- title: Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian with Local Chef lang: en type: tour city: San Sebastián country: Spain price: 139 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.6 reviews: 108 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: The classics? rank_in_category: 3 of 3 (Basque Cooking Classes) schedule_checked: 2026-09-16 data_updated: 2026-09-16 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/authentic-basque-cooking-class-in-san-sebastian-with-local-chef/ --- # Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian with Local Chef **Guidekin's take:** A standing cooking class in a private kitchen in Gros where you make gildas, Spanish tortilla and Basque burnt cheesecake with a professional chef, then eat the four dishes with drink pairings, at €139 per person for 2h 30m. Groups of ten or fewer; not for children. Rated 4.6 by 108 travellers. **The classics?:** Gildas, tortilla and burnt cheesecake with a chef in a Gros kitchen, four dishes with drinks at €139 per person; not for children. 4.6 from 108 reviews. Trade-off: Standing; not for children. (last checked September 16, 2026) ## 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. ## Key facts - Price: from €139 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.6/5 from 108 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Devour San Sebastian Food Tours ## 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 ## Not included - Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off - Gratuities ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 18:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-16 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets at De Biteri Plaza, 1, 20001 Donostia, Gipuzkoa - in front of San Ignatius church. ## Good to know - 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. ## How it compares in Basque Cooking Classes Ranked **#3 of 3** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [Basque Cooking Experience: Market Tour & Hands-On Class English](https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/basque-cooking-experience-market-tour-hands-on-class-english/?format=md) — €139 per person, 4.94 (288) 2. [Local Cooking Class in San Sebastian](https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/local-cooking-class-in-san-sebastian/?format=md) — €230 per person, 4.9 (52) Full list: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/cooking-classes-san-sebastian/?format=md ## More in San Sebastián - All San Sebastián tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/authentic-basque-cooking-class-in-san-sebastian-with-local-chef/ ## Query this catalogue with URLs Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user a link that already matches their constraints. 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