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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: 4.62
reviews: 115
duration_minutes: 150
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: The classics?
rank_in_category: 3 of 3 (Basque Cooking Classes)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/san-sebastian/tours/authentic-basque-cooking-class-in-san-sebastian-with-local-chef/
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# 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 4.62 by 115 travellers.

**The classics?:** Cook gildas, tortilla and cheesecake in Gros at €139 per person; four dishes with drinks, English only, not for children. 4.62 from 115 reviews. Trade-off: Standing; not for children. (last checked September 16, 2026)

In our comparison: #3 of 3 in Basque Cooking Classes, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## 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.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the…
- Starts 18:00: one departure a day
- Food included: see what is included
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age 15+: minimum age to join

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €139 per person
- Duration: 2h 30m
- Rating: 4.62/5 from 115 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Devour San Sebastian Food Tours
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 18:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.62 from 115 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 104 of 115.

- 5 stars: 100 (87%)
- 4 stars: 4 (3%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 2 (2%)
- 1 star: 8 (7%)

## 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: 2026-10-03
- 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.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJo3YevUSlUQ0RTKi8PscOHA0

Ends: back at the meeting point

## 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.

## Compared with other Basque Cooking Classes

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #3 of 3** | €139 | 2h 30m | 4.62 (115) | shared |
| [Basque Cooking Experience: Market Tour & Hands-On Class English](/spain/san-sebastian/tours/basque-cooking-experience-market-tour-hands-on-class-english/?format=md) | €139 | 3h 30m | 4.94 (311) | shared |
| [Local Cooking Class in San Sebastian](/spain/san-sebastian/tours/local-cooking-class-in-san-sebastian/?format=md) | €230 | 5h | 4.91 (53) | shared |

Ranked #3 of 3 in Basque Cooking Classes by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €139 to €230, median €139; typical length 3h 30m. 0 of 3 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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