{"id":2736,"date":"2019-10-09T10:00:14","date_gmt":"2019-10-09T10:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devoursansebastianfoodtours.com\/?p=2736"},"modified":"2023-09-05T20:46:47","modified_gmt":"2023-09-05T20:46:47","slug":"cooking-classes-san-sebastian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/cooking-classes-san-sebastian\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Cooking Classes in San Sebastian: Traditional Food and More"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>The best way to immerse yourself in the culture of a new place is to dive right in. When food&#8217;s a part of the equation, it&#8217;s even better. That&#8217;s why we highly recommend cooking classes in San Sebastian (and any corner of the world that you&#8217;re visiting).<\/p>\r\n<p>Whether you\u2019re looking to learn about <a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/pintxos-in-san-sebastian\/\"><em>pintxos<\/em><\/a> (the Basque version of <a href=\"https:\/\/spanishsabores.com\/spain-dining-guide-what-are-tapas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>tapas<\/em><\/a>), the fine arts of the local <a href=\"\/blog\/michelin-restaurants-in-san-sebastian\/\">Michelin-star restaurants<\/a> or just want to spend a fun afternoon cooking, there\u2019s something for everyone in San Sebastian.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_33264\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33264\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0108resize.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people in a cooking class take a moment to cheers with their wine glasses before the class starts\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0108resize.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0108resize-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0108resize-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0108resize-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0108resize-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Looking for something a little off the beaten path during your travels? A cooking class is the perfect plan.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<div class=\"container\">\r\n<div class=\"row\">\r\n<div class=\"event-heading col-sm-12\">\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">What's Included<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6767e445cfa46\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #1fc2de;color:#1fc2de\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #1fc2de;color:#1fc2de\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6767e445cfa46\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/cooking-classes-san-sebastian\/#Why_take_a_cooking_class_in_San_Sebastian\" title=\"Why take a cooking class in San Sebastian?\">Why take a cooking class in San Sebastian?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/cooking-classes-san-sebastian\/#Cooking_class_with_Devour_Tours\" title=\"Cooking class with Devour Tours\">Cooking class with Devour Tours<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/cooking-classes-san-sebastian\/#Ama_Ur_Cooking_Studio_Cooking_classes_for_Basque_and_international_cuisine\" title=\"Ama Ur Cooking Studio: Cooking classes for Basque and international cuisine\">Ama Ur Cooking Studio: Cooking classes for Basque and international cuisine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/cooking-classes-san-sebastian\/#Chef_Ben_Intro_to_Basque_cuisine\" title=\"Chef Ben: Intro to Basque cuisine\">Chef Ben: Intro to Basque cuisine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/cooking-classes-san-sebastian\/#Cooking_class_with_Tenedor_Tours\" title=\"Cooking class with Tenedor Tours\">Cooking class with Tenedor Tours<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_take_a_cooking_class_in_San_Sebastian\"><\/span>Why take a cooking class in San Sebastian?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">San Sebastian in the Basque Country is a perfect place to take a cooking class due to its rich culinary heritage, access to fresh, high-quality ingredients from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/markets-and-shops-san-sebastian\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">local markets<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and its renowned gastronomic culture.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With its abundance of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pintxos <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bars and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michelin-starred restaurants<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/the-best-restaurants-in-san-sebastian\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">those deserving<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of one), San Sebastian offers an impressive landscape to explore local flavors and learn from skilled chefs.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another aspect of gastronomy culture that sets San Sebastian apart is their unique tradition of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/inside-a-basque-gastronomic-society\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gastronomic societies called <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">txokos<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (or, in Basque, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">elkarteak<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Txokos <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are basically cooking clubs where locals and their close friends and family hang out, cook, and eat together. These spots are like secret foodie clubs, and there are over 1,300 of them all over the Basque Country, with a history dating back to the 19th century. While most of them are members-only, if you&#8217;re lucky, you might make a local friend who invites you to check out one of these cool places.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_13275\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13275\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toasting-with-glasses-of-white-wine-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Two women smiling while toasting with glasses of white wine.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toasting-with-glasses-of-white-wine-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toasting-with-glasses-of-white-wine-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toasting-with-glasses-of-white-wine-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toasting-with-glasses-of-white-wine-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toasting-with-glasses-of-white-wine-1-330x220.jpeg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Cheers to great food and friends.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simply put, the city&#8217;s culinary scene is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">legendary <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and offers a wide range of traditional and modern dishes that showcase the essence of Basque cuisine.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>With that in mind, check out our list of San Sebastian cooking classes that promise a cultural immersion and a memorable addition to your trip.<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cooking_class_with_Devour_Tours\"><\/span>Cooking class with Devour Tours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to master iconic Basque Country dishes and savor the region&#8217;s finest drinks? Eager to visit local markets, select fresh ingredients, and have a genuine market-to-table experience? Then you&#8217;re in the right place with this<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/tours\/san-sebastian-basque-cooking-class\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Authentic Basque Cooking Class in San Sebastian<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take part in an intimate cooking experience that brings you closer to the heart of Basque culinary traditions. This exceptional class, in collaboration with a historic family restaurant in San Sebastian&#8217;s Old Town, offers you exclusive access to their kitchen. With the guidance of a skilled professional chef, you&#8217;ll create four beloved Basque dishes: Spain&#8217;s famed potato omelet (Spanish <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tortilla<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) codfish (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bacalao<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pil pil<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sauce, steak with red <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">piquillo <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">peppers, and iconic burnt Basque cheesecake.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll also get to sip on a classic selection of beverages<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> including Basque cider, red and white wines, and ice apple cider (a fermented drink unique to the region). What more could you ask for?<\/span><\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_33265\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33265\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0161resize.jpg\" alt=\"A chef helps a student with a task in the kitchen during a cooking class\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0161resize.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0161resize-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0161resize-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0161resize-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Devour_San-Sebastian_Cooking-Class_High-Res_0161resize-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Mastering the art of flawlessly flipping a tortilla de patatas might appear challenging, but you&#8217;ll quickly become a pro with a little bit of practice!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ama_Ur_Cooking_Studio_Cooking_classes_for_Basque_and_international_cuisine\"><\/span>Ama Ur Cooking Studio: Cooking classes for Basque and international cuisine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Want to learn how to prepare the most iconic pintxos in San Sebastian? Or maybe you&#8217;re curious about cooking up dishes from around the world? Then look no further than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amaurcook.com\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Ama Ur Cooking Studio<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>With born-and-raised Basque chef <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/landerganzo\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lander Ganzo<\/a>, you&#8217;ll learn the secret techniques behind the best bites in town, and more. The world-famous anchovies of <a href=\"https:\/\/bartxepetxa.es\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bar Txepetxa<\/a> and the award-winning <a href=\"\/blog\/san-sebastian-cheesecake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"cheesecake of La Vi\u00f1a (opens in a new tab)\">cheesecake of La Vi\u00f1a<\/a> are on the menu, along with so much more.<\/p>\r\n<p>Lander has years of experience working in the most important restaurants in San Sebastian, and beyond. Curiosity took him around the world where he studied and explored different international cuisines and ingredients. With a special knowledge of Asian gastronomic cultures and techniques, Lander offers a wide selection of workshops. Besides his classes centered around San Sebastian <em>pintxos<\/em> and traditional Basque cuisine, he provides a wide range of other classes covering topics like ramen, Thai, Indian, South Vietnamese, Peruvian, pok\u00e9, Asian curries, pasta, dumplings, and more.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_13884\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13884\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/basque-cheesecake-la-vinCC83a-san-sebastian.jpeg\" alt=\"Plates of creamy cheesecake on a wooden surface\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/basque-cheesecake-la-vinCC83a-san-sebastian.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/basque-cheesecake-la-vinCC83a-san-sebastian-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/basque-cheesecake-la-vinCC83a-san-sebastian-1024x684.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/basque-cheesecake-la-vinCC83a-san-sebastian-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/basque-cheesecake-la-vinCC83a-san-sebastian-330x220.jpeg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">The legendary Basque-style cheesecake.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>We love the variety of classes, and the relaxed atmosphere that they&#8217;re offered in. It feels like you&#8217;re cooking and learning with an old friend. The studio and kitchen are cozy and extremely well organized, which makes the experience simple and smooth.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>As a bonus, if you want to take your foodie skills to the next level, Ama Ur Cooking Studio offers a workshop on the basics of gastronomic photography\u2014something that comes in very handy in San Sebastian, where the bar counters are full of beautiful <a href=\"\/blog\/pintxos-in-san-sebastian\/\"><em>pintxos<\/em><\/a> to photograph!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chef_Ben_Intro_to_Basque_cuisine\"><\/span>Chef Ben: Intro to Basque cuisine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>For a mouth-watering intro to Basque cuisine, <a href=\"https:\/\/chefbensansebastian.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">chef Bendur Elizondo<\/a>\u2019s cooking experiences come highly recommended.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Chef Ben has a desire to share his passion and knowledge with those interested in Basque culture and cuisine. He started offering private gastronomic experiences after many years of working in international kitchens in different countries.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Most classes <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">start with <\/span>a tour <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sansebastianturismoa.eus\/en\/eat\/gourmet-markets-and-shops\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">at the local markets<\/a> to buy the ingredients, so fresh quality is guaranteed.\u00a0 The classes usually run for around four, and during that time, you\u2019ll get a crash course in <a href=\"https:\/\/chefbensansebastian.com\/portfolio\/sidebar-stack-4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">how to prepare pintxos<\/a> (the famous Basque finger food), <a href=\"https:\/\/chefbensansebastian.com\/portfolio\/traditional-cooking-class\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">traditional techniques of Basque cuisine<\/a> or even how to master a <a href=\"https:\/\/chefbensansebastian.com\/portfolio\/paella-cooking-class\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">perfect paella<\/a>. For those who are more into haute cuisine, there\u2019s also a class all about <a href=\"https:\/\/chefbensansebastian.com\/portfolio\/michelin-star-techniques\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Michelin star techniques<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_2871\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 2570px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"wp-image-2871 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/morcilla-and-pepper-pintxos-san-sebastian-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Pintxos on a plate\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1709\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Chef Ben is one of the foremost experts in Basque Cuisine in San Sebastian, and by the end of one of his courses, you&#8217;ll see why.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<p>And the best part? At the end of the class you will get to enjoy the fruit of your work with a great selection of Spanish wines.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Insider&#8217;s tip:<\/strong> Chef Ben offers a wide range of experiences, and even the smallest members of the family are welcome. Check out his cooking class specifically designed for <a href=\"https:\/\/chefbensansebastian.com\/portfolio\/kids-parents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">parents and children<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cooking_class_with_Tenedor_Tours\"><\/span>Cooking class with Tenedor Tours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Fancy learning about the Basque history and culture while in the kitchen? We&#8217;re all on the same page.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tenedortours.com\/experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tenedor Tours<\/a>&#8216; cooking classes are renowned for offering more than just culinary skills. Along with mastering essential traditional Basque recipes, you&#8217;ll also dig deep into the local culture. You&#8217;ll also step out of the kitchen to explore local markets and gourmet shops, handpicking your ingredients. What better way to guarantee top-notch quality?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>As a bonus with all of these cooking classes in San Sebastian, you\u2019ll bring back the perfect souvenir: recipes of some of the most legendary Basque dishes.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"aligncenter\">\r\n<figcaption>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_33277\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33277\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ca-creative-8_Tlng54n8Y-unsplashresize.jpg\" alt=\"Slicing an onion on a cutting board\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ca-creative-8_Tlng54n8Y-unsplashresize.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ca-creative-8_Tlng54n8Y-unsplashresize-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ca-creative-8_Tlng54n8Y-unsplashresize-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ca-creative-8_Tlng54n8Y-unsplashresize-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">The kitchen is one of the best places to experience local culture in a new city. 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