Basque Cooking Class in Bilbao: Immersive Small Group Experience with Seasonal Ingredients
5.0
12 Ratings
Bilbo
Discover Basque ingredients (our selection only includes seasonal items sourced straight from the market), engage in cooking alongside enthusiastic tourists like yourself, let loose, and savor your prepared dish paired with exquisite local wine in our exclusive dining areas
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Salbe pl., 6 - Join our HANDS-ON cooking class in the heart of Bilbao where you will learn how to cook the most iconic dishes of Basque Country.
You will cook 2-3 starters, 2 mains and dessert. The menu keeps changing depending on what is available in the market.
Maximum 12 people per class to keep the classes unique, personalized and fun
Open wine bar (we are part of Gastronomia Bilbao, the biggest and more complete wine bar of Bilbao)
What's Included
- All meals and beverages included
What's Not Included
- Gratuitties
Meal Options
- Bacalao with tomato Sauce - Learn how to prepare one of the most famous dishes of the Basque Region
- Marmitako - The stew of the Basque sailors. Tuna, fish stock and local vegetables
- Marmitako - Learn how to prepare the delicious Tuna/Salmon stew dish
- Sweet Basque Toast - Learn how to prepare the original Basque toast
Location
Salbe pl., 6
Salbe Plaza
The meeting point is at our venue which gazes across the river to the iconic Guggenheim Museum. We are at walking distance from all the hoteles in downtown Bilbao, so the perfect location for your convenience!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
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Tour38585280808
Apr 13, 2024
The most fun a foodie can have in Bilbao - This was possibly the most fun we had in Bilbao. Mikel (our chef) was fantastic. Charming, knowledgeable, and a good teacher. We learned new tricks in preparation, and the flavor principles of Basque cooking. We also learned about the fine points of Basque wine and the history of the dishes we prepared. We had an immense amount of food. We started with a snack of basque sausages and cheeses, then made the classic pintxo of "gildas". We prepared chorizos poached in cider, marmitako (fish stew), txuleta (massive Basque steak) with candied piquillo peppers, and an amazing Basque dessert sort of like creamy french toast. Plus all the wine we could possibly drink. I highly recommend this course for anyone who likes to cook and eat. Bravo, Mikel!
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Keltonp2020
Apr 3, 2024
Outstanding Experience, one not to miss - This was a first rate amazing experience...the location and kitchen all top level...Chef Mikel, was outstanding...he explained, taught us new cooking techniques, while enjoying wine and learning more about Basque traditions...not one to miss...ENJOY. Kelly
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Deank208
Feb 19, 2024
Top notch experience for couples - Lovely experience. Mikel is clearly a top-notch, experienced chef, yet he is also funny, talkative and sympathetic to your level. We made some amazing food and learned a lot. Definitely recommended.
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Mnicholson866
Feb 13, 2024
Perfect last day in Basque country! Welcoming fun atmosphere and delicious food! - We had a wonderful time with Chef Mikel. We lucked out and had a small class of only 4 and it was an amazing time. We made several traditional local Basque dishes and chatted with our fellow classmates. Picked up a few new skills and tips and learned new recipes to take home. Highly recommend and definitely worth the time!
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Martin_n
Feb 11, 2024
Wonderful experience. Hope to do it again. - Fantastic time! Mikel was a wonderful host and helped us enjoy the entire experience. Highly recommended!
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R9104tljamesm
Jan 7, 2024
US traveler to Bilbao - All I can say is WOW! Right from the start it was a great experience. I asked for an evening cooking class for 4 adults and Gastrononia Bilbao was very accommodating. First I must say Mikel is an amazing chief and great personality. We didn’t really know what to expect so every corse was an over the top, delightful surprise. Mikel gave us clear instructions, helpful cooking tips along with wine through out the evening. The final corse was Bilbao Toast, unlike anything we have ever had and truly exceptional.
I would go back for both Mikel and the best meal in Bilbao (that’s saying a lot!!)
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Navigator38178240743
Dec 30, 2023
100% Recommend Cooking Class with Mikel - Highly recommend signing up for a cooking class with Mikel! I went with my parents and partner to cook traditional Basque food and learn about the culture. Mikel has vast knowledge as a former chef at many Michelin restaurants and growing up in Basque area. The food was so delicious - even the things you wouldn’t expect to like! Very unique and tastey! The wine pairing was also very nice. One of the highlights of our trip to Bilbao!
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Brenda_o
Nov 24, 2023
Highly recommended - I have participated in a number of cooking classes in the past, and this one was the BEST one by far! All of the dishes were delicious and very filling.
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Margarita
Nov 22, 2023
Fantastic Experience! - I booked the group cooking class “Immersive Basque Cooking Experience” but ended up being a solo student, as nobody else booked on the day I did. Gastronomía Bilbao still carried the class and chef Mikel was fantastic! I enjoyed the entire experience, from the moment I walked through the front door, until the last bite of food. Mikel made fantastic menu and everything was very good. I enjoyed all the aromas and flavors that were happening in that kitchen. He provided me with all the recipes we cooked plus some, and gave tips he learned from his grandmother (like “breaking” the potatoes).
I highly recommend Gastronomía Bilbao as place where you can learn how to cook traditional flavors of Spain, including specialties of Basque Country.
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Y9732svjasonm
Nov 6, 2023
Fantastic experience learning to cook a Basque meal with a passionate chef - My partner and I attended a cooking class instructed by Mikel. He gave us many solid tips and tricks that he has picked up over the years working in the fine dining industry that extend to the home kitchen. An incredibly knowledgeable and passionate chef, Mikel was a absolute joy to be around while we drank wine and made a fantastic meal.
At the end of the experience, we sat down and enjoyed the meal itself. Mikel gave us several excellent recommendations for culinary experiences in Bilbao. I highly recommend this experience - it was a fantastic way to spend an afternoon.
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