Join us for an intimate culinary immersion in Spain's celebrated Basque Country, where extraordinary food, dramatic coastal landscapes, and centuries-old traditions come together to create one of the world's most sought-after culinary destinations.

Nestled between the mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, the Basque Country is home to some of Europe's most celebrated food traditions, breathtaking coastal scenery, lively markets, charming villages, and a culture unlike any other.

This week-long (7 days / 6 nights) culinary and cultural immersion is perfectly situated for exploring nearby towns and areas of the Basque country in addition to San Sebastian – there is so much to see, taste and learn!

We can accommodate a maximum of 10 people for the week, which will include 2-3 cooking classes (with what is available locally and seasonally) and multiple group outings, with spare time for relaxing, enjoying the beautiful hacienda and some free time for exploring the area on your own, if you wish.

The Basque Country is one of Europe’s oldest and strongest cultures. It encompasses the region located in northern Spain, on the Bay of Biscay at the western end of the Pyrenees Mountain range, straddling the frontier between southern France and Spain.

New Basque cuisine, or nueva cocina basca, was pioneered by chefs in the late 1970s.  They combined inspiration from the French nouvelle cuisine with local ingredients and traditions, creating a culinary movement that put San Sebastian and the Basque country firmly on the gastronomic map.

We encourage our participants to let us know if there are any particular Spanish recipes they are interested in learning in advance, so that Chris may incorporate with his lineup.

Our last evening together, we will enjoy discussing what we have learned, fallen in love with and what we will take home from our experiences. Let’s enjoy our last taste of the Basque country together with new friends and recipes!