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Tapas Party

Live from: 

Spain

Difficulty: 

Beginner to Advanced

Class Duration: 

2 to 2-1/2 hours

Language: 

English, Spanish

TAPAS PARTY

Spain

Beginner to Advanced

2 to 2-1/2 hours

Spanish

Spain

Learn how to make Gambas al Ajillo and Patatas Bravas in this Tapa Party cooking class with a chef video calling you live from Spain

Tapa is a way of life in Spain. Spain is a culture of enjoyment and focus on a good life. The tradition of tapa is a perfect glimpse into this life. Contrary to what many think, tapa is a style of serving food, rather than the food itself. Anything can be a tapa, as long as it's served in a small bite and is meant for ordering lots of plates meant for sharing. Typically, tapa are served between meals, in bars and homes alike, often with friends and a beverage to boot. And while anything can be a tapa, there are some iconic tapa - the classics, the heavy hitters, the ones you want to eat at every tapa party. If you know those tapas, this cooking class is for you. 


The Tapa Party cooking class is perfect for anyone who enjoys gathering their loved ones for a relaxed affair, grazing on small bites for hours while you share laughter and stories. In this private virtual cooking class, you'll get acquainted with Spain's most iconic tapa. Together with your chef, you'll have a party of your own as you whip up Gambas al Ajillo, the famous Spanish garlic shrimp, a perfect Patatas Bravas, perfectly poached and spicy potatoes, and more. Virtually transport your kitchen to Spain for a cooking experience you'll never forget.

Complimentary 20 minute Kitchen Prep Session with a Personal Kitchen Assistant who will get you ready for your cooking class

2-1/2 hour Private Cooking Class via Skype with a highly accomplished chef who lives where the recipe originated

Personalized step-by-step coaching

An awesome and authentic meal

Music Playlists featuring artists from the chef's country to get ready for your experience

Cocktail Recipes

Recipe Booklet to recreate your dishes again and again!

The Chef & The Dish Certified Tested Class

What You Get

**Classes make a hearty meal for up to four people to enjoy.  If you have a larger group eating, please know, additional fees may apply.  Please message us in advance of booking to ensure you have an amazing experience.

Meet The Chef

Chef Ben

Chef Ben

San Sebastian, Spain

As featured in Newsweek, The Daily Beast, Ottawa Citizen and more

Chef Bendur (Ben, for short) is based in the beautiful region of San Sebastian, Spain. 

Ben has worked in the culinary arts in New York, London, Madrid and San Sebastian over the past 25 years and honed his skills working a variety of different restaurants.

After attending culinary school at El Txoko del Gourmet, in San Sebastian, he went on to have apprenticeships and training at different restaurants in the region-- Spainas Casa Nicolasa and Casa Urbano. After finishing cooking school, his innate curiosity led him to start travelling around the world to learn about different cultures and food traditions.

His first stop was London, England. London opened his mind to many diverse cooking influences from European to Asian cuisines.  He spent 5 years working in highly regarded restaurants and hotels, including Lauceston Place, Konditor&Cook and the Harrington Hall Hotel. His second stop was New York where he joined Ibuco NYC as a sous chef. 
After travelling and working abroad for seven years, he returned to San Sebastian, where he continued working in different restaurants until he became a partner and co-ower of Don Vito Cafe/Restaurant, an 80 seat popular spot in the heart of San Sebastian´s old town. Both Basque and Mediterranean food offerings on the menu.
Ben soon began teaching at San Sebastian Food Company a cooking school for tourists in San Sebastian. He quickly became head chef/head teacher and discovered a new passion meeting new people from all over the world and teaching them about Spanish food.
He now owns his own cooking experience, CHEFBENSANSEBASTIAN, that he runs with his wife Maria.
Cooking with Ben is an introduction to the Basque/Spanish culture of food. His  motivation is to share, enjoy and cook together will have you wanting to return for more. You will enjoy a wide variety of wholesome, ethically raised food. He sources the freshest ingredients of the season.  Now, he can't wait to go into your home to teach you about his beautiful Spanish traditions. Book a class with Ben, and learn all about San Sebastian and it's beautiful food traditions.

Cooking Class Menu

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PRIVATE CLASS

*The base price of this class is $298 which allows 2 participants in the same kitchen. Each additional person in your kitchen thereafter is an additional $50 USD. So, a class of 4 is actually only $99.50 USD per person! Please know, a $50 USD surcharge will apply if you’d like to add a second kitchen. Looking for group classes? Explore here.

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From $149/pp USD*

The information sheets that came prior to the class were extremely helpful. They prepared me fully ahead of cooking. Chef Ben from Spain was amazing! He taught us a bit about San Sebastián and shared many cooking tips and tricks throughout. He was engaging and a really great teacher! Highly recommend

Kristen Mullins

Chef Ben was amazing. Better than I even imagined. We did the tapas class and it was so much fun. The food was fantastic and it was so nice talking with Chef Ben and learning from him about Spanish cooking and San Sebastián. He made the whole experience fun and delicious. I will make it to Spain one day to thank him in person. Can’t recommend this experience more! Thank you Chef Ben!

Paul Ferland

We highly recommend Chef Ben and his Basque cooking class!!! We made several Basque pintxos from scratch. Chef Ben was great company and a great teacher - fun, patient, and super informative about the origin of the dishes we were making and how important they are to Basque culture. The food was so delicious. We can't wait to visit him in San Sebastian some day!!

Monica Ann

I had an amazing experience with Chef Ben at my San Sebastián class! Chef was very patient with us and educated us with the food and the area of San Sebastián. Our food was PERFECT! Just excellent! I look forward to my next Chef & The Dish experience.

India Shepherd

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We’ve had a lot of press coverage and we’re super happy to help people transport their kitchen for the day.

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