Buenos Aires: Empanadas and Alfajores Guided Cooking Class

San Telmo, Argentina



Learn the secrets to creating empanadas and alfajores while drinking mate at a cooking workshop in Buenos Aires. Talk to a certified guide of the city and have a meal at the end of the class.

Argentine Empanada and Alfajores Cooking Class in Buenos Aires

This hands-on workshop in Buenos Aires suits anyone interested in learning authentic Argentine recipes, including empanadas, alfajores, and mate preparation.

Description

Learn to make empanadas and alfajores filled with dulce de leche, alongside preparing traditional Argentine mate during this culinary class. Follow step-by-step instructions using fresh ingredients to prepare doughs and fillings.

Empanadas are a common Argentine dish—stuffed dough that can be baked or fried, with fillings such as meat, ham and cheese, or vegetables. You’ll also master the 'repulgue,' the traditional technique used to seal empanadas. While cooking, enjoy mate prepared in the traditional Argentine way.

Discover alfajores, a popular Argentine pastry made with corn starch and sweet creamy filling. After cooking, taste your creations while sharing conversation with your chef and fellow participants.

Highlights

  • Master making Argentine empanadas with various savory fillings
  • Learn authentic recipes in an Argentinian household setting
  • Discover traditional mate preparation
  • Prepare alfajores with corn starch and dulce de leche filling
  • Enjoy tasting your homemade dishes with engaging conversation

Includes

  • Cooking class
  • Ingredients
  • Mate and water
  • Meal

Excludes

  • Wine (available for purchase)

Easy Cancellation

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable clothes and bring an appetite. Booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot.

Frequently Asked Questions

You will learn to make traditional Argentine empanadas with various savory fillings and alfajores, a classic pastry filled with dulce de leche.
The workshop is held in a genuine Argentinian household in Buenos Aires, offering an authentic local experience.
A professional Argentinian chef guides you through the cooking process, sharing traditional recipes and techniques.
The duration varies, so check the booking website for current class lengths and schedules.
Yes, participants enjoy the meal they prepare together at the end of the class.
No prior cooking experience is required; the class is suitable for all skill levels interested in Argentine cuisine.
Yes, the workshop includes learning to prepare mate, the traditional Argentine herbal tea, along with local cooking traditions.
The class operates year-round; check the website for availability and schedules that suit your travel plans.
Group sizes vary, typically kept small to ensure a hands-on and intimate cooking experience.

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