Basque Burnt Cheesecake
Live from:
Spain
Difficulty:
Beginner to Advanced
Class Duration:
2 to 2-1/2 hours
Language:
Spanish, English
BASQUE BURNT CHEESECAKE
Spain
Beginner to Advanced
2 to 2-1/2 hours
Spanish
Spain
Learn how to make the cheesecake that took over the internet and has become all the rage, Basque Burnt Cheesecake, with a chef live from Spain
Rarely in modern culture do we see a new dish become so quickly associated with a country, but enter the gorgeous Basque Burnt Cheesecake. It's rapid rise in popularity may be attributed to several things, none more important than the airy, creamy and caramelized flavour of this NY Cheesecake cousin. Invented in Basque country in the 1990's at La Viña Restaurant in San Sebastian, it wasn't until the 2000's that it become a viral success in Spain. Later it took over internet being named in "Food Trends of the Year" by NY Times.
Whether it was a purposeful spin on the traditional cheesecake, or happy accident, we can't be sure, but we are sure of one thing, this is a dessert you’ll want to master. In this cooking class, you and your chef will begin making your dessert. While it's baking, you'll learn to make another Basque Country classic, Sukalki - a hearty braised beef and rioja wine stew so popular there are local contests to compete for the best one.
Transport yourself to the beautiful Basque country for a meal you will never forget. Book a private virtual cooking class with Chef Ben, who will video call into your kitchen from his in San Sebastian and you'll cook together!
20 minute Kitchen Prep Session with a Personal Kitchen Assistant who will get you ready! Includes teaching about ingredients and answering any questions you have as you get ready for your private cooking experience
2-1/2 hour Private Cooking Class via Skype with a highly accomplished global chef who lives where the recipe originated. Perfect for stay home date nights!
Personalized step-by-step coaching, tips, culinary tricks, sharing of stories, and more
A fantastic multi-course meal, 100% authentic and enjoyed as if you travelled to your chef's country!
Music Playlists featuring artists from the chef's country to get ready for your experience
Cocktail Recipes and Suggested Pairings
Recipe Booklet to recreate your dishes again and again!
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
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 traveling 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 five 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 traveling 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-owner of Don Vito Cafe/Restaurant, an 80-seat popular spot in the heart of San Sebastian´s old town.
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 for meeting new people from all over the world and teaching them about Spanish food.
He now owns his own cooking experience, CHEFBENSANSEBASTIAN, which he runs with his wife, Maria.
Cooking with Ben is an introduction to the Basque/Spanish food culture. His motivation is to share, enjoy, and cook together, which 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 its beautiful food traditions.
Cooking Class Menu
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PRIVATE CLASS
*The base price of most classes is $369 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 $117.25 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*
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Client Reviews
We’ve had a lot of press coverage and we’re super happy to help people transport their kitchen for the day.
