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Empanadas and Alfajores: Private Class in BA

About this experience

In this hands-on class, you'll begin by making empanada dough from scratch. Then, you’ll fill it with traditional ingredients like ground beef, onions, olives, and spices — or choose a vegetarian filling if you prefer. Your instructor will guide you through the folding technique and baking process so your empanadas turn out perfectly golden and crisp.

After that, it’s time for something sweet: alfajores. These delicious cookies are filled with creamy dulce de leche and rolled in coconut — a classic Argentine treat that’s hard to resist.

Once everything’s ready, you’ll sit down to enjoy the food you’ve prepared. You'll also leave with the recipes and tips you need to recreate these dishes at home and share a taste of Argentina with others.

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr 30 min
  • Private experience

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Private cooking Class

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr 30 min
Guide languagesPortuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

What is included

  • Glass of wine
  • Ingredients
  • Mate tea
  • Professional guidance
  • Dulce de Leche Tasting Session

Not included

  • Tips
  • Transportation

Itinerary and highlights

Enjoy a unique culinary and cultural experience in the heart of Buenos Aires with this private cooking class.

Set in a cozy apartment in the vibrant Palermo neighborhood, you'll feel like you're visiting a local friend’s home — relaxed, informal, and full of flavor.

You’ll learn how to prepare two of Argentina’s most beloved dishes: empanadas and alfajores. Step by step, you'll discover the techniques and ingredients that give Argentine cuisine its unique identity, while uncovering stories and traditions behind each bite.
A warm, hands-on experience that blends cooking, culture, and connection — just like spending time with friends in Buenos Aires.

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Languages and tickets

  • Portuguese — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Signature Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr 30 min.
Which guide languages are listed?
Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 0–8; Adult tickets: age 9+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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