About this experience
This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional culture and cuisine. Gabriela comes from an Italian family. She learned to cook from her grandfather Ricardo, Tango Quintet Director and a Bandoneon player. She then furthered her knowledge under the Italian chef, Mario Maiollino when she ran her own restaurant, Ozono, in Buenos Aires. She is currently an art director and fashion photographer, and worked and lived in Brazil for many years. Gabriela also enjoys traveling and says it always helps her improve her cooking skills and knowledge.
You will make few dishes such as focaccia with salami, mini provoleta (gooey cheese), empanadas de carne tucumanas and carbonada (beef stew). You will end your meal with a dessert, budín de pan con canela y dátiles con dulce de leche (bread pudding with dates) or arrollado se dulce de leche (roll filled with dulce de leche), along with some tea or coffee.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
What is included
- Private Buenos Aires market tour (optional)
- Private Buenos Aires cooking class with your host Gabriela
- Local Argentinian wine pairing
Itinerary and highlights
Connect with Buenos Aires culture through food in this private, hands-on cooking class with Gabriela, a Porteño who learned to cook from her grandfather, a Tango Quintet director, and a former restaurant owner. In her stunning, modern kitchen in the iconic San Telmo neighborhood, you’ll prepare 2–3 authentic Argentine dishes such as empanadas, carbonada (beef stew served in a pumpkin), and a traditional dessert. After cooking, enjoy your homemade meal paired with local wine or beer while Gabriela shares stories about life in Buenos Aires. Vegetarian and special diets are accommodated, and the menu varies seasonally.
If you choose the market tour option, meet Gabriela at Mercado San Telmo, an iconic Buenos Aires market. Explore stalls of fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and spices, and shop for ingredients you’ll later use in your authentic Buenos Aires cooking class. Your private, Buenos Aires market tour lasts about an hour.
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Meeting and pickup information
- Meet Gabriela at her home located in the historic center of the city of Buenos Aires, a few meters from the mythical Parque Lezama. Exact address can be found in the "Before you go" section in your ticket upon confirmation.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Traveling Spoon
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Menu varies depending on the season
- Private, personalized experience
- Gabriela can offer vegetarian, gluten free and low carb meals on request - if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions, please inform Gabriela when making your booking
- This home has a cat.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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