Classes, Tastings & Pairings

The Basque Market offers a variety of cooking classes, tastings, and pairings each month! We can also customize a private event for you and your friends or colleagues.

Classes, pairings, and tastings are pre-paid and non-refundable. Tickets for these events start at $50.

Please give us a call at 208-433-1208 or stop into the market to register and pay.

For cooking classes the evening begins at 5:30 pm for a tasting of carefully selected wines. Cooking instructions will begin at about 6:00 pm and typically run 1-2 hours. Light tapas are also provided at the beginning of class.

For tastings and pairings the evening begins promptly at 6 pm and typically run 1-2 hours. Plan to arrive a few minutes early so you dont miss the fun!

Paella Cooking Classes

Wednesday, January 14th

Tuesday, January 27th

Tuesday, February 10th

Tuesday, February 17th

Learn how to make the national dish of Spain! We will demonstrate the traditional techniques for making delicious chicken, chorizo, and seafood paella. Be sure to arrive a half hour early (5:30 pm) to enjoy some wine, settle in, and get ready to watch the magic happen at 6 pm! Classes include pintxos, a wine tasting, and of course a hefty serving of paella as the grand finale. Watch as Tony and Tara, bring the vibrant traditions and culture to life. Watch, learn, and taste as they share their expert tips and techniques for creating the perfect paella.

Tickets for Paella cooking classes are $50 a person

Black Port Friday 

BONUS SEATING! Friday, December 12th at 5:30

Join us for one of our favorite annual traditions — Black Port Friday! Indulge in an evening of flavor as we taste through five unique Ports paired with five perfectly matched pintxos.

This guided tasting experience is the perfect way to unwind after Thanksgiving and discover the richness and depth of these exceptional wines.


Tickets are $60 per person — seating is limited, so be sure to call 208-433-1208 to reserve your spot!

Pintxo Cooking Class

Wednesday, January 7th (FULL!)

Tuesday, January 13th

Kick off the new year with a cooking class inspired by our team’s recent ten-day journey through the Basque Country! We spent our days exploring markets, tasting our way through pintxo bars, and learning firsthand what makes these small bites such an essential part of Basque food culture — and now we’re excited to share those flavors with you.

In this class, we’ll guide you through the techniques and traditions behind some of the pintxos that stood out during our travels. Arrive a half hour early (5:30 pm) to enjoy a glass of wine, settle in, and get ready to dive into the heart of Basque cuisine when we begin at 6 pm.

Your class includes a selection of pintxos, a wine tasting, and an interactive demonstration where you’ll learn how these iconic bites come together— and enjoy generous tastings along the way.

Tickets are $60 per person — seating is limited, so be sure to call 208-433-1208 to reserve your spot!