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, May 28th (FULL!)

Wednesday, June 25th (FULL!)

Wednesday, July 9th (1 spot left!)

Tuesday, August 26th

 

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

 

No-Cook Pintxos Cooking Class

Wednesday, August 13th

Join Tara & Tony for a delicious summer evening as they show you how to make three no-cook pintxos:
Green Olive Tapenade
Salmorejo (chilled tomato soup)
Basque Tuna with Piquillo Pepper Alioli

Arrive at 5:30 PM for a  complimentary wine tasting, then grab a glass to enjoy during the class, starting promptly at 6:00 PM.

Perfect for summer entertaining or just brushing up on your pintxo skills!

Tickets for this class are $50 a person

Rosé Week – June 10–14 🌹💐🌺🌸
(aka The Basque Market’s Self-Proclaimed Rosé Week! 😄)
Celebrate in style with 10% off all Rosé bottles from Tuesday, June 10th through Saturday, June 14th!
Then join us on Tuesday, June 10th at 6:00 PM for a Rosé Tasting & Pintxos Party 🎉
We’ll be pouring 5 of our favorite Spanish & Basque Rosés, perfectly paired with warm-weather pintxos
Call 208-433-1208 to reserve your seats- seats are limited!
Tickets for this tasting are $50 a person