Private Argentine Cooking Classes in Buenos Aires

Make empanadas from scratch, discover Argentine flavors and enjoy the meal you prepare with local wines in Chef Saul’s Buenos Aires home. A private cooking and dining experience for couples, families and friends, with a menu and schedule tailored to your group.

Only your group · English or Spanish · Personalized menus

Share your preferred date and number of guests. Chef Saul replies personally.

Your Private Argentine Cooking Experience

Join me in the kitchen to prepare Argentine dishes, learn the techniques behind them and hear their stories. Then gather around the table to enjoy what we’ve made together.

Whether you’re cooking as a couple, bringing the family or sharing an evening with friends, the experience is arranged around your group. There’s time to ask questions, try something new and enjoy the conversation.

Explore Our Cooking Classes in Buenos Aires

Hand holding an empanada made from scratch during a cooking class in Buenos Aires

Our signature experience

Cooking Class + Dinner

Prepare a three-course Argentine meal with Chef Saul, then sit down together to enjoy it with local wines.

A typical menu may include:

  • Beef empanadas made from scratch
  • Grass-fed ribeye with chimichurri
  • Homemade dulce de leche and rum ice cream

We’ll agree on the menu in advance, taking your preferences and dietary needs into account. You’ll also receive digital recipes to bring a taste of Argentina home.

Duration: approximately 3–3.5 hours.

Guests taking a private tango lesson in Buenos Aires

Dance, Cook & Dine

Cooking Class + Tango

Start with a private tango lesson led by experienced local instructors and adapted to your level. Then join Chef Saul in the kitchen to prepare an Argentine meal and enjoy dinner with local wines.

A chance to discover Argentina through its music, movement and food, all in one private experience.

Guests toasting with Argentine wine during a private cooking and wine tasting experience in Buenos Aires

Premium Wine Experience

Cooking Class + Wine Tasting

Combine hands-on cooking with a guided tasting of premium Argentine wines.

Prepare a three-course meal while exploring wines selected to introduce you to Argentina’s regions, grape varieties and styles, and discover how they complement the food.

Chef Saul Gerson holding a rolling pin in his Buenos Aires kitchen

Meet the chef

Meet Chef Saul, Your Host

I’m Saul Gerson, chef, cooking teacher and founder of El Arte de Amasar. For more than 15 years, I’ve welcomed travelers from around the world into my Buenos Aires home to cook and share a meal.

I host each cooking experience personally, in English or Spanish. From planning your menu to sitting down together at the table, my aim is to help you enjoy Argentine food and feel at home.

Guest reviews

What Guests Are Saying

Read what travelers have shared about cooking and dining with Chef Saul.

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“This was the highlight of our trip! The class was hands-on, fun, and the food was absolutely delicious. Saul made us feel like old friends.”

— Sarah, USA

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“An unforgettable evening. We learned so much about Argentine cuisine and culture, and the wine pairings were perfect!”
— Michael & Laura, Canada

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“A wonderful mix of cooking, history, and laughter. We left with full hearts and even fuller stomachs. Highly recommended!”
— Anna, UK

Before You Visit

Is the experience entirely private?

Yes. Your booking is exclusively for you and your group, with no other guests joining.

Where does it take place?

At Chef Saul’s home in Coghlan, a residential neighborhood in Buenos Aires City. Ask me about getting here when planning your visit.

How long does it last?

Cooking Class + Dinner lasts approximately 3–3.5 hours. We’ll confirm the full schedule for experiences that include tango or a guided wine tasting when you enquire.

Can we arrange lunch or a different start time?

Yes. The suggested start time is 6:00 pm, but other times, including lunchtime, can be arranged to suit your plans, subject to availability.

Do we need cooking experience?

No previous experience is needed. I’ll guide you through the preparation so you can participate and enjoy cooking at your own level.

Can the menu accommodate dietary needs?

Tell me about any preferences, allergies or dietary requirements when you enquire. We’ll discuss the options and agree on the menu before your visit.

Plan Your Experience with Chef Saul

Have a date in mind? Send me the number of guests, your preferred date and which experience interests you. I’ll reply personally with availability and help you plan your visit.

Prefer email? Write to Chef Saul.

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Authentic Argentine cooking classes, tastings, and cultural food experiences in Buenos Aires with award-winning Chef Saul Gerson.

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