Cooking workshop with Javier Izarra.

Cooking workshop with Javier Izarra, learning new culinary techniques in Getxo.

 

The cooking workshop proposed by Javier Izarra is one of the most demanded gastronomic experiences in Getxo. No wonder. The good work of this Basque chef together with the incredible location of his restaurant, in the heart of the Basque coast, make this experience a very tempting, interesting and attractive experience. A perfect activity to enjoy two of the most demanded attractions in Euskadi: gastronomy and coast. An ideal workshop to dive into some of the concepts most used by Basque chefs. A cooking workshop, in which we are proposed to learn some of the most famous and used culinary techniques of Euskadi. What do you think? Sounds good, doesn’t it? Chef Javier Izarra and his team put at our disposal all their knowledge and experience so that we can learn how to cook some of the proposals they have developed for their own restaurant. This is how the restaurant Tamarises Izarra offers us the possibility of understanding the success that Basque gastronomy has achieved over the years. A success that, according to them, lies in the rich gastronomic culture of the Basque people, the quality of the raw materials and the innovation of the methods used. A living and evolving cuisine. An experience, in which we have the possibility of seeing, tasting and understanding the explosion of sensations offered by the fusion of modern cooking techniques and the traditional recipes of our people. Innovation and tradition in a restaurant that represents the Basque haute cuisine in Getxo. A nice experience to follow closely. After the different questions we have been asked, we must point out that people who book a place in the Tamarises Izarra cooking workshop do not cook, they only attend the demonstrations given by Javier. A unique opportunity to know “the guts” of a professional kitchen, the raw materials used in it and the elaboration techniques used today. A very interesting experience that we recommend to all those who like good food and quality gastronomy. In addition, the different products that are elaborated during this workshop, are tasted at the end of the same one next to a wine of Denomination of Origin of Euskadi. A good pairing, which, with the help of Javier Izarra has become one of the most demanded gastronomic experiences of our land.

If you are looking for a gastronomic course or workshop that will show you the secrets of modern culinary techniques, we recommend that you consider the possibility of attending the experience that we present today. Javier Izarra, one of the great chefs of Euskadi, has been teaching for years this curious and interesting master class that combines many aspects of Basque cuisine. If you decide to take part in these courses, remember that the meeting point of this experience is located in the restaurant Tamarises Izarra, on the second floor. Not to be confused with the Tamarises bar, located on the first floor of the building.

 

Culinary techniques workshop.

Javier Izarra’s culinary techniques workshop begins at the restaurant’s reception. It is here, where this Basque chef welcomes us inviting us to taste a glass of txakoli, a glass of wine or any other refreshment we feel like. A small detail with which Javier welcomes us to this gastronomic temple. Once all the participants have gathered, we go into the kitchen. It is time to know in detail some of the proposals of the restaurant Tamarises Izarra. We recommend you to take a pen to write down the tips with which Javier surprises us during the preparation of each of these appetizers, it is well worth it. During our gastronomic experience, Javier elaborated several traditional dishes from the Basque Country turning them into small appetizers. Miniature cuisine. Some bites, thanks to the type of cuisine made by this chef, current, with quality raw materials, respectful with the taste of the product, using innovative culinary techniques and aesthetically very attractive, fell in love with all those present. In our case, being a small group (6 people), Javier proposed us to taste each of the products prepared directly in the kitchen. In the rest of the cases, given the size of the kitchen and the number of attendees, this tasting usually takes place in the main dining room. Comfortable and practical, always looking after the welfare of those present. A pleasure. We were very surprised by the ease with which techniques such as spherification can be done following Javier’s advice. This is how we elaborated a very modern gilda with olive oil spherification, one of the most successful appetizers of the restaurant Tamarises Izarra. Traditional dishes or pintxos turned into authentic mini delicacies. Would you like to learn new culinary techniques from a prestigious Basque chef? Would you like to innovate in your gastronomic creations? In case the theme of this course does not meet all your concerns, you can contact directly with the restaurant Tamarises Izarra to create a course that suits your needs and tastes. A nice activity to do in a group. Either with family, work colleagues or friends. A nice way to create group spirit, while enjoying a nice gastronomic day in the kitchen.

 

Javier Izarra.

The chef who leads this culinary experience, Javier Izarra, has a long career in the kitchen. After studying at the School of Hospitality, after passing through several gastronomic projects, Javier leads the Restaurant Tamarises Izarra. A historical establishment from Getxo, which, managed by this young Basque chef, is living a second youth. Izarra is not only in charge of this restaurant, he also collaborates with the prestigious chef Fernando Canales Etxanobe in several of the projects he has around the world. A gastronomic artist, who responds to the profile of the new Basque chefs, very prepared and with the maximum respect for the raw material. A person close and relaxed, with whom we have had the opportunity to enjoy this hour and a half of learning and anecdotes. In addition to lending his name to this establishment, Javier has wanted to give the Tamarises Izarra its own character, soul and body, a fact that, together with the impressive location of the restaurant, makes us enjoy each of its dishes to the fullest. The proposed cuisine follows the recipes of our aitites and amamas, of our grandfathers and grandmothers. Dishes of all the life, to which he inserts a personal touch of innovation. In our humble opinion, the line that Javier follows, proposing seasonal products and enhancing natural flavors, is largely to blame for his success. A chef to follow very closely. We recommend you to ask all the questions that come to your mind, we are sure that Javier will be happy to answer them all.

Tamarises Izarra.

The Tamarises restaurant and hotel are an important part of the history of Getxo. An iconic establishment of the town with more than 100 years of history. Lounges, rooms and tables, have served for more than a century as tools to enjoy both locals and foreigners. A place to take into account in front of the calm waters of the Bay of Abra. An establishment, that during its golden age became the neuralgic point of the business and social life of all Bizkaia. The Lazcano family, owners of the original establishment, managed for decades this successful establishment located just 10 meters from the beach of Ereaga. In 2012, after a hard reform, this emblematic building was broken down into 3 different establishments: Petit Palace Hotel, Tamarises Bar – Terrace and Tamarises Izarra Restaurant. The latter, our protagonist today, managed by the successful Etxanobe / Antolin Group.

 

Price.

30€ per person. That is the established rate for this gastronomic experience. A price, which in our opinion, has a correct value for money. And is that, we must take into account that, in addition to being able to attend the many explanations of Javier Izarra, once the workshop is over, we have the opportunity to taste each of the dishes made during the activity. A detail that is appreciated. So, we can conclude that this rate includes a master class on gastronomy and a tasting of the different proposals that the Tamarises Izarra offers to its customers. We loved it. If you are lovers of haute cuisine and you are used to this kind of workshops, you will know that the price of this workshop is in the average of the market price. An aspect that, together with the fact that the workshop is given by the great Javier Izarra, makes us believe that we are facing a good option to know in detail the Basque cuisine. What do you think?

 

Location Tamarises Izarra.

This culinary techniques workshop takes place in a luxurious setting, the Tamarises Izarra restaurant. Located on the second floor of the Tamarises building, at number 4 of the Ereaga Pier, this incredible gastronomic establishment gives us the opportunity to learn about the culinary culture of Euskadi from a unique enclave. And is that, thanks to the huge panoramic window that offers us the dining room of Tamarises Izarra, after attending the culinary techniques workshop of Javier, we have the opportunity to taste the products made while enjoying stunning views of the sea and the beach of Ereaga. On the other hand, this location allows us to get to know the rest of the places of interest in the town without having to waste a lot of time in traveling. Here is a representation of the spaces and experiences of Getxo.

These are just some of the spaces and experiences offered by this charming Basque town. In case you want to know the town of Getxo in detail, we recommend you to go to the tourist office of the town. It is located less than 5 minutes walking from the restaurant Tamarises Izarra and the professionals who work there do their best to make your stay in Getxo as pleasant and comfortable as possible. Ondo pasa!

 

Schedules.

The schedules of these experiences are defined annually, in the case of the year 2019, 7 sessions were created of which only 4 are left from 18: 10 to 20:00. If you want to be part of any of them, we recommend that you guarantee your place by making a reservation in advance. Places are limited and are usually sold out. Here are the available dates.

If these dates do not fit you, we recommend you to ask for the Basque cooking course taught by Javier. It is a course that deals with current and interesting topics such as miniature cuisine or creative cuisine. As in the workshop that we have presented to you today, in this course we are also given the opportunity to taste the elaborated products accompanied by a wine with Denomination of Origin of Euskadi. In this case, the price and duration increase slightly to 40€ and 2 hours respectively. In this case, the course is held throughout the year, we recommend consulting dates by calling directly to the restaurant Tamarises Izarra.

 

Video workshop on culinary techniques.

Once again, we wanted to accompany the images and words of this article with a short video. A short audiovisual, with which we try to show in a close way the details of the experience that we present today. An activity, which from today is part of the video library of our YouTube channel. If you like this kind of activities or experiences, if you like all the aspects that surround tourism in Euskadi, we recommend you to subscribe to our YouTube channel, we are sure that more than one video will catch your attention.

 

Gastronomic experiences.

Getxo, one of the municipalities with the greatest tourist offer in the Basque Country, offers a wide range of gastronomic experiences that complement the activity that we have presented today. Here are some examples.

Javier Izarra’s culinary techniques workshop is a surprising experience, a different activity that wants to show everyone the great passion and gastronomic culture that exists in the Basque Country. An original workshop that attracts to Getxo cooking lovers from different parts of the world. Do you want to join us? If you have any questions or suggestions about this cooking workshop, we recommend you to use the comment system of this article to send them to us, we will try to answer as soon as possible. On egin!