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Folded empanadas on a tray, with the pastry discs and a pan of filling
2.5 hours Daily

Salta Empanada Cooking Class

Two people at a counter, with shelves of jars behind them
Two people at a counter, with shelves of jars behind them
Empanadas on a board, one of them cut open to show the filling
Empanadas on a board, one of them cut open to show the filling
Three people folding empanadas together
Three people folding empanadas together
Fried empanadas on a plate with two dips
Fried empanadas on a plate with two dips
Two empanadas in a lined basket
Two empanadas in a lined basket

2.5 hours · Salta & Jujuy · Argentina

Learn to fold Salta-style empanadas with local cooks, and eat them straight out of the oven.

No visit to Salta is complete without tasting its famous empanadas. In this interactive cooking class, you’ll go beyond tasting and learn how to prepare authentic Salta-style empanadas from scratch alongside local cooks.

Discover the ingredients, techniques, and traditions that make Salta’s empanadas unique while gaining insight into the culinary heritage of northern Argentina. After the cooking session, sit down to enjoy the empanadas you’ve helped prepare, accompanied by local beverages in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

This experience is ideal for food lovers, curious travelers, and anyone wanting to bring home a true taste of Argentina.

Length
2.5 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Guide
Spanish / English
Departs
every day

Itinerary

How the day runs

  1. Step 1

    Cook Like a Local

    • 1- Welcome & Cultural Introduction
    • Learn about the importance of empanadas in Salta’s culinary traditions.
    • 2- Cooking Demonstration
    • Meet your local cook and discover the ingredients and preparation techniques.
    • 3- Hands-On Cooking Class
    • Prepare authentic Salta-style empanadas step by step.
    • 4- Baking Process
    • Watch the empanadas being baked and learn local cooking tips.
    • 5- Tasting Experience
    • Enjoy freshly baked empanadas accompanied by a glass of wine and water.

What's included

  • ✓ Interactive cooking class
  • ✓ Local cook and host
  • ✓ Empanada tasting
  • ✓ 1 glass of wine
  • ✓ Water

Not included

  • — Personal travel insurance
  • — Gratuities

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing
  • Camera or smartphone
  • Curiosity and an appetite for local culture

Know before you go

  • Small-group experience
  • Suitable for all ages

Meeting point

Salta

Frequently asked

How much does it cost?

US$69 per person. The price on the card is the whole price.

How long does it take?

2.5 hours.

What's included?

Interactive cooking class, Local cook and host, Empanada tasting, 1 glass of wine, Water.

What's not included?

Personal travel insurance, Gratuities.

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