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A gastronomic experience: pintxos in San Sebastian.

Spain’s culinary art is full of gastronomic treasures, and among them, the tradition of pintxos in the beautiful city of San Sebastian stands out. This Basque city, famous for its exquisite gastronomy, delights its visitors with a variety of small gastronomic masterpieces.

Pinchos, original from the Basque Country, are small portions of culinary delights carefully presented . This tradition dates back dozens of years, when the locals began to insert small wooden sticks  into food to keep it intact. This ingenious solution gave rise to a culinary tradition that has endured over the years.

When exploring the gastronomic offer in San Sebastian, it is essential to indulge in the authentic flavours and creativity of local chefs. Choose between land and sea bites or take a risk by combining the two. You can find classic options such as a skewer of “Tortilla de Bacalao”, an omelette with chunks of tender, juicy cod, and more adventurous ones such as fresh seafood pinchos. You can also explore the rich variety of local cheeses and cured meats, such as Idiazábal cheese or Iberian ham.

In San Sebastian, the tradition of pintxos transcends the gastronomic and becomes a unique cultural experience. Each bar in the city has its own specialities, so exploring different establishments is essential to appreciate the diversity of flavours and styles. This is why Akelarre has created a small route of pintxos recommendations in the Old Part of the city, which you can request at reception. Discovering the passion and dedication that local chefs put into each pintxo is an experience in itself, which we invite you to discover with Akelarre.