Private Argentine Cooking Class and Tango Lesson in Buenos Aires
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About
Join Chef Saul for a private Argentine cooking class and tango lesson in Buenos Aires — a hands-on food and dance experience designed exclusively for your group.
The evening combines two of Argentina’s most iconic traditions: cooking and tango. You’ll start with a private tango lesson led by experienced local instructors, adapted to your level, whether you are trying tango for the first time or already know the dance.
Then, you’ll step into the kitchen for a private Argentine cooking class, preparing handmade empanadas, a traditional main course, and a homemade Argentine dessert from scratch. After cooking, sit down to enjoy dinner with excellent local wines in a relaxed Buenos Aires setting.
What to expect
• Private Argentine cooking class and tango lesson in Buenos Aires • Private tango lesson with experienced local instructors • Tango class adapted to your level, from beginners to experienced dancers • Hands-on Argentine cooking class with Chef Saul • Handmade empanadas, traditional main course, and homemade dessert • Dinner with excellent Argentine wines after cooking • Private experience designed only for your group
What's included
• Private tango lesson with experienced local instructors • Private hands-on Argentine cooking class with Chef Saul • All fresh ingredients and kitchen equipment • Handmade Argentine empanadas prepared from scratch • Traditional Argentine main course • Homemade Argentine dessert • Dinner with excellent Argentine wines and beverages • Welcome snacks and local flavors • Digital recipes sent after the class by email or WhatsApp
Dietary preferences
We’re happy to adapt the menu to your preferences or dietary needs. Please let us know any requirements at the time of booking. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, and kosher-friendly menus can be arranged with advance notice. Please note that the kitchen itself is not strictly kosher.
Duration:
4.5 hours total: 1-hour private tango lesson + 3.5-hour hands-on Argentine cooking class and dinner.
Capacity
• Private groups of up to 8 participants • Ideal for couples, friends, families, and small corporate groups
Additional information
• Hosted in English or Spanish • Available year-round • Children must be accompanied by an adult • Tango lesson adapted to your level • Exact location details are shared upon booking
Why Choose a Cooking Class + Tango Experience in Buenos Aires?
This experience is designed for travelers who want more than a show or a restaurant dinner. A private Argentine cooking class and tango lesson in Buenos Aires brings together two of the country’s most iconic traditions in one relaxed evening: hands-on cooking, Argentine wine, a homemade dinner, and a private tango lesson.
You don’t need any previous cooking or dance experience — the tango lesson, cooking pace, and conversation are all adapted to your group. That makes it especially suitable for couples, families, friends, and small private groups looking for a personal, unhurried way to connect with Argentine culture.
Prefer to focus on food alone, or add a wine pairing instead? Explore the Private Argentine Cooking Class + Dinner or the Premium Wine Tasting + Cooking Experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any dance experience for the tango lesson?
Not at all. The tango lesson is adapted to your level, whether you’ve never danced before or already know the basics. Most guests are complete beginners.
What happens first — the tango lesson or the cooking class?
The evening starts with the private tango lesson, then moves into the kitchen for the hands-on cooking class, followed by dinner with local wines.
How is this different from the cooking class on its own?
This experience adds a full hour of private tango instruction before the cooking class, making it a longer, more complete evening (4.5 hours total) built around two Argentine traditions instead of one. If you’d rather focus on food only, the Private Argentine Cooking Class + Dinner runs about 3.5–4 hours.
Is the tango lesson private, or shared with other groups?
Completely private — just like the cooking class, it’s designed only for your group.
What Guests Say
“Saul was a wonderful host, and Laura was a wonderful teacher! We had an incredible time learning tango — I had never done it before — and cooking and eating with Saul. Easily one of our most memorable experiences in Argentina. Saul handled my dietary restrictions with ease and was an absolute blast to talk to. 10/10 would recommend!”
— Connor R. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“The tango instructor was so patient and kind — we’re not natural dancers, but we advanced more than expected and had a blast. The cooking class with Saul was even more wonderful. His passion for teaching really shone through. The empanadas were the best we’ve ever had, the beef was tender, the potatoes crispy, and the homemade ice cream was easy and delicious. Highly recommend!”
— Jayme D., Rockford, Illinois ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“What an incredible experience! Learning tango and later going to a milonga was amazing — we got to see the steps we learned actually being used. The cooking class with Saul was one of the best things we did in Buenos Aires. The class is super interactive and Saul is an incredible host and teacher. Highly recommend as a truly unique experience.”
— Rose G. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Ready to Dance, Cook & Taste Buenos Aires?
Join Chef Saul for a private evening that brings together two of Argentina’s greatest traditions — tango and food. No experience needed. Just show up ready to enjoy.