The Basque kitchen are known all over the wourld and San Sebastian is specially known for their Pintxos (or tapas) wich is small spanish dishes often served in the bars. Some of the specialities are "tortilla de patata" (potato omelett), "marmitako" (tuna), "chuleton de buey" (big beefchops), "codfish al pil pil" (in its own sauce), paella, "alubiada"  (bot beans), "guisantes con jamon" (peas with ham), "piperrada" (sweet pepper), seafood, fish and meat. In the norh of Spain they are wery exactly with the quality of the food. You can find a lot of ecological food grown by the many farmers in the area. A visit to the market is a must, there you can buy fresh meat, fish and vegetables. The school organizes cooking classes for those who want to dive deeper into the spanish cooking culture.