Buenos Aires: Empanadas Cooking Class & Wine Tasting Palermo

Argentine empanadas hands-on with wine tasting in Palermo

You’ll roll dough with locals in Palermo, fill empanadas by hand, and taste three Argentine wines—including Malbec—paired with cheese and stories from your host. Expect floury fingers, laughter around the table, and flavors you might keep chasing long after you leave Buenos Aires.

What’s included

Your day includes all empanada ingredients (with vegetarian and vegan options), three regional Argentine wines for tasting—including Malbec—plus cheeses to pair alongside expert guidance from a friendly local host in Palermo. All cooking tools are provided; just bring your appetite (and maybe an extra shirt if you’re messy like me).

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Empanadas cooking and wine tasting

• Meet local host
• Learn to make Argentine empanadas
• Taste three types of Argentine wines
• Learn about Argentine winemaking regions
• Enjoy empanadas and wine pairing

The Experience

I didn’t think flour could get everywhere so fast, but there I was, standing in a bright Palermo kitchen with dough on my hands and laughter echoing off the tiles. Our host—Mariana—showed us how to pinch the edges of the empanadas just right. She said it’s called “repulgue.” I tried to say it back; she grinned and shook her head. There was music playing somewhere down the street, and every now and then you’d catch a whiff of onions frying or hear someone’s dog barking out in the courtyard.

The best part? We weren’t rushed. Mariana poured us each a glass of Malbec (I swear it tasted better because she told us about Mendoza’s dry winds and rocky soil), and we nibbled cheese while she explained why Argentinians take their wine so seriously. I always thought Malbec was the only thing here, but she opened bottles from Salta and Patagonia too—lighter, sharper, almost floral. The Torrontés surprised me most; it smelled like peaches but tasted dry as stone.

I got flour on my shirt and probably overstuffed my first empanada (Mariana laughed at that), but they came out golden anyway. We sat around the table together, eating what we made, talking about football teams and family recipes. Someone asked if we could get the recipe for home—she said yes, but warned us it’ll never taste quite the same outside Buenos Aires. Maybe she’s right. I still think about that first bite—the crunch, the steam, that hint of cumin—and honestly, I’d do it again just for that.

Top questions

How long does the Buenos Aires empanadas cooking class last?

The exact duration isn’t specified, but expect enough time for hands-on cooking plus wine tasting—typically 2–3 hours.

Are vegetarian or vegan empanada options available?

Yes, vegetarian and vegan options are offered during the class.

Is this empanadas cooking class wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is wheelchair accessible.

What wines are included in the tasting?

You’ll try three Argentine wines: Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc.

Does this tour include pickup from my hotel?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; you’ll meet at the Palermo location.

Is this class suitable for children or infants?

Yes, infants can join with specialized seats or strollers allowed.

Do I need prior cooking experience?

No experience is needed; your local host guides you through every step.