cooking school where you can discover, learn, cook, communicate and build up social networks with other enthusiasts.
The school was established next to the Akelarre restaurant area (on the slopes of the Monte Igueldo Mountain in San Sebastian), an ideal place for food adventurers and chefs to watch how Pedro and his fellow “witches” make their cuisine.
You are then able to sample the dishes made during the master class in the dining room and have a bird’s-eye view over Cantabrian Sea. Furthermore, Pedro is also on the Board of the Research and Science based Basque Culinary Center, managed by Mondragón University as well as publishing an array of cooking books.
Pedro’s academic experience is similar to his teacher’s. In the early years, Pedro was a student of Luis Irizar, who happened to be the first person to open a catering school in the Basque country. After completing his course, Pedro started to work as a teacher for some time, before studying under Luis Irizar, he was professionally trained in the Hospitality School of Madrid.
Like what Pedro once said, “Nowadays if you’re not involved in certain kitchen trends, you are disqualified before you even begin”, not only did he seize trends but also leads a new one.
In January 2015, he received ultimate accolade from Golden Drum which proved his ability once again.
By Liangying Wang
