Food & drink

Panchineta®: San Sebastián’s Iconic Basque Dessert

Food and drink

Panchineta^®: the authentic dessert of San Sebastian

In the basement of Pastelería Otaegui, in the 1930s, pastry chefs created the Panchineta^®, a masterpiece that has since become a classic dessert for the local donostiarras, on the table at baptisms, Sunday lunches, and most noticeably, on the eve of San Sebastián Day. Read on to find out more about this delicious Basque dessert, from the history of Pastelería Otaegui to when, where and how to eat it.

Keep reading to discover more about this delicious and historic Basque dessert.

Details: 2025 Apr 09; Marti Buckley

Discover the world of cider!

Food and drink

Did you know that until the 20th century the most common drink in Donostia was cider, and that there were once 100 cider bars in the Old Town alone? You will find the best tips for enjoying a sagardotegi!

Details: 2025 Jan 05

A "Donostiarra" Christmas dinner

Food and drink

Details: 2024 Nov 13

Christmas in San Sebastián: where to eat on this special dates?

Food and drink

On Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year's Eve and New Year.... many of you want to have a special lunch or dinner in a restaurant.

Details: 2024 Nov 01

The 6 must of our gastronomy

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Details: 2024 May 08

Discover San Sebastian bite by bite: A pintxo in every neighborhood

Food and drink

There’s no better way to explore our beautiful city than with the palate; savoring and tasting something new around every corner along with everything that the city’s streets and neighborhoods have to offer.

Details: 2024 May 01

Foodie tours, cookery workshops.... and much more!

Food and drink

Details: 2024 Apr 29

Why 'San Sebastian cheesecake' is conquering the world

Food and drink

Details: 2024 Apr 29; Donostik-tak

The best vegan options in San Sebastián

Food and drink

Details: 2024 Apr 24; DonosTeaser

The TOP pintxos from every neighbourhood

Food and drink

The best options to sample in a city that is seen and lived, but above all experienced through food.

Details: 2023 Jun 09; Donostik-tak

TOP 5: Pintxos in Antiguo

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The Antiguo district has it all: Ondarreta beach, the Wind Comb sculpture, Palacio Miramar ... and some of the tastiest pintxos in the entire city!

Details: 2023 Jan 06; Donostik-tak

TOP 5: Pintxos in Amara

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We follow the River Urumea and arrive in Amara, the city's sports district. This is famous because it's home to the Real Sociedad Stadium, and so if you're keen on football, it's a good option for you. There's a fantastic atmosphere there before and after the game.

Details: 2023 Jan 06; Donostik-tak

TOP 5: Pintxos in Gros

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The Gros district is youthful and modern, with its aura of surfing, concerts and terraces. When we go to have a few pintxos around Gros, it's not uncommon to meet barefoot surfers making their way to Zurriola beach.

Details: 2023 Jan 06; Donostik-tak

The TOP Pintxos in the Historical Quarter

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Donostia's old town is a genuine treasure trove for those yearning for history, architecture and, of course, our pintxos. There are as many styles of pintxos as there are bars.

Details: 2023 Jan 06; Donostik-tak

The TOP Pintxos in the Centre

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Donostia city centre is full of little shops. Broad avenues taking us back to the Belle Époque, a delightful stroll to windowshop and, of course, have a few pintxos.