Immerse yourself in the Basque Sagardotegi tradition, a rustic, communal feast centered around fire-grilled food and natural cider.

Begin with a fluffy salt-cod omelet followed by fried cod with green peppers. Then, enjoy a massive, bone-in Txuleta (aged beef) grilled over charcoal and served rare. For dessert, savor Idiazabal cheese, walnuts, and sweet quince jelly.

Forget bottles. When you hear the shout “Txotx!“, head to the massive wooden barrels. Catch the cider mid-air in your glass to aerate it, releasing its natural carbonation and tart flavor profile.

Expect shared tables and a lively, social atmosphere. This is a centuries-old ritual, not a tourist trap—it's how locals celebrate.